Job Purpose

To install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electric fence systems for commercial and domestic clients, ensuring reliable performance, compliance with safety standards, and high-quality service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Installation

• Install electric fence systems for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional clients.
• Conduct site surveys to determine fence layout, energizer placement, and power supply requirements.
• Install fence posts, insulators, wires, energizers, lightning protection, and warning signage.
• Integrate electric fencing with alarm systems and other security components where required.
• Test and commission installed systems to ensure optimal voltage and functionality.

Maintenance & Repairs

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance of electric fence systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults including short circuits, low voltage issues, broken wires, and faulty energizers.
• Replace damaged components and ensure system integrity.
• Respond promptly to breakdown calls and emergency repair requests.

Technical Support & Compliance

• Ensure all installations comply with electrical safety regulations and company standards.
• Maintain proper earthing and surge protection systems.
• Provide clients with guidance on system operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Complete job cards and technical service reports accurately.

Coordination

• Work closely with structural fabricators and security system technicians during installations.
• Communicate material requirements to supervisor.
• Assist in stock control of electric fence materials and equipment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma, or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in electric fence installation and maintenance.
• Experience in security systems integration is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read and interpret basic wiring diagrams
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work at heights and outdoors
• Team player with ability to work independently

• Install electric fence systems for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional clients.
• Conduct site surveys to determine fence layout, energizer placement, and power supply requirements.
• Install fence posts, insulators, wires, energizers, lightning protection, and warning signage.
• Integrate electric fencing with alarm systems and other security components where required.
• Test and commission installed systems to ensure optimal voltage and functionality.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance of electric fence systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults including short circuits, low voltage issues, broken wires, and faulty energizers.
• Replace damaged components and ensure system integrity.
• Respond promptly to breakdown calls and emergency repair requests.
• Ensure all installations comply with electrical safety regulations and company standards.
• Maintain proper earthing and surge protection systems.
• Provide clients with guidance on system operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Complete job cards and technical service reports accurately.
• Work closely with structural fabricators and security system technicians during installations.
• Communicate material requirements to supervisor.
• Assist in stock control of electric fence materials and equipment.

• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read and interpret basic wiring diagrams
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work at heights and outdoors
• Team player with ability to work independently

• Diploma, or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in electric fence installation and maintenance.
• Experience in security systems integration is an added advantage.