VJ 19756 - Electrician (Plastics) – Eastern Cape

Recruiter:

Professional Career Services

Job Ref:

VJ 19756 - Electrici..

Date posted:

Thursday, October 22, 2026

Location:

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Salary:

R20,000 – R25,000 per month

SUMMARY:
Electrician (Plastics) – Eastern Cape

POSITION INFO:

Our client specialises in the polymer industry

You will be responsible for the following:

Perform planned, preventive, and breakdown maintenance on extrusion lines, ovens, chill rolls, pumps, compressors, material handling systems, mixers, and associated plant equipment
Diagnose and repair faults on PLCs, VSDs, motors, instrumentation, control panels, sensors and plant electrical systems while driving continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and plant uptime
Report any hazards or failings in the health and safety system by utilising the near-miss reporting system
Responsible for Scheduled Maintenance Activities
Experience with both AC and DC motors and drives

Trade Test Electrician (Red Seal) or equivalent recognised Electrical Artisan qualification
Matric

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably plastics extrusion, sheet manufacturing, chemical processing or continuous process industries
PLC, VSD, and industrial automation training advantageous
Maintenance Planning
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation and electrical safety standards

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