Electrical Artisan (Trade Tested)

How2Apply Talent Network
Epping, Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 17 hours ago
Full-time Trades & Services Code 08
R30 000 – R37 000/month
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Job Description

This is hands-on electrical work in Epping: new installs, repairs and CoCs that pass the first time. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

You'll report in Epping. Relocation is not covered for this one.

The work, day to day

  • Terminate armoured cable and fit glands on three-phase motor supplies
  • Supervise and teach an electrical assistant or apprentice on site
  • Test installations and issue Certificates of Compliance where your registration allows
  • Run conduit, trunking and cable tray on new builds and renovations
  • Replace faulty light fittings, plugs, geyser elements and thermostats

You'll need

  • Registered with the Department of Employment and Labour as an Installation Electrician or holding a Wireman's licence
  • Electrical trade test certificate (Section 13 or 26D) through a QCTO-accredited centre
  • Clean criminal record, since you will work inside client homes
  • Solid working knowledge of SANS 10142-1 and the Electrical Installation Regulations
  • Comfortable working at heights on ladders and in roof spaces
  • Your own basic hand tools and a calibrated multimeter

Extra points for

  • Master Installation Electrician registration for three-phase CoCs
  • Solar PV installation training and experience with hybrid inverters

What's in it for you

  • Company-issued test instruments, calibrated every year
  • Company bakkie for call-outs and travel between sites
  • Overtime paid at time-and-a-half on weekends
  • Provident fund and group risk cover after probation

How to apply for this job

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Epping really suit you before you apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: Wireman's licence or registration letter from the Department of Employment and Labour, trade test certificate plus driver's licence copy.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 8 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Epping; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • List two or three recent jobs with sizes, like a 60-point house rewire or a 10 kVA inverter install. It shows your level quickly.
  • Many applicants forget to attach the trade test certificate itself. Recruiters often skip CVs that only mention it.

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Job details
SalaryR30 000 – R37 000/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationEpping, Western Cape
CategoryTrades & Services
Experience7+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted3 October 2026
Closing Date6 November 2026
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