Electrical Technician
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At Volkswagen Group Africa, we are more than a car manufacturer - we are a global mobility company driven by innovation, quality, and our people. With operating sites in Kariega (Uitenhage), Centurion, and Sandton, we combine a proud heritage of engineering excellence with a strong focus on the future. We produce vehicles and mobility solutions that deliver performance, safety, and sustainability. Our success is powered by diverse, skilled, and passionate employees who value collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of the global Volkswagen Group, we operate in a dynamic environment where innovation, digitalization, and sustainability shape everything we do. Joining Volkswagen Group Africa means being part of a team building mobility for generations - responsibly, sustainably, and together.
ABOUT THE ROLEWe are seeking a skilled Electrical Technician to take ownership of electrical systems within plant operations, supporting automation performance, maintenance, and continuous improvement to ensure optimal plant availability. This position is based in our Production Planning Division - Production (Kariega)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Ensure electrical installations comply with VWSA standards.
- Perform maintenance, fault finding, and breakdown analysis
- Optimise and upgrade electrical and automation systems.
- Maintain plant equipment availability and performance
- Support calibration, training, and cross-functional activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics
- Certified training in PLCs, Drives, Pneumatics or Hydraulics
Work Experience:
- 3-5 years' relevant industry experience.
- Experience in substations, MV systems, and PLC-controlled environments.
- Strong technical and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of process control and instrumentation
Please ensure that you upload:
Updated CV
Certified copies of qualifications
Certified copy of ID document
️ Important: Applications without all required documents and late applications will not be considered.
If you are a dynamic and proactive professional eager to contribute to Volkswagen Group Africa's ongoing success, we encourage you to apply.
Ready to grow with us? Submit your application by clicking "Apply Now" before 28th May 2026
Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to achieving and sustaining an equitable and representative workforce. In line with our Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.
VWGA communicates with integrity and transparency.
Issued on behalf of HR
Job ID: 26130
Location:
ZA ZA
Department: Production and Logistics
Shift: Full-time
Contract type: Unlimited
Remote Working: Mobile Work not possible
Posting Date: 21 May 2026
Are you in?We are looking for new talent, employees who want to achieve, believe in innovative power of ideas, leaders who are able to collaborate and adapt to the mobility of the future, take ownership, responsibility, accountability and diverse thinkers in order to embrace our differences.
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