Electrician at The Heineken Company

Key Performance Indicators would include, but are not limited to:

• Reading and understanding of electrical drawings;
• Good knowledge of electrical reticulation in a plant environment;
• Repairs of production machinery as well as site related electrical work e.g. lighting, boilers, compressors, installations etc.;
• Methodical fault finding and maintenance of electrical motors, control panels and distribution boards;
• Excellent working knowledge of sensor control, VSD, HMI, switchgear, AC motors, servo motors, relay logic, industrial instrumentation, basic understanding of PLC;
• Assisting with installation of new equipment
• Ensuring that related administration is attended to timeously
• Ensuring that operational services (electrical) are provided timeously and according to specification.
• Assist with mechanical inspections/repairs.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and policies;
• Comply with Heineken's standard operating practices;
• Excellent housekeeping.

The successful candidate must have the following experience / skills:

• 3-5 years working experience in an electrical / automation environment;
• Working experience with computerised maintenance systems (SAP, Pragma, DMS etc);
• Knowledge of conveyor line control, PLC automation (preferably Siemens S7) and high speed machinery will be advantageous;
• Must be self-motivated, innovative and able to work without supervision;
• Able to work and make decisions under pressure;
• Have good communication skills on all levels;
• Have own reliable transport available;
• Willing and able to work shifts, overtime and flexible hours;
• Ability to do in depth problem solving and fault finding;
• Active involvement in mini-business activities.
• Able to work within a team.
• Mechanical experience will be advantageous. (Millwright)

The successful candidate must have the following qualification/s:

• Qualified Electrician/Millwright (N3/NTC3) with a completed Trade Test Certificate