Elconop 3 (Electrical Construction Operator)

A well-established organisation in Bloemfontein is seeking a qualified, experienced, and technically competent ELConop 3 to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for electrical installation, maintenance, testing, fault-finding, and repair work across domestic, commercial, and industrial environments.

The ELConop 3 will be required to work independently while also providing technical support and guidance where necessary. The successful candidate must be able to perform the duties associated with an ELConop 1 and ELConop 2 when operationally required and must be fully equipped with the necessary tools to perform the work effectively.

The ideal candidate will be safety-conscious, reliable, hardworking, technically skilled, and committed to delivering high-quality electrical work in accordance with applicable standards, procedures, and safety requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric

• Qualified electrician with a recognised Trade Test / Red Seal Electrician qualification or equivalent

• Valid electrician's licence/certification, where applicable

• Approximately 35 years' relevant working experience in electrical construction, installation, maintenance, or a related environment

• Practical experience in domestic, commercial, and industrial electrical installations

• Knowledge and understanding of electrical installation, wiring, testing, maintenance, and fault-finding

• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans, drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation

• Computer literacy will be an advantage

• Clean and valid driver's licence

• Must be fully equipped with the necessary tools required to perform the duties of the position

• Ability and willingness to perform the work associated with ELConop 1 and ELConop 2 when required

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety

• Willingness to work overtime when required by operational needs

Key Skills Required

• Strong electrical installation and maintenance skills

• Sound understanding of domestic, commercial, and industrial electrical systems

• Competence in electrical wiring and installation

• Ability to conduct electrical testing under the supervision of a registered person where required

• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans and diagrams

• Knowledge of electrical safety procedures and safe working practices

• Good attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision

• Good organisational and time-management skills

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Reliable, responsible, and professional approach to work

• Ability to adapt to different electrical and operational requirements

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Installation and Wiring

• Perform electrical installation, wiring, maintenance, and repair work in domestic, commercial, and industrial environments.

• Install and connect electrical equipment and systems in accordance with approved plans, specifications, procedures, and applicable standards.

• Place and draw conductors into wireways and connect lighting systems, cookers, water heaters, and low-voltage systems.

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical distribution systems and associated equipment.

• Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, plans, and technical documentation.

• Ensure electrical installations are completed accurately, safely, and to the required standard.

Testing and Fault Finding

• Conduct electrical testing on single-phase and multi-phase electrical systems

• Conduct tests on electrical installations under the supervision of a registered person, where required

• Perform electrical fault finding, diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance

• Identify defective, unsafe, or non-compliant electrical installations and equipment

• Inspect and remove illegal or unsafe electrical connections within electricity generation and distribution areas in accordance with approved procedures

• Record and report faults, defects, unsafe conditions, and maintenance requirements

Team Support and Supervision

• Provide technical assistance and guidance to other electrical personnel when required

• Supervise and lead a team of electricians on-site where assigned

• Ensure that work allocated to team members is completed safely, efficiently, and to the required standard

• Assist with the duties normally performed by an ELConop 1 or ELConop 2 when required by operational circumstances

• Perform any other reasonable electrical, maintenance, construction, and operational duties as required

Remuneration

R89.00 per hour

Working Hours and Overtime

• Normal working hours are 8.5 hours per day, 07:3017:00 .

• Overtime may be required from time to time based on operational requirements.

• Any authorised overtime worked will be compensated accordingly.

Probation and Registration

• The position is subject to a three-month probation period .

• Upon successful completion of the probation period, employees will be registered with the NBCEI , where applicable.

Important:

• Applications close: 28 August 2026

• Only applications submitted via the Ditto Jobs platform will be considered.

• Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.

• No social media messages or comments will be responded to.