A new opportunity has emerged for qualified individuals to apply for the position of Artisan Electrician with the Energy and Electricity division, specifically in the Bulk Supply Services: Tariffs and Revenue Protection section. These positions are available at the Hatfield, Pretoria location.
The job is a key role within the city’s electrical network, offering candidates an exciting and rewarding career path while ensuring the smooth functioning of electricity operations.
About the Role
The Artisan Electrician will be tasked with executing various essential electricity operations, including auditing large, medium, and low-power meters, removing illegal connections, and installing and maintaining electricity meters, prepaid meters, and circuit breakers.
Additionally, this role involves working on both overhead and underground electricity networks, handling metering, credit control activities, and inspecting metering points across the city’s network.
The position is crucial to the overall revenue protection strategy of the company, ensuring that all operations comply with safety standards and legal regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execution of Special Electricity Operations: Artisan Electricians will be responsible for a wide range of duties related to the operation and maintenance of the electricity network. These operations include installing and removing meters, disconnecting and removing electricity circuit breakers, and inspecting illegal connections across the city network.
- Meter Auditing and Revenue Protection: A significant aspect of this position involves auditing power meters at various levels, including large, medium, and low-power meters. This task is a key element of the role, ensuring accurate metering and protection against revenue loss due to illegal activities. The Artisan Electrician will also be expected to work closely with the credit control team to resolve any issues related to metering discrepancies.
- Work on Medium and Low-Voltage Networks: The role involves working with both medium and low-voltage cables. This includes joining cables, wiring low-voltage meter boxes from the busbar, and maintaining the integrity of the electrical connections in compliance with safety protocols.
- Safety and Compliance: Ensuring strict adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act 85 of 1993) is vital in this role. The Artisan Electrician will need to follow safety protocols, wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), and ensure all work practices minimize risks to health and safety.
Salary and Benefits
The position offers an attractive salary package ranging from R340,884 to R473,460 per annum, with an estimated remuneration package between R465,816 and R634,560 per annum.
This competitive salary reflects the level of responsibility and expertise required for the role, making it an appealing opportunity for skilled electricians in the sector.
Application Requirements:
To qualify for the Artisan Electrician position, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Trade Certificate as Electrician (Red Seal): Applicants must hold a valid Red Seal certificate in the electrical trade, demonstrating their formal training and qualifications.
- Relevant Experience: A minimum of two years’ experience in local authority electrical networks is required to ensure the candidate can handle the complexities of the job.
- Valid Driving License: Candidates must possess a valid Code C1 driving license, along with a valid Professional Driver’s Permit (PrDP).
- Physical Fitness and Health: The role involves substantial physical activity, so applicants must be in good physical condition to perform operational and maintenance tasks over extended periods.
- Clear Criminal Record: All applicants must undergo a criminal record check and provide fingerprints for verification purposes at their own cost.
- Willingness to Work Shifts: The nature of the work requires flexibility, with the possibility of working shifts, standby, and overtime.
Desired Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should possess certain personal attributes to succeed in this role, including:
- No fear of heights (acrophobia).
- Strong dependability and trustworthiness.
- The ability to understand and execute instructions from supervisors.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- The capacity to concentrate for prolonged periods and make sound decisions under pressure.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their applications by the closing date, 07 July 2025. The reference code for the position is PWEE642-2025 (E), and applications can be made directly through the relevant recruitment channels.
For inquiries, candidates can reach out to N Lithole at 012 358 3474 or M Maumela at 012 358 8278 for more detailed information regarding the application process.
This is a fantastic opportunity for qualified electricians who are seeking to make a tangible impact in the energy and electricity sector while contributing to a sustainable and efficient electrical network in Pretoria. With a competitive salary package and a variety of responsibilities, this role offers professional growth and the chance to become a key player in one of the most critical industries in South Africa.
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