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Assembly Technician

Lucy Electric57 open roles

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City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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Your applicationOpen nowAssembly TechnicianLucy Electric · City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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12.3% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. Lucy Electric postings stay open a median of 4 days.

Share of postings closed within
  1. 2.1%1 day
  2. 4.5%3 days
  3. 12.3%7 days
  4. 19.7%14 days
  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 58.0%60 days
This job: posted 57 days ago

Lucy Electric median: 4 days open

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Job Description

Job Purpose

The Assembly / Adaptation Technician is responsible for executing electrical assembly, adaptation, and related production tasks to ensure products are built accurately, safely, and in line with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards. The role contributes directly to production output, on-time delivery, and product quality. The role is execution-focused and operates under the direction of the Production Lead.

Job Context

The Assembly / Adaptation Technician operates on the shop floor within the Operations function and works closely with other technicians, the Production Lead, Quality & HSE, and Warehousing. The role requires adherence to defined work instructions, safety procedures, and quality requirements.

Job Dimensions

Number of Staff Supervised

  • Direct Reports: 0
  • Total Employees: 0

Financial Dimensions

Direct contribution to productivity, efficiency, first-time-right quality, and reduction of rework and scrap.

Responsible use and care of tools, equipment, and materials payment & other authorisations as per approved Delegation of Authority.

Key Accountabilities

Assembly & Adaptation

  • Perform electrical assembly and adaptation work in line with drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and work instructions
  • Assemble, wire, and fit electrical components accurately and efficiently
  • Carry out general assembly and fitment of Ring Main Units into enclosures
  • Use hand tools, fixtures, jigs, and basic power tools correctly and safely
  • Prepare and verify parts and materials required for assigned tasks
  • Achieve daily and weekly production targets and support overall team output

Quality & Inspection

  • Conduct first-line self-inspection to ensure compliance with quality standards
  • Identify, record, and report defects, faults, and non-conformances promptly
  • Support Quality and HSE inspections, audits, and testing activities as required
  • Participate in corrective actions to prevent recurrence of quality issues

Testing & Technical Support

  • Perform general electrical testing in line with defined procedures
  • Assist with fault-finding and rework activities where required
  • Escalate technical issues to the Production Lead or Quality team timeously

Health, Safety & Housekeeping

  • Comply fully with all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area in line with 5S principles
  • Identify, report, and help mitigate unsafe conditions or behaviours
  • Actively contributes to a strong safety-first culture on the shop floor

Materials & Equipment Support

  • Perform basic material handling related to production activities
  • Safeguard tools, equipment, and fixtures and report any defects or maintenance needs
  • Ensure correct use and storage of equipment to prevent damage or loss

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge

  • Electrical Artisan, N4 or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and drawings.

Minimum Experience

  • 2–5 years’ experience in electrical assembly or production roles.
  • Experience in switchgear or similar electrical products is advantageous.

Job Specific Skills

  • Electrical assembly, wiring, and basic testing skills
  • Competent use of hand tools and basic power tools
  • Strong attention to detail and quality discipline
  • Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and standard operating practices
  • General understanding of Ring Main Units and enclosure assembly

Behavioural Competencies

  • Reliable, disciplined, and well-organised
  • Strong safety and quality mindset
  • Team-oriented with a positive and cooperative attitude
  • Willingness to learn, adapt, and continuously improve

Responsibilities

Responsibilities: 1) Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching. Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media. 2) Operational Compliance: Develop knowledge and understanding of the organization's policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct to ensure own work adheres to those standards. Obtain authorization from a supervisor or manager for any exceptions from mandatory procedure. 3) Administration: Produce, update, and provide best practice support on a wide range of Microsoft documents, databases, and other departmental systems. 4) Product/Service Information: Provide advanced product/service information and respond to basic customer questions about the product/service. 5) Business Meetings/Events Arrangement: Schedule appointments, make arrangements for meetings and conferences, and organize travel plans, following instructions to ensure more senior colleagues or a senior executive make the best use of their time. 6) Receiving Visitors: Receive visitors and respond accurately and promptly to a broad range of questions and issues raised. 7) Document Preparation: Organize and prepare complex documents using a variety of applications for technology devices, such as standard office software. Also responsible for gathering and summarizing data for special reports. 8) Sales Opportunities Creation: Identify potential customers by obtaining information, referrals, and recommendations from existing customers and other contacts and/or through participation in trade shows and conferences.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements: Post-Secondary Non-Tertiary Education

General Experience Requirement: Experienced practitioner able to work unsupervised (13 months to 3 years)

Managerial Experience Requirement: Very limited (0 to 3 months)

About Us

Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications.

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