Omnia – Artisan Electrician

Employment Type: Permanent

Number of Positions: 3

Industry: Manufacturing / Chemicals / Fertilizer

Closing Date: 05 January 2026

Job Overview

Omnia’s Fertilizer Division is seeking qualified and experienced Artisans (Electricians) to join its manufacturing plant in Sasolburg. The successful candidates will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing electrical equipment, as well as performing planned shutdown work.

All duties are aligned with world-class manufacturing principles, ensuring plant reliability, safety, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with the OHS Act and statutory regulations

• Apply safety standards related to machinery and electrical installations

Maintenance & Reliability (MTBF)

• Execute planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and strategic maintenance activities

• Conduct strategic inspections and advanced fault finding

• Procure and manage spare parts efficiently

• Record and report downtime, incidents, and equipment performance

Quality Control for PPM

• Perform over-inspections to ensure maintenance quality

• Manage and adhere to PPM schedules

• Provide PPM quality control feedback and improvement recommendations

5S & Continuous Improvement

• Drive and maintain 5S principles within the plant

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

• Matric with Mathematics and Science

• N2 or N3 Engineering qualification

• Trade Test (Red Seal) – Electrician

Experience Required

• 2–5 years’ experience as an Artisan in a maintenance or manufacturing environment

Job Competencies

Technical & Functional Competencies

• Strong knowledge of electrical maintenance and fault finding

• Experience with PPM systems, job cards, and plant processes

• Root-cause analysis and problem-solving expertise

• Computer literacy and accurate reporting

• Coaching and mentoring capabilities

Behavioural & Core Competencies

• Decision-making and accountability

• Teamwork and collaboration

• High work standards and reliability

• Adaptability and initiative

• Strong communication and planning skills

• Stress tolerance and integrity

Cross-Functional & Leadership Competencies

• Effective collaboration with operations and plant teams

• Functional integration with maintenance and production processes

• Ability to drive results and motivate others

General Requirements

• Practical application of OHS Act and machinery regulations

• Multiskilled and technically competent

• Highly organised, goal-driven, and detail-oriented

• Strong commitment to 5S principles and value-adding inspections

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply online through the Omnia careers portal before the closing date.

Closing Date: 05 January 2026

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.