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Electrical Engineer (Power Distribution) – Permanent

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Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal

Full-time

Posted 4 hours ago

Full-time Engineering Code 08

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Job Description

From MV switchgear to PLCs, this municipal electricity department in Ballito needs a sharp electrical engineer. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

You'll be based at a municipal electricity department in Ballito. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

The work, day to day

Plan maintenance for switchgear, transformers and motor control centres
Design LV and MV reticulation to SANS 10142-1 and SANS 10142-2
Investigate power quality problems with a power analyser
Guide technicians and contractors on site during commissioning
Design solar PV and battery systems and handle grid connection to NRS 097
Draw up tender specifications and bills of quantities for electrical works

You'll need

At least 3 years of electrical engineering work after graduating
Strong understanding of SANS 10142 and the Electrical Installation Regulations
Able to write clear technical reports and specifications
ECSA registration as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate
Code 08 licence and willingness to travel to sites
BEng or BSc Eng in Electrical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist posts

Extra points for

Protection or HV operating authorisation
Government Certificate of Competency (Electrical, Factories or Mines)

What you get

Vehicle allowance for site work
Flexible hours on design days
Paid professional registration and training

How to apply

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): ID copy, certified within three months, ECSA registration letter plus academic record showing your electrical subjects.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Ballito.

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

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