Artisan - Electrician

POSITION SNAPSHOT

JobReq ID: 48549

Type of work: On site

Type of contract: Open-ended/permanent

Full/Part Time: Full time

Location:

Brits, ZA

OUR COMPANY

Bridgestone in Europe, CIS, Middle East, India and Africa (BSEMIA), headquartered in Zaventem (Belgium), is a subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, a global leader providing sustainable mobility and advanced solutions.

In addition to our premium tire products, we offer a growing portfolio of tire-centric and mobility solutions. Together with our partners and guided by "Serving Society with Superior Quality”, that has been our mission since Shojiro Ishibashi founded Bridgestone in 1931, we are working to accelerate sustainable mobility innovations and solutions. Through innovative technology, we are committed to easier, safer, smoother and seamless mobility for our society and customers improving how people move, live, work and play.

Bridgestone also benefits from a significant retail network throughout the region – in fact our retail presence in the EMIA region is the largest in the tire industry. Through 17 distinct retail partners, we have around 3,500 outlets across Europe, the Middle East and Africa as well as around 2,500 outlets through our partner network in India. This network offers a selection of services, concepts and mobility solutions.

At Bridgestone we pride ourselves on the strong relationships we maintain with everyday drivers and this extensive retail network is one of the core reasons why.

You can learn more about our Group at https://bridgestone-emia.com/

In line with the “Bridgestone Essence”, our work environment is based on integrity and teamwork, where everyone can learn from each other and contribute with their own ideas in achieving the coming goals.

We want to hear from people who can take the challenge, unleash their creative potential and contribute to the company success demonstrating ownership, courage and agility. We want you to develop your skills, expand your knowledge and be proud of your work.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job purpose

To apply electrical theory or related knowledge in testing and modifying operational or developmental electrical control

circuitry and equipment and electrical machinery in industrial plants. To perform various skilled, journey-level tasks in

installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of electronic control systems and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

Provide technical assistance and resolution to Electrical Breakdowns

Attend to breakdowns that occur during shift
Trouble shooting of breakdowns using PLC’s
Complete job cards for every job done in accordance to Bridgestone standards
Carry out root cause analysis for every breakdown and documenting corrective actions
Comply to all safety regulations as stipulated in the occupational health and safety act
Train and mentor apprentice in the execution of basic electrical tasks

Carry out Preventive and Predictive Maintenance

Provide preventive and predictive maintenance of the electrical systems
Suggesting and implement continuous improvement ideas to improve machine reliability
Complete daily work orders as assigned and update team with daily work reports outlining progress and new issues

Assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical

principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments

Follow electrical practice when doing a job, always keeping safety in mind.
Use Correct Test Equipment

Install and maintain electrical control systems and solid state equipment

Programming of PLC, and Drives
Fault finding on PLC and Drives

Modify electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies, and systems to correct functional deviations

When a new system is implemented, it must work correctly with the existing system.

Analyse and interpret test information to resolve design-related problems

Get all information before making decisions or alterations,

Qualifications:

N3-N6 Electrical, Qualified as an Electrician with a trade Test at a recognized institution.

Experience:

2 - 5 years’ experience
Preferable with experience in the tyer manufacturing industry.

Competencies

Qualified candidates for this important position will therefore need to demonstrate the following:
Agility – to work in a matrix and complex environment where change happens at a rapid pace
Courage – to share ideas, think out of the box
Ownership – to see the bigger picture and take ownership by thinking and acting beyond the role

MORE INFORMATION

If you can demonstrate the skills we are looking for and would like to make a difference in a Pioneering company dedicated to shaping a sustainable future of real-world mobility solutions, just click on the Apply Now button and add your CV!

All applications will be reviewed. Our Recruitment team will contact the suitable applicants for the next step of the recruitment process.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

DISCLAIMER

Diversity and inclusion are a central part of Bridgestone EMIA’s values at the highest level. This is key for our people to show a passion for excellence for improving society connected to the world in which we live. Our commitment to diversity, is linked to our founders mission of ‘Serving Society with Superior Quality’, which is essential in shaping and creating the organization, serving all people, respectfully, connected to our business. We recognize that everyone is different and that attracting, developing and retaining our employees will create a sustainable working environment which is essential to our success. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate in particular on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.

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