A love for the sea and passion for fishing are the driving forces behind I&J, a leading fishing company and manufacturer of high quality chilled and frozen foods. Almost 110 years old, I&J is the trusted name in seafood, operating a modern and efficient trawler fleet, and continually investing in the training and development of experienced fishing crews, committed to fishing responsibly, with a long-term vision. I&J has achieved and maintained accreditation from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) since 2004. I&J is a globally respected supplier of high quality, chilled and frozen Cape Hake and a leading producer of farmed Cape Abalone. It is also one of AVI’s great South African brands. I&J is proudly South African and invests in, and empowers, the communities in which it operates.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrician at I&J, Woodstock, Cape Town. As the successful incumbent, you will be responsible for the maintenance of electrical, control and security systems.

Line Manager: Refrigeration Manager

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Maintenance and design of electrical, control and security equipment
• Provide electrical standby assistance to ensure stable operation and equipment availability; Handle breakdowns in an effective and timeous manner
• Installation of new electrical systems
• Electrical fault finding
• Maintenance of all refrigeration related equipment
• Responsible for ensuring that preventative planned maintenance is performed in a cost effective manner to ensure electrical equipment reliability
• Supervise and mentor assistants on the job

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years working experience in an environment using industrial electrical equipment, production machinery, single and three phase motors (Post Trade Test)
• Proven MV switching experience
• Basic mechanical experience and understanding (Pumps, Blower systems, Diesel Generators, etc.)

Qualifications:

• Electrician Trade Test (Red Seal)
• Electrical Engineering Diploma will be advantageous

Additional Requirements:

• Code 8 Driver’s License with PDP
• Ability to read electrical design drawings
• Knowledge of monitoring equipment
• Knowledge of instrumentation and controls equipment including flow, level, pressure and temperature
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Basic programming and Fault Finding skills)
• Knowledge of applicable OHSA regulations
• Report Writing skills

Competencies:

• Documenting Facts
• Interpreting Data
• Thinking Rationally
• Continuously Improving
• Meeting Deadlines
• Attention to Detail
• Planning and Organizing
• Maintaining Productivity