ELECTRICIAN
Location: Richards Bay, Meer En See
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ROLE TITLE: ELECTRICIAN
DEPARTMENT: MAINTENANCE
REPORTING STRUCTURE: TECHNICAL MANAGER
CLOSING DATE: 24 NOVEMBER 2026
ROLE SUMMARY
Meer En Bay Private Hospital is recruiting an Electrician who will be responsible for the following:
• Responsible for electrical reticulation of the facility
• Installation and completion of electrical projects
• Repair, maintenance, installation and control of electrical machinery and equipment, including transformers, generators, distribution boards, UPS, nurse-call systems and all other relevant systems as required
• Repair and maintenance of basic and industrial “household appliances” such as ovens, microwave ovens, toasters, kettles, and water boilers as well as any other similar electrical equipment
• Inspection, fault finding and problem resolution of electrical wiring and appliances
• Routine maintenance on plant and machinery, as stipulated by servicing schedules of the equipment, and / or as requested by the Manager
• Preventative maintenance planning and implementation, according to Company Policies and Procedures, as determined from time to time
• Reporting on the condition and functionality of the electrical plant machinery, including general electrical reticulation, standby generator performance
• Cost control through proper preventative maintenance and fast and effective response to breakdowns
• Conduct safety inspections on all portable electrical equipment according to specifications
• To carry out all preventative, Planned and reactive maintenance requirements and contribute to a comprehensive and effective facilities management structure thus ensuring optimum consistency and compliance of all essential equipment with minimum disruption to key areas of the hospital.
• To carry out all administered checklists to the best of your ability and ensure that all the main components of the equipment are working as per manufacturer design specifications.
• To ensure that all policies and procedures of the hospital facility which impacts directly or indirectly to the role of electrician are fully understood.
• To ensure that all aspects of the health and safety program required of the hospital facility is carried out with accuracy and accountability.
SKILLS PROFILE
EDUCATION
• Matriculated (Grade 12)
• NQF4 Trade test (Electrical)
• Registration as an installation electrician in terms of regulation 11 (2).
• Wireman’s license would be advantageous
WORK EXPERIENCE
• At least 3 years’ experience on electrical / electronic installation / maintenance
• Electrical and Mechanical experience in a commercial industry.
• Ability to function unsupervised
• Customer oriented with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change with good planning and organisational skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Team working and Approachable
• Ability to travel independently due to 24-hour functionality of the Hospital environment
KNOWLEDGE
• Computer literacy is an advantage
• SAP Knowledge advantageous
• Competent in the field of electrical building services
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements
• Electrical drawing interpretation
APPLICATION PROCESS
MEER EN BAY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Company's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process
aligned to the Group’s Employment Equity strategy. Meer En Bay actively supports the recruitment of people with disabilities.
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are requested to Press APPLY NOW Button below before the closing date cited above. Kindly indicate the name of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
Should you not hear from us in 7 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.