Technical Expert, Transmission and Distribution

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Papua; On-site; USD 50.000 - 75.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Papua is seeking a Technical Expert for Transmission and Distribution to manage operations and maintenance within high-voltage electrical systems. This role involves leading projects, training staff, and ensuring compliance with safety practices. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience and qualifications in power systems and T&D.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Ex-pat incentives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience in T&D.
• Proficient in reviewing electrical drawings and manuals.
• Fluent in English; willingness to learn Bahasa Indonesia.

Responsibilities

• Manage T&D O&M activities and projects.
• Support safety programs and risk analysis.
• Develop employees in high-voltage operations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Analytical skills

Decision-making

Organizational skills

Education

Degree or diploma in electrical transmission and distribution maintenance

Tools

MS-Office

Engineering software

Job description

Title: Technical Expert, Transmission and Distribution

Requisition ID: 139377

Location: Papua, ID, 99967

Why You Should Apply For This Job:

Performs and manages activities associated with the Transmission and Distribution (T & D) organization within the PJP-Team for various O&M and project activities related to the high-voltage electrical transmission and distribution system in the Highland (HL) and Lowlands (LL).

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Support and help implement PJP safety programs, participate in pre-shift safety meetings, assist with risk analysis and SOP development and review. Observe work in progress to ensure safe work practices, correct unsafe practices or conditions, stop work if needed, and report safety issues.
2. Establish and maintain communication with PJP Management, T & D team, SCADA team, and engineering team. Serve as a technical resource for electrical transmission within these groups.
3. Support day-to-day T & D operations and maintenance activities, including transmission & distribution structures, lines, breakers, transformers, switches, and controls.
4. Lead T & D projects as the technical resource.
5. Develop PJP employees in high-voltage electrical operation and maintenance, including structures, lines, breakers, transformers, switches, and controls.
6. Support and lead routine maintenance planning for T & D activities, establishing communication with stakeholders.
7. Collaborate with other PJP departments and external teams to support electrical needs.
8. Recommend and implement improvements in electrical maintenance and testing practices.
9. Review electrical testing and inspection results, make recommendations for issues identified.

Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in electrical transmission and distribution maintenance with at least 10 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of power system design and application in transmission and distribution.
• Ability to review electrical drawings and manuals.
• Experience in work planning, execution, and control.
• Ability to develop team knowledge and skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and self-motivation.
• Proficiency in computer use, MS-Office, Excel, and engineering software is advantageous.
• Broad knowledge of electrical processes and equipment in power generation, transmission, and distribution.
• Analytical skills and decision-making capabilities.
• Organizational skills with delegation and mentoring abilities.
• Administrative and management skills.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written); willingness to learn Bahasa Indonesia.

Criteria/Conditions:

• COSCO promotes a drug/alcohol-free workplace through mandatory pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Positions considered safety-sensitive include those with safety training or operating company vehicles or equipment.

Benefits: Starting from the first day of employment include medical, dental, and vision insurance, relocation assistance, and ex-pat incentives.

COSCO is an equal opportunity employer.

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