MV/LV Line Technician with Cable Joining Qualification

Our company is looking to hiring a MV/LV (Medium Voltage/Low Voltage) Technician who will be responsible for electrical installation, maintenance and commissioning teams to ensure that work on power systems including transformers, switchgear and cables completed safely, on time and in compliance with standards. This position involves working in a team with other technicians, managing on-site project calls and providing technical expertise for both overhead and underground networks.

Key Responsibilities

· Technical Operations (MV/LV): Attend to Electrical installation, maintenance, and repair of MV/LV switchgear, transformers, and gensets.

· Maintenance & Fault Finding: Conduct diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs, including cable faults, on systems up to 11kV/33kV.

· • Install, joint, and terminate low-, medium-, and high-voltage power cables.

· • Prepare and strip cables prior to jointing in accordance with specifications.

· • Conduct testing and inspections to ensure cable integrity and performance.

· • Identify faults and perform repairs to minimize downtime.

· Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) acts, risk assessments, and Operating Regulations for High Voltage Systems (ORHVS).

· Documentation: Maintain accurate service logs, technical reports, and compliance documentation.

Required Qualifications & Experience

· Valid ORHVS Certificate (Module 1-3),

· Electrical Trade Test Certificate,

· 6.6kV Cable Jointer certification or relevant electrical trade qualification.

· RSA Identity,

· Valid Code 10 Driver’s Licence

· Experience: 5–7 years of experience in LV/MV installation and maintenance,

· Knowledge: Deep understanding of electrical codes, safety standards, and OEM specs (e.g., Schneider, Eskom standards).

· Skills: Proficiency in reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and using diagnostic tools.

Applications must e-mail with a comprehensive CV and certified Qualifications, ID and Drivers Licence as set out above to Mp@manxiwagroup.co.za on or before the closing date. Applicants who have not been contacted within 3 weeks of closing date must consider their application unsuccessful. Correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed candidates