Manager – Asset O&M (Power Systems/Asset Management)

CLP Group; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

CLP Group in Hong Kong invites applications for a 2-Year Contract/Permanent vacancy in the Asset Strategy Branch of the Asset Management Department. You will assist in formulating strategies, policies, standards and procedures on power system equipment installation, operation and maintenance to achieve world‑class performance in our transmission and distribution systems.

You will lead a team of professional engineers, providing expert support to line units, developing asset plans, maintenance

Qualifications

• Recognized university degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Chartered Engineer with HKIE membership preferred.
• At least 7 years of engineering experience.
• Thorough knowledge of power system design, installation, operation and maintenance.
• Familiarity with CLP E&M Safety Rules, engineering standards and relevant regulations.
• Ability to foster continuous improvement and talent development.
• Good command of English and Chinese; Putonghua an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Formulate strategies, policies, standards and procedures on power system equipment installation, operation and maintenance.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers to provide expert support to line units.
• Develop asset plans to manage transmission and distribution equipment costs and performance across the asset life cycle.
• Devise strategies for asset performance improvement including replacement and refurbishment decisions.
• Direct fault investigations to determine root causes and develop system contingency solutions.
• Review maintenance strategies for transmission and distribution assets.
• Establish strategic spare policies to ensure availability under abnormal situations.
• Provide technical solutions for network enhancement and adopt innovative technologies to improve performance and reduce costs.

Skills

Power system design

Asset life cycle

Team leadership

Maintenance planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Contract Period: 2-Year Contract/Permanent

Applications are invited for the above vacancy in Asset Strategy Branch of Asset Management Department. Reporting to Principal Manager – Asset Strategy (Plant), the appointee will assist in formulating strategies, policies, standards and procedures on power system equipment installation, operation and maintenance to achieve world-class performance in the Company’s transmission and distribution systems. The appointee will also lead a team of professional engineers to provide excellent expert support to line units, including but not limited to the following:

• Develop, review and disseminate appropriate policies and standards to ensure the most appropriate operational procedures and techniques are employed to meet business needs
• Develop asset plans to manage transmission and distribution equipment costs and performance over the asset life cycle
• Devise strategies and plans for asset performance improvement throughout the asset life cycle including asset replacement, revitalization, refurbishment and retirement decisions
• Direct and undertake major fault investigations and diagnosis on existing equipment to determine the root cause, and to develop solutions for system contingency as well as performance improvement
• Develop and review the maintenance strategies of transmission and distribution assets in an optimal manner
• Direct and review strategic spare policies for transmission and distribution assets to ensure availability of spares under abnormal situations
• Develop and provide technical solutions and advice for enhancement of the power network
• Identify and introduce new and innovative technologies for enhancing performance and reducing cost in installation, operation and maintenance of power system

Lead, motivate, coach and mentor subordinates to maintain expertise and maximize efficiency so as to provide excellent technical support to line units

Requirements:

• A recognized university degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant engineering disciplines
• A Chartered Engineer with corporate membership of HKIE or equivalent is preferred
• At least 7 years’ extensive experience in engineering field
• Thorough knowledge of power system design, installation, operation and maintenance practices as well as life cycle analysis on transmission and distribution equipment
• In-depth understanding of internal procedures and policies, including CLP Power E&M Safety Rules, engineering standards, codes of practice and relevant statutory regulations
• Ability to develop self, cultivate a continuous improvement culture and retain asset talents
• Conversant with local regulations in electricity supply and industry standards
• Good supervisory skills to lead and motivate a team of professional staff
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese. Proficiency in Putonghua is an advantage

ABOUT CLP

CLP was founded in Hong Kong in 1901, at a time when electricity was still a novelty worldwide. Today we power millions of homes and businesses across the Asia-Pacific region with over 8,000 employees.In Hong Kong, we operate a vertically integrated electricity business providing a highly reliable supply of electricity to over 80% of the city’s population. Outside Hong Kong, we invest in the energy sector on the Chinese Mainland, in Australia, India, Taiwan Region and Thailand. Our business spans the electricity value chain ranging from power generation, transmission and distribution to retail and smart energy services. We have a diversified portfolio of generating assets that uses a wide range of fuels sources including nuclear, renewables, gas and coal. To meet the evolving needs of energy users in a world being reshaped by decarbonisation and digitalisation, we strive to embrace new opportunities and expand our horizons as we fulfil our purpose to Power Brighter Tomorrows.