Planner (Electrical)

Southey Contracting Offshore Division; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the electrical engineering sector seeks an experienced professional for planning and technical assessment in field services. The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of MV switchgear, strong report writing skills, and a good grasp of power distribution networks. This role requires a National diploma in Electrical Engineering and significant experience in the industry, ensuring effective support for site operations and project planning.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in medium voltage switchgear industry.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in planning.
• Working knowledge of Mine and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Planning of day-to-day activities for field services and projects.
• On-site technical assessment and assistance.
• Compile schedules on Microsoft Projects.

Skills

Knowledge of MV Switchgear

Understanding of power distribution networks

Report writing

Education

Trade test or National diploma in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Planning of day-to-day activities for field services and active projects and schedule work.

On-site technical assessment and assistance.

Must have extensive knowledge of MV Switchgear and mini substations, both mechanical and electrical.

Extensive knowledge of servicing, installation of MV Switchgear.

Must have a good understanding of power distribution networks.

Report writing, and interpretation of test certificates and results.

Must be willing to assist field services team on site from time to time whenever required.

Keep electronic documents updated.

Attend to site visits and scoping.

Compile schedules on Microsoft projects.

Enhance the sales of the branch.

Minimum requirements :

Trade test or National diploma in Electrical Engineering.

5-10 years' experience in medium voltage switchgear industry.

Min 4 years' experience in planning.

Working knowledge of Mine and Safety regulations.