Goldi Chicken – Electrician

Industry: Poultry Processing / Manufacturing / Utilities

Closing Date: 13 February 2026

Goldi is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Electrician to join its Processing and Utilities Plants in Standerton. This opportunity is ideal for a trade-tested electrician with strong industrial experience, particularly within manufacturing or food processing environments.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Performing electrical maintenance and project work within processing and utilities plants

• Attending to electrical breakdowns and unscheduled interruptions to ensure minimal downtime

• Executing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) according to maintenance schedules

• Installation, testing, fault-finding, and maintenance of processing and industrial equipment

• Starting up and shutting down generators and other power supply systems

• Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults on motors, control panels, and plant machinery

• Implementing 20 Keys, HACCP, and Risk Control procedures

• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and housekeeping standards

• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and reports

• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the plant

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Minimum N3 qualification in Electrical Engineering or related field

• Recognised Trade Certificate as an Electrician

• At least 5 years’ experience working as a qualified Artisan Electrician

• PLC experience (industrial control systems and automation)

• Experience in a poultry plant, food processing, or FMCG environment will be a strong advantage

• Willingness and ability to work overtime, shifts, weekends, and public holidays

• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Must be a self-starter with minimal supervision

• Own reliable transport is essential

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems

• Electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting expertise

• Understanding of plant maintenance systems and safety regulations

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to work under pressure in a high-production environment

Why Join Goldi?

• Work for a well-established company in the poultry and food processing industry

• Stable employment with opportunities for skills development and growth

• Exposure to modern industrial and utility plant operations

How To Apply?

Closing Date: 13 February 2026

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.