Electrical Superintendent

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  • Electrical Superintendent - Wonderkop Smelter
  • Wonderkop. Marikana , North West ,South Africa
  • Electrical Superintendent
Job ID WKP012026 Closing date 25/04/2026 Last Updated 16/04/2026

In this role you will be responsible for:

  • Manage the entire electrical value chain from the high voltage substation down to the low voltage applications;
  • Manage and supervise the electrical maintenance team;
  • Ensure safe and reliable operation of electrical systems on submerged arc furnaces;
  • Plan and coordinate predictive, preventative and breakdown maintenance;
  • Maintain HV and LV systems, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, all protection schemes and furnace control systems;
  • Ensure compliance with OHSA, safety standards, and company procedures;
  • Coordinate electrical activities during plant shutdowns and projects;
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for electrical failures; and
  • Management of the department and related projects at the operation.

About you:

  • National Diploma/ Degree in Electrical Engineering;
  • GCC (Factories) will be advantageous;
  • 5 Years experience in heavy industry or smelting operations;
  • Minimum 3 years’ supervisory experience;
  • Experience with submerged arc furnace electrical systems in ferrochrome or similar smelting environments; and
  • Knowledge of HV distribution, transformers, PLC systems, and furnace control systems.