Stellenangebot: Maintenance Electrician

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Electrician will be responsible for performing planned and general maintenance to plant and to electrical equipment as per job cards. Perform and sign-off scheduled and statutory inspections.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain all infrastructure and services as per job card for maximum availability
• Perform planned maintenance
• Perform breakdown maintenance
• Do fault finding
• Ensure completion of job cards within estimated time frame.
• Only work under general clearance certificates as per M86 and sign off task when completed
• Apply lock out procedure without exception
• Analyse drawings and plan material accordingly
• Plan correct procedure for specific work
• Planning plant maintenance tasks
• Be cost effective in planned maintenance
• Be effective in communications and build relationships with peers and subordinates
• Monitor and assist in developing skilled workers and Workshop assistants.
• Assist in design and development for specific requirement
• Ensure adherence to RDM standards regarding ISO 9001 & 14001
• Compliance to the RDM Quality standards
• Maintain an environment that function according to statutory requirements: i.e. Explosives Act, Occupational health and safety Act
• Maintain good housekeeping standards in the workshop and when performing tasks on the plant.

• National Senior Certificate or Equivalent qualification.
• Trade Test in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 3 to 5 years’ experience as a qualified Electrician.
• Knowledge of electrical installations requirements and regulations in explosive environments.
• Knowledge of PLC programming will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of ComAp and Solar PV PPC’s and programming will be an advantage.
• The ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Computer Literate and able to operate the Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.)
• Experience with an ERP system like SAP will be an advantage.

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events

Rheinmetall Denel Munition is an Employment Equity Employer that gives preference to suitable candidates who add to the diversity of the company.

CLOSING DATE: 12 NOVEMBER 2026