Electrical Technician
Swellendam
Permanent
Full Time
Southern Oil (pty) Ltd
Electrical Technician
About Soill
Established in 1993, SOILL is the largest canola crusher and canola oil manufacturer in Africa.
SOILL is known for its reputable FMCG brands such as the B-well range of products, Nuts about Cooking and African Gold.
Our mission is to be a profitable and sustainable leader in developing and producing high-quality health products in the edible oils industry. We strive to uplift the community and build a prosperous workforce. Our employees are purpose-driven, results-orientated and community-focused. That is why we seek people passionate and enthusiastic about achieving their maximum potential. In turn, we support their development and provide continued growth opportunities – which impact the growth of our business.
Key Performance Areas
Reporting directly to the Electrical Engineer, this main respoonsiblity of this role is to assist with new electrical installations and PLC programming. The role will also include project scoping, commission and project execution.
Instrumentation – procurement, installation
Assist with new electrical installations
PLC/SCADA configuration
Control System interface configuration and HMI
Daily checks on priority plant and preventative planned maintenance
Repairs electrical aspects of breakdowns and modifications
Installation and maintenance of project work
Follow procedures for engineering stock control and new machinery installation.
Call outs
Health and Safety
Participate in safety forums created by Soill for example safety meetings and safety talks
Follow-up on any activities assigned through safety meetings / committees / representatives / management
Report all safety incidents to the relevant people
Attend safety education and refresher programmes
Comply with safety policies and procedures at Soill
Distribute safety information as and when required
Wear protective clothing (where applicable) at all times
Main Requirements
Relevant qualfication (Electrical Engineering / National Diploma / B Tech or Degree) coupled with working experience
Working knowledge of PLC programming languages
Knowledge of Circuit breakers, VSD, contacts and Motors
Ability to work towards deadlines
Practically minded & logical thinking skills.
Excellent work ethics and integrity
Excellent time management
Initiative and drive
Problem solving skills
Team player
Hands on attitude
Attention to detail and accuracy
Resourceful self-starter
SOILL VALUES
Ownership
· Accountability and Responsibility
Respect
· We treat other’s how we want to be treated
Strengths-Focused
· Together we achieve more
Excellence
· Creating a high performance culture
Transparency
· Open and Effective communication
Integrity
· We walk our talk
The opportunity listed has minimum requirements listed and management reserves the right to use additional or other relevant information as criteria for short listing.
Remuneration and benefits will be commensurate with the seniority of the role and in compliance with company policy and practice.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, but South African citizens will have a distinct advantage.
To apply use the link below:
https://www.pnet.co.za/jobs–Electrical-Technician-Swellendam-Southern-Oil-pty-Ltd–3815540-inline.html?rltr=1_1_25_seorl_m_0_0_0_0_0_0
