HV Electrical Utilities & Compliance Technician

Transnet SOC Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Transnet SOC Ltd seeks a utilities management professional to monitor high voltage networks, substations, depots and equipment for compliant operation and efficient energy use. Responsibilities include auditing electrical installations, conducting site inspections, reporting on energy saving initiatives and maintaining maintenance schedules within the utilities management framework.

A Diploma/engineering background with HV experience is preferred; willingness to travel and respond to call-outs

Qualifications

• NQF 6 National Diploma electrical or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• At least 3 - 5 years of relevant electrical/mechanical experience (HV/Electrical distribution networks recommended).
• Trade tested Artisan (Electrical) and Wireman’s license are requirements.
• Valid Driver’s license code EB.
• Prepared to travel long distances and be away from home for periods.

Responsibilities

• Investigate/audit electrical installations for issuing accurate utilities bill on a monthly basis.
• Physically carry out site inspections, troubleshooting and analyze meter data captured.
• Ensure Health and safety policies and regulations are adhered to, as recommended and advised according to electrical regulations and statutory requirements.
• Ensure quality control of workmanship and material by inspections and corrective action.
• Report writing and auditing energy saving initiatives.
• Maintain manuals, drawings and documents of utilities and other bulk electrical/water equipment.

Skills

Project management

Digital literacy

Data management

Safety practices

Interpersonal adaptability

Integrity and ethical conduct

Education

NQF 6 National Diploma electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Transnet SOC Ltd seeks a utilities management professional to monitor high voltage networks, substations, depots and equipment for compliant operation and efficient energy use. Responsibilities include auditing electrical installations, conducting site inspections, reporting on energy saving initiatives and maintaining maintenance schedules within the utilities management framework.

A Diploma/engineering background with HV experience is preferred; willingness to travel and respond to call-outs