Re-Advertisement: Electrician at Rhodes University

Main Objectives

• The purpose of the job is to ensure the maintenance of all electrical networks and related equipment, including general electrical appliances used in the catering, residence and other divisions.

The Requirements

Qualified Installation Electrician (at least at NQF level 4) plus the following: -

• Have a valid HV Regs certificate to do MV switching
• Must be a registered Electrician as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act and registered with the Department of Labour
• A valid driver’s licence to legally drive a light delivery vehicle

In addition to the qualifications, approximately 3 years post-apprenticeship experience where such experience includes: -

• MV (11000V) installation, switching, distribution and protection maintenance with specific reference to SANS10142-2
• LV (220VAC/380VAC) installation, switching, distribution and protection maintenance with specific reference to SANS10142-1
• Power reticulation in buildings and the maintenance thereof
• Installing, maintaining and repairing general lighting and/or sport lighting equipment.
• Must have worked with the regulations laid down by the OH&S Act
• Operating and maintaining standby generators, inverters
• At least 1 year’s staff coordination/supervision experience OR have an RU Supervision or Foundation Supervision Certificate

The following experience and knowledge will be an advantage: -

• Operating and maintaining UPSs
• Operating and maintenance of electric boilers and heat pump hot water systems
• Operating, inspection and maintenance of manual and addressable fire detection systems will be an added advantage
• Fault diagnosis, maintenance and repair of general electrical appliances, including major commercial kitchen appliances, commercial laundry equipment
• Renewable energy, especially solar
• Lighting protection installation and maintenance

Closing Date 17 November 2025