Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assembler Career in South Africa
Explore the official OFO occupation, common tasks, specialisations and approved South African qualification pathways.
Occupation overview
Assembles or modifies according to strictly laid down procedures, components of electrical, electromechanical and electronic equipment.
What does a Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assembler do?
An Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assembler builds or modifies electrical, electromechanical and electronic equipment by working through precise, standardised procedures. The work may involve assembling items such as electrical equipment, electronic equipment, telephone equipment, televisions, armatures or printed circuit boards, depending on the area of specialisation.
Specialisations
How to become a Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assembler in South Africa
- Build a foundation in Mathematics, Physical Sciences and relevant technical subjects at school, such as Electrical Technology or Engineering Graphics and Design.
- Consider a relevant qualification, such as the Further Education and Training Certificate: Electronic Security Installation Practices: Fire Detection Equipment (NQF Level 4, 136 credits) or the Technical Certificate: Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering (NQF Level 3, 120 credits).
- Develop practical competence in assembling and modifying components while carefully following laid-down procedures.
- Explore a specialisation such as electrical equipment, electromechanical equipment, electronic equipment, printed circuit boards, telephones, televisions or armatures.
- Confirm the current qualification, provider and assessment arrangements with SAQA or an accredited training provider before enrolling.
Edupstairs Preparation Guidance
This career suits someone who enjoys practical, detailed work with electrical and electronic components. Build confidence by practising accurate, orderly work and by learning to follow technical instructions consistently. The qualifications listed can support preparation for the field, but their suitability and current availability should be confirmed with SAQA or an accredited provider.
Useful school subjects
- Mathematics
- Physical Sciences
- Electrical Technology
- Engineering Graphics and Design
- Computer Applications Technology
Skills that may help
- Careful assembly of components
- Ability to follow strictly laid-down procedures
- Attention to detail
- Manual coordination and precision
- Systematic and orderly working habits
- Ability to work with electrical, electromechanical and electronic equipment