Electrician's Assistant (House Wiring)

How2Apply Talent Network
Kimberley, Northern Cape
Contract
Posted 2 hours ago
Contract General Worker
R5 000 – R6 250/month
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Job Description

Strong, willing hands are wanted on a road rehabilitation project in Kimberley. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

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

What your day looks like

  • Mix concrete and mortar by hand or with a small mixer
  • Sign the daily safety talk register before work starts
  • Clean tools, mixers and wheelbarrows at the end of each day
  • Cut and lay paving bricks along string lines
  • Clear rubble and load it into skips
  • Help offload deliveries of steel, timber and pipes
  • Carry bricks, blocks and cement bags to where the bricklayers work

Must-haves

  • A clean record is preferred for some government sites
  • Grade 8 or higher
  • You take safety rules seriously and wear full PPE
  • Prepared to travel between sites in the area
  • Physically strong and fit for outdoor work in all weather

Nice if you have

  • Registered on your ward or municipal job-seeker database
  • A working-at-heights or scaffolding ticket
  • Previous site work you can show with a reference

What you get

  • Overtime on weekend pours and deadline days
  • Boots, hard hat and overalls issued on site
  • Learn from artisans with a chance to move up to assistant
  • Paid weekly or fortnightly

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: certified ID copy and proof of address in the area, any safety or scaffolding certificates plus reference letter or phone number from a past foreman.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 6 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Kimberley; 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.

Before you hit apply

  • List past sites by name and what you did there, like "mixed concrete, laid kerbs". It proves you have done real site work.
  • Government-funded projects often reserve jobs for people from the local ward. Bring proof of address and ask the site office about the local labour desk.

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Job details
SalaryR5 000 – R6 250/month
Job TypeContract
LocationKimberley, Northern Cape
CategoryGeneral Worker
Experience2+ years
Posted10 October 2026
Closing Date11 November 2026
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