Employer: West Coast Personnel Job Description:Are you passionate about electrical systems, automation, and keeping high-performance machinery running at its best? An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified and experienced Electrical Technician to join a leading steel processing operation located in Saldanha, Western Cape. We’re looking for a hands-on professional who thrives in an engineering and manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Electrical Technician and play a key role in maintaining and optimizing the plant’s electrical and automation systems. Key Responsibilities: * Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on electrical and electronic systems, including Siemens drives. * Install and upgrade electrical systems. * Program, fault-find and optimize Siemens S5/S7 PLCs, Siemens Master Drives, and Intouch HMI systems. * Conduct condition monitoring and analyze equipment efficiency. * Support the continuous improvement of plant performance. Minimum Requirements: * S4 Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification (as per NQF and SAQA). * Minimum of 3 years’ post-S4 experience, or 10 years post-N6 experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment. * Proven experience with Siemens S5/S7 PLCs and Siemens Master Drives (or equivalent). * Instrumentation experience will be advantageous. * Ability to interpret complex electrical and electronic drawings. * Supervisory and mentoring skills essential. * Valid and unendorsed driver’s license. * Willingness to perform standby and call-out duties and relocate to the West Coast if required. Personal Attributes: * Is positive, energetic and self-motivated * Demonstrates strong communication skills * Has excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities * Possesses a solid work ethic and attention to detail * Works effectively independently and as part of a team * Maintains sober habits and a professional attitude