Electrical Artisan

at Life East London Private Hospital
Published September 10, 2025
Expires November 5, 2025
Location East London, South Africa
Category Technician  
Job Type Full-Time  

Description

A vacancy exists for an Electrical Artisan, based at Life East London Private Hospital, reporting to Nico Oliphant, Engineering Manager. The job entails continuous availability of Mechanical services for the Hospital infrastructure. Be a part of a professional team providing high standards in healthcare and a high tech environment.

Critical Outputs
Accurately read and translate electrical blueprints or technical diagrams and networks
Install and maintain electrical wiring, control and lighting systems.
Inspect electrical components and equipment such as transformers, generators, UPS systems and various types of circuit breakers
Understand and execute inspections, installations and testing of distribution boards (DB’s) of low and medium voltage ratings
Demonstrate competency in using electrical and electronic measuring and testing devices such as Multi meters, Amp meters, Megger, phase rotation meter, earth leakage tester, plug tester, etc.
Identify electrical problems or faults using a variety of electrical and electronic testing and measuring devices
Repair or replace wiring, equipment or fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
Inspect and make electrical repairs to basic and complicated workshop handheld and fixed power tools
Follow state and local building regulations based on SANS10142, R158 and NBR to carryout inspections, installations and repairs
Direct and train workers, assistants and trainees to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring or equipment
Assemble, install, test and maintain low voltage electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
Inspect electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair to ensure compliance with OHS Act.
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous
Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on function specifications and SANS10142
Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment using the company’s active CMMS (SAP)
Safely work from ladders, scaffolds and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures
Provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for electrical materials and services
Provide assistance and perform stand-by duties during emergencies by operating floodlights, generators, UPS and driving needed vehicles
Maintain and control electrical spares and store room or area adhering to the company procedures around safety, housekeeping and general engineering best practices

Requirements

At least N6 qualification with Trade Test certificate in Electrical (Heavy Current) engineering with a minimum of 3 years in operations or engineering maintenance.
Practical experience in a hospital environment or similar environment is essential.
Computer literacy and experience on a CMMS preferably SAP PM would be an added advantage.
Supervisory experience will be an added advantage
Be in possession of a valid driver’s license and own vehicle

Competencies

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
Resilience
Engaging diversity
Verbal & written communication and presentation
Influencing (negotiation)
Drive & energy
Building relationships
Customer responsiveness
Organisational awareness
Ethical behaviour

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