Website VKB Group
The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.
VKB Group is hiring Electrician in Northern Cape.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent.
- Wireman’s license or registered installation electrician.
- A valid Trade Certificate as an Electrician or Millwright.
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in an industrial or agricultural environment (experience in silo or grain handling facilities is highly advantageous).
- Experience in high and low voltage connections.
- Experience working with grain dryers and handling equipment.
- Strong knowledge of PLC systems, motors, VSDs, and control panels and ability to read electrical plans.
- Programming of PLC and related electronics.
- CB – Code B driver’s license.
- Must be able and willing to work overtime including shifts when required.
- Ability to work independently and handle after-hours breakdowns when required.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Must have a clear criminal record.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct preventative and reactive maintenance as scheduled according to company procedures and standards.
- Fault-finding and diagnostics on motor control panels, conveyors, augers, dryers, and silo machinery.
- Install, inspect, and upgrade wiring, panels, and control systems.
- Ensure compliance with safety and electrical regulations.
- Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities.
- Assist with planning and execution of electrical projects and upgrades.
- Mentor and support junior electricians and apprentices as needed.
- Reduce breakdowns and downtimes periods to limit unnecessary costs.
- Work with management to ensure all machinery and infrastructure function electrically optimal on a continuous basis.
- Ensure the workshop comply with occupational health and safety requirements.
- Do fault finding and problem solving on electrical equipment.
- Reduce breakdowns and downtime periods.
- Solving of electrical problems from operational manager as specified in the job card.
- Keep informed on newest electrical technology with regards to better functioning, energy saving and safety.
- Complete all compulsory training interventions allocated by the direct Manager successfully.
- Daily housekeeping.
- Maintaining a professional attitude and appearance.
- Any other duties as may be required by management.
