Artisan - Auto Electrician

Unitrans is hiring for the Artisan - Auto Electrician role in Johannesburg - Crown Mines, Gauteng. The role closes on 6 May 2026. Applicants should review the requirements and apply through the official vacancy page.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified Auto Electrician trade certification
• Valid driver’s licence (Must have)
• Strong electrical and electronic fault-finding skills
• Knowledge of automotive electrical systems, ECUs, and diagnostic equipment
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and technical manuals
• Understanding of preventative maintenance principles
• Basic computer literacy for job cards, maintenance systems, and reporting
• Good troubleshooting, planning, and time management skills
• Diagnose electrical and electronic faults using diagnostic tools, testing equipment, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Repair, replace, and install electrical components, including but not limited to: Alternators, starters, and battery systems
• Wiring looms, sensors, relays, switches, and control units
• Lighting systems, indicators, instrumentation, and dashboards
• Electronic control systems such as ECUs, control modules, and CAN bus systems (where applicable)
• Perform electrical repairs and troubleshooting on light vehicles,Bus, trucks, tractors, and other mobile or plant equipment.
• Verify correct operation of systems following repairs or replacements.
• Conduct routine electrical inspections as part of scheduled vehicle and equipment maintenance programmes.
• Identify potential electrical failures and implement corrective actions to prevent equipment breakdowns.
• Test, adjust, and calibrate electrical and electronic systems to ensure optimal functionality and compliance with manufacturer specifications.
• Contribute to reducing unplanned downtime through proactive maintenance interventions.
• Install new electrical systems, accessories, and equipment according to approved specifications and standards (e.g. radios, tracking systems, cameras, alarms, communication systems, auxiliary lighting).
• Modify and upgrade existing wiring and electrical systems to meet operational, customer, or regulatory Responsibilities Electrical Diagnostics and Repairs Diagnose electrical and electronic faults using diagnostic tools, testing equipment, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Requirements Qualifications Qualified Auto Electrician trade certification
• Experience d mechanics and serve as the lead mechanic on repair jobs. Knows and follows all organisation, environmental and safety regulations. Serves as a resource for technical problems.
• Knowledge and Skills Strong electrical and electronic fault-finding skills
• Education Level Diploma | Advanced Certificate Duties & Responsibilities Electrical Diagnostics and Repairs
• Preventative Maintenance
• Installation and Modification
• Modify and upgrade existing wiring and electrical systems to meet operational, customer, or regulatory Responsibilities Electrical Diagnostics and Repairs
• Modify and upgrade existing wiring and electrical systems to meet operational, customer, or regulatory
• d mechanics and serve as the lead mechanic on repair jobs. Knows and follows all organisation, environmental and safety regulations. Serves as a resource for technical problems.
• Diploma | Advanced Certificate
• Level Diploma | Advanced Certificate Duties & Responsibilities Electrical Diagnostics and Repairs

Responsibilities

• Diagnose electrical and electronic faults using diagnostic tools, testing equipment, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Repair, replace, and install electrical components, including but not limited to: Alternators, starters, and battery systems
• Wiring looms, sensors, relays, switches, and control units
• Lighting systems, indicators, instrumentation, and dashboards
• Electronic control systems such as ECUs, control modules, and CAN bus systems (where applicable)
• Perform electrical repairs and troubleshooting on light vehicles,Bus, trucks, tractors, and other mobile or plant equipment.
• Verify correct operation of systems following repairs or replacements.
• Conduct routine electrical inspections as part of scheduled vehicle and equipment maintenance programmes.
• Identify potential electrical failures and implement corrective actions to prevent equipment breakdowns.
• Test, adjust, and calibrate electrical and electronic systems to ensure optimal functionality and compliance with manufacturer specifications.
• Contribute to reducing unplanned downtime through proactive maintenance interventions.
• Install new electrical systems, accessories, and equipment according to approved specifications and standards (e.g. radios, tracking systems, cameras, alarms, communication systems, auxiliary lighting).
• Modify and upgrade existing wiring and electrical systems to meet operational, customer, or regulatory Responsibilities Electrical Diagnostics and Repairs Diagnose electrical and electronic faults using diagnostic tools, testing equipment, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Electrical Diagnostics and Repairs
• Preventative Maintenance
• Installation and Modification
• Modify and upgrade existing wiring and electrical systems to meet operational, customer, or regulatory Responsibilities Electrical Diagnostics and Repairs
• Modify and upgrade existing wiring and electrical systems to meet operational, customer, or regulatory