Rainbow Chicken is hiring two qualified Electricians

 Rainbow Chicken is hiring two qualified Electricians for its Worcester, Western Cape plant. Applications close on 13 August 2026, and candidates must hold a Red Seal Trade Test, Wireman’s Licence, and at least 3–5 years of FMCG or production line maintenance experience.

Vacancy Overview

  • Employer: Rainbow Chicken

  • Position: Electrician x2

  • Location: Worcester, Western Cape

  • Division: Chicken Division

  • Closing Date: 13 August 2026

Minimum Qualifications

  • Red Seal Electrician Trade Test

  • Wireman’s Licence (Compulsory)

  • N3 qualification or higher

Experience Required

  • Minimum 3 years post‑Trade Test experience

  • At least 5 years in FMCG/production line maintenance

  • Basic PLC knowledge (Allen Bradley Level 1 or equivalent)

  • Willingness to work shifts, weekends, overtime, and standby

  • Experience in poultry processing or food manufacturing is advantageous

Technical Skills

  • PLC programming and fault finding

  • Allen Bradley systems

  • Lenze drives diagnostics

  • Low‑voltage electrical distribution

  • Preventative maintenance planning

  • High‑speed packaging lines

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and repair production equipment

  • Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime

  • Diagnose and fix electrical faults efficiently

  • Support installation of new electrical equipment

  • Maintain distribution networks and automated systems

  • Complete accurate maintenance reports and documentation

  • Manage spare parts requisitions

Why Work for Rainbow?

  • Exposure to advanced automation technology

  • Career development in a large FMCG environment

  • Long‑term employment opportunities for skilled artisans

Application Process

  1. Prepare updated CV.

  2. Attach certified copies of:

    • Red Seal Trade Test certificate

    • Wireman’s Licence

    • N3 or higher qualification

    • Any PLC/electrical training certificates

  3. Submit via Rainbow’s official recruitment platform before 13 August 2026.

Ideal Candidates

  • Qualified Red Seal Electricians

  • FMCG maintenance electricians

  • Industrial electricians

  • Manufacturing plant technicians