Electrical & Instrumentation Team Leader (Chemical)
Location: Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
Salary: R1.1 Million CTC per annum
Lead electrical and instrumentation excellence in a high-performance chemical manufacturing environment.
Is this you?
You’re a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise in electrical and instrumentation maintenance within a heavy industrial or chemical plant environment. Safety is non-negotiable for you, and you lead from the front when it comes to compliance, quality, and best practice. You’re organised, decisive, and confident managing Artisans, Contractors, and shutdowns. With a sharp eye for plant availability and cost control, you balance operational urgency with structured maintenance planning. You enjoy mentoring your team and driving continuous improvement.What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)
You’ll manage the site’s E&I maintenance team, ensuring plant availability through effective execution of maintenance strategies. This includes supervising electrical and instrumentation work, optimising maintenance activities, conducting failure investigations, and ensuring shutdowns are delivered on time and within budget. You’ll drive compliance with ISO 9001, 14001 and 18001 standards, oversee gas train maintenance in line with regulations, and ensure all safety protocols, audits, inspections and toolbox talks are completed. You’ll manage work orders, control costs, oversee tools and equipment, handle contractor performance, and ensure accurate documentation and reporting. Team development, succession planning, and performance management will also form a key part of your role.Where you’ll be doing it
This opportunity is based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, where you’ll be working in a fast-paced, innovative environment. The company, a leader in its industry, prides itself on maintaining high-quality production processes and strictly adhering to safety and environmental standards. You’ll be part of a team that values excellence and is committed to continuous improvement in all areas of operations, with a strong emphasis on ISO 9001, 14001, and OSHAS 18001 systems.What you’ll need
To succeed in this role, you will need an Electrical Trade Test. Having a N6 Electrical qualification is highly advantageous. You will have at least 8-10 years of experience in a heavy industry or chemical plant environment, 5 of those in a supervisory or managerial role. Strong knowledge of plant safety, maintenance systems, and ISO standards is required. You must be computer literate (MS Office, SAP). MV Switching certification, Electrical Installation Practitioner certification, Certified Industrial Gas Practitioner status, or maintenance management training would be advantageous.What you’ll get
You’ll receive a competitive salary and benefits package that includes a basic salary, 65% medical aid company contribution for employee, spouse and up to 3 kids, pension fund, risk benefit, bargaining council, funeral scheme and skills development levy. Beyond the financial rewards, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a leading global company that values innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement. Furthermore, they believe in recognising and celebrating exceptional individual and company performance, and thus, you will have the opportunity to earn a company performance-based bonus. Our client offers a stable and financially secure work environment, known for its great culture and emphasis on skill development. Operating in line with European plants and safety standards, they prioritize the well-being and growth of their employees. Regular work functions and team-building activities are part of their commitment to fostering a supportive and cohesive workplace.How to apply
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