Graduate Trainee: Electrical
Umbogintwini, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA, 4126

Purpose of the Job
To provide engineering support to the Electrical Distribution Business through the application of engineering principles, technical analysis, project support, maintenance planning, and operational activities. The role is designed to develop engineering competence through structured training, mentorship, and practical experience to prepare the incumbent for professional registration and future engineering leadership responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Engineering Support
- Network Operations Support
- Maintenance and Asset Management
- Project Support
- Safety, Health, and Environment Compliance
- Engineering Development Programme
- Knowledge Management
- Continuation of Operations Support
- Reporting and Administration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Work towards professional registration with ECSA as a Candidate Engineer or Candidate Engineering Technologist
Education and Qualifications
- Grade 12
- Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) or Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc Eng) in Electrical Engineering
- Electrical Trade test advantageous
- Eligible for registration with ECSA as a Candidate Engineer or Candidate Engineering Technologist
- Valid driver's licence
- Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
- 0 to 3 years relevant engineering experience
- Exposure to electrical distribution systems is advantageous
- Experience gained through internships, vacation work, graduate programmes, or practical training
- Basic understanding of maintenance and project environments
Competencies
- Safety conscious
- Attention to detail
- Willingness to learn
- Professional integrity
- Accountability
- Initiative and self-motivation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Customer-focused mindset
- Analytical thinking
- Positive attitude
- Team-oriented
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