Substation Maintenance Electrician

ABOUT THE ROLE

Purpose:

As a part of our team, you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of Electrical Balance of Plant (EBOP), which includes
daily visual inspections, monitoring, installation, testing, service, and maintenance activities of the high voltage substation and overhead
line (including 33kV and 132kV). Preparation and submission of weekly reports to the Project Manager, who will approve and send it to
the client.
Monitor the power plant through the Monitoring System made available by the Client.
Record and make available all information or events relating to the operational issues on continual basis.
To be based for six months in one of the following areas, or as close as possible to (Garob, Soetwater & Karusa)
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LET’S TALK ABOUT YOU

Requirements:

• Someone who has underwent apprenticeship after completion of a minimum of N2 and has undertaken an exam and
competently completed and obtained an artisan certificate (Red Seal).
• Experience must include at least 3 years of experience working on MV systems or higher (3.3kV, 6.6kV, 11kV, 33kV… etc.).
Electricians must be ORHVS trained and accredited Responsible Persons.
• Understanding of operation & maintenance of Electrical Balance of Plant (EBOP) within the HV Transmission sector, i.e., high
voltage and/or medium voltage substation electrical equipment and maintenance of light substation electrical works an
advantage.
• An ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Good technical report writing skills.
• Driver’s License
Other desirable attributes which assist in the role are:
• Previous experience in similar environment
• Knowledge of Safe Working in a live substation
• Valid ORHVS Certificate (expired would be considered)
• Valid medical test report
• Knowledge of Construction Regulations
Unrestricted

Your responsibilities

• Effectively satisfy the customer's needs for operational and preventative maintenance, any updates/upgrades/performance
optimisation, corrective service, installations and/or workshop repairs in accordance with business contractual obligations.
• Provide timely completion of service/monitoring reports.
• Comply with all OH&S policies and service escalation procedures.
• Maintain personal knowledge of safety instructions and operational procedures.
• Be the site-based advocate for Siemens Energy, you will be our clients trusted advisor on technical matters.