Junior Electrical Engineer (GMR 2.1 Support)
Job Description:
Junior Electrical Engineer (GMR 2.1 Support)
Location: New Germany, Durban (KZN)
Industry: Property | Energy Wheeling | Embedded Generation
About the Role
A dynamic property and energy wheeling group based in New Germany is seeking a hands-on Junior Electrical Engineer to support the appointed GCC (Government Certificate of Competency) / GMR 2.1 Appointment responsible engineer.
This is a site-driven, practical role, not a desk-based design position.
You will work directly under the responsible engineer, supporting electrical compliance, infrastructure performance, and energy initiatives across multiple operational sites — while developing toward future GMR 2.1 competency.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the GCC / GMR 2.1 appointee in ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Assist with site inspections, audits, and compliance reporting
- Participate in hands-on fault-finding and troubleshooting
- Support preventative and reactive maintenance planning
- Assist with implementation of energy solutions (solar, generators, backup systems)
- Work across multiple sites managing electrical infrastructure
- Liaise with contractors, technicians, and service providers on-site
- Maintain technical documentation, compliance records, and asset registers
- Monitor system performance, downtime, and operational efficiency
Minimum Requirements
- BSc / BEng / BTech in Electrical Engineering
- 0–3 years' experience in a practical/operational environment (internships included)
- Exposure to industrial, manufacturing, facilities, or site-based electrical work
- Basic understanding of electrical systems, distribution, and safety standards
- Willingness to work on-site and get involved in operational environments
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel between sites
Non-Negotiable Fit
This role is not suitable for candidates with purely academic or design-based experience.
You must have had exposure to at least one of the following:
- Plant / factory environments
- Facilities or building infrastructure
- Electrical maintenance or site work
- Panels, distribution boards, generators, or similar systems
Advantageous Experience
- Exposure to MV/LV systems and distribution networks
- Experience with solar PV, generators, or backup power systems
- Interest in energy wheeling / embedded generation
- Experience working with artisans, contractors, or site teams
What This Role Actually Demands
- You will be in operational environments where failures have real consequences
- You will be expected to learn quickly and take ownership early
- You will be working under a high-accountability engineer — standards are not negotiable
If you prefer structured, slow-paced development, this role will frustrate you.
Why This Role is Valuable
- Accelerated exposure to real-world electrical operations
- Direct mentorship under a GCC / GMR 2.1 responsible engineer
- Fast-track development toward GMR 2.1 readiness
- Entry into the energy wheeling and embedded generation market, where demand is growing rapidly
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Send your CV to: [email protected]