33001904 - Electronic Assistant

ELECTRONIC ASSISTANT 33001904

Job Purpose:

To install, commission, repair and maintain all supervisory and substation security systems/equipment.

Key Responsibility Areas:

•Responsible for the construction, maintenance, operation, repair and testing SCADA related equipment and substation security equipment in substations.
•Updating various system databases and compiling substation wiring schedules.
•Conducts fault finding, troubleshooting and problem solving for system/equipment operating malfunctions.
•Installing substation security equipment and assists with commissioning of substation equipment.
•Repairs and maintains all equipment under control of the Control Systems Section.
•Updating computerised records relating to system faults and maintenance applications.
•Promotes safety and accident prevention in the work place in accordance with his or her appointment under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (1993).
•Timeously submits relevant paperwork preceding, during and on completion of work.
•Provides specialist technical advice and instructions to new electricians and subordinates; supervise, motivate, train and discipline apprentices, trade workers and other trainees.

Competencies:

•Managing Work
•Planning & Organising
•Workplace Safety
•Discipline Specific Skills
•Communication
•Customer Orientation & Customer Focus
•Accountability & Ethical Conduct
•Direction Setting
•Team Orientation

Essential Requirements:

•Must be in possession of a NTC2 or NCV3 in Electrical Engineering, from a further Education and Training College, registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training.
•Trade Tested Artisan (Electrician) accredited by the relevant body under the Department of Higher Education and Training.
•Valid motor vehicle driving license.
•Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) or to be obtained within 6 months from date of appointment.
•Valid First Aid certificate or to be obtained within 6 months from date of appointment.
•Must be a competent person in terms of eThekwini Municipality’s safety rules in all Electrician fields, applicable to the relevant branch.
•Must be required to pass a departmental proficiency test, set by the Directorate to prove sufficient and general knowledge of construction, operations and maintenance of distribution (and/ or transmission) systems.
•Apprentice route: Must provide documented proof of having served a recognised apprenticeship prior to undergoing the trade test.
•ARPL route: Must provide documented proof of at least 3 years' relevant practical experience at the level of an Electrician and working under the direct supervision of a competent Electrician, in diverse aspects of construction, operation, and maintenance of distribution and/or transmission networks prior to undergoing the trade test.
•3 years relevant post trade test experience in the Electricity Supply and Distribution industry.

Special Conditions:

•40 hours, 5 day work week.
•Standby allowance as authorised.
•Be prepared to work overtime when required to meet the exigencies of the service.
•Subject to transfer/relocation to any of Electricity Unit's depots/divisions as required.
•Protective Clothing: As per the PPE Schedule.

Physical Requirements:

•Must be physically capable of carrying out all the duties of the post.
•Must be physically fit and in good health as determined by the City Medical Officer of Health.
•Must be able to physically lift heavy objects and equipment normally required of a Electrician.
Must not be colour blind.
Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights.
Must have the necessary dexterity to work with tools and instruments

This post reports to CHIEF TECHNOLOGIST (CONTROL SYSTEMS)