About the position
Our client is currently looking for an experienced technician/electrician, install, maintain and support our prepaid and conventional electrical meters. The ideal candidate should be able to work equally well alone or in a team and be an inventive problem solver that is capable of working through technical challenges. The technician will also be required to work with water meters. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful team that provides integrated services to meet our clients’ needs both provincially and nationally.
Education and Experience
- Qualified electrician (competent person as per OSH Act), or minimum N5 / T3.
- Grade 12 certificate.
- Additional electrical qualifications (meter training course, wiremen’s license).
- Code 08 driver’s license.
- Good computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Metering experience: Conventional, Prepaid, single phase, poly phase, direct connect, CT connect, SPU and LPU. Common metering products include Landis & Gyr, Itron, Conlog, ext. Experience with conventional and prepaid water meters are essential.
- LPU metering, communication, programming, and testing.
- Revenue protection, meter auditing.
- Meter accuracy verification testing.
- Load recording experience.
Key Competencies
- Attention to detail and neatness in work / meter installations.
- Planning, organizing, and coordinating work.
- Good prioritizing skills.
- Attention to accuracy with meter readings and all work done.
- Good communication skills between staff and clients.
- Good communication skills towards seniors.
- Good problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Initiative.
- Completing tasks timorously as requested.
- Analyze reports.
- Good understanding of the general installation and operation of gas and water meters will be to your advantage.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Desired Skills:
- Electrician
- Water and Electrical Meter
- Wiremans Lisence
Employer & Job Benefits:
- Company Car
- Petrol
- Cell Phone Allowance
- Company Pension
