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An Electrical Technician is needed in Bellville through Zeal HR, for an established food manufacturing organisation. This permanent, junior role suits a hands-on technician who can support the maintenance team at the Bellville facility, keeping plant and equipment running safely and reliably.
About the company and the work
Zeal HR is a multi-award winning recruitment firm with specialist capabilities in Engineering, Finance and Technology, serving corporate and SME businesses in South Africa and abroad. Its client is an established food manufacturing organisation. In this role, the successful candidate will assist with routine maintenance, breakdown repairs, modifications and general technical work under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager or Assistant Maintenance Manager, while maintaining high standards of food safety, housekeeping, tool control and maintenance practice.
Role details
- Electrical Technician in Bellville, listed as Permanent and Junior.
- Salary undisclosed on the original advert.
- Posted 26 October 2026, expires in 7 days.
- Job number 2645569, reference 64755.
Main responsibilities stated include completing scheduled maintenance tasks thoroughly and on time; following maintenance procedures, safety requirements and equipment operating standards; inspecting equipment and reporting defects, deviations or breakdown risks immediately to the Maintenance Manager; documenting completed work, findings and repairs accurately; maintaining proper control of tools, consumables and spare parts; assisting with electrical and general breakdown repairs and emergency maintenance; following temporary repairs through to permanent repairs; repairing mini sifter sieves and performing stone sharpening in line with the relevant SOPs; complying with occupational health and safety requirements, wearing required protective clothing and equipment, and using safety harnesses correctly at heights; maintaining food safety and hygiene during maintenance work, including pest-control procedures; and participating in the weekend and standby roster, including first-call standby support.
Requirements
- Practical experience in an electrical maintenance environment.
- Ability to assist with breakdowns, repairs and routine maintenance.
- Good understanding of workplace safety requirements.
- Ability to work with hand and power tools safely and correctly.
- Strong attention to detail and accurate maintenance documentation.
- Ability to work independently while operating under the guidance of the Maintenance Manager.
- Willingness to participate in weekend duty and standby services.
- Ability to work effectively in a production or manufacturing environment.
- Desired work experience: 1 to 2 years as an Electrician.
Benefits listed include overtime pay, a standby allowance, a Provident Fund, and a company vehicle provided for the duration of the standby week.
Where to find and apply safely
Apply through the original CareerJunction advert linked from this page. Use the Apply button, which opens the original Zeal HR advert, and do not share passwords or banking details with anyone claiming to offer the role.
Practical tips
- Lead with your electrical maintenance experience, especially breakdown and routine maintenance work.
- Show you understand safety, food safety and accurate documentation in a production environment.
- Highlight experience with hand and power tools, fault-finding and working under pressure.
- Confirm you are willing to work weekends and standby duty.
- Apply promptly, as the advert expires in 7 days.
How the process works
After you apply through the original advert, Zeal HR reviews applications and contacts suitable candidates. Keep a copy of your application and note reference 64755.
Important information
This post is a summary for job seekers; the original CareerJunction advert is the authoritative source. Salary is undisclosed on the original advert, so confirm pay and any standby terms before accepting an offer. Never pay a fee to apply for a job.
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