Job Description
A mining company based in Kwekwe is seeking a qualified, hands-on, and safety-conscious Electrician to join the maintenance team. The ideal candidate will be part of the team responsible for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of the plant electrical infrastructure.

Duties and Responsibilities
-Perform electrical installations and maintenance on Motor Control Centres (MCCs), machinery, and equipment.
-Conduct fault finding, diagnostics, and corrective maintenance on all plant equipment, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Variable Speed Drives (AC Drives), and instrumentation.
-Execute preventative and routine electrical maintenance as per the planned schedule (PPMs).
-Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and manuals to ensure accurate work execution.
-Conduct risk assessments prior to all repair work in line with SHEQ policies and safety management systems.
-Participate in standby duties and respond to breakdowns to minimize plant downtime.
-Inspect electrical systems to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory standards.
-Maintain accurate records, complete checklists, and submit reports to the Projects and Maintenance Engineer.


Qualifications and Experience
-National Certificate in Electrical Power Engineering or a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
-Valid Class 1 Journeyman license.
-Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience, with proven experience in plant maintenance within a heavy manufacturing or mining environment.
-Strong knowledge of AC Drives (VSDs) and PLCs.
-Experience with High Voltage (HV) switch gear maintenance is an added advantage.
-Working knowledge of safety management systems and Integrated Maintenance Management Systems.
-Valid Class 4 Driver’s Licence is an added advantage.
-Clean, transparent, and genuine track record with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.