Senior Substation Electrician - HV & Traction Systems

Transnet SOC Ltd; Christiana; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Transnet SOC Ltd is seeking an experienced electrical artisan to maintain and troubleshoot high-voltage substations, traction power supplies and signalling equipment. You will inspect, test and repair 25kV/11kV systems, perform fault analysis and ensure safe operation in line with safety and business standards.

Responsibilities include servicing transformers, conducting pre-trip checks, and responding to emergency breakdowns.

Qualifications

• Grade 12/N3 with Trade Test Red Seal.
• Minimum 5 years experience as an artisan.
• Code B drivers’ license and willingness to drive such a vehicle.
• Passed 6.6kV and 11kV AC course or Electrical power systems course.
• Passed training on 3kV DC, 25kV AC, 50kV AC and Electrical power systems course.
• A red/brown certificate 6.6kV AC, 11kV AC, 25kV AC, 50kV AC and 3kV DC.
• Physically fit and medically fit.
• Good visual acuity.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, fault find, repair and maintain substations, traction power supplies and signalling systems to ensure reliability.
• Service and maintain HV circuit breakers, oil, SF6, vacuum breakers and detect leaks or faults.
• Service transformers and check earthing and secondary cable connections for integrity.
• Maintain 3kV DC rectifier and associated equipment and verify performance.
• Ensure PLC readings are interpreted to identify faults and trigger corrective actions.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and attend emergency breakdowns as required.
• Carry out 25kV maintenance, fault-finding on breakers, and transformer tap changer adjustments.
• Keep vehicle, tools and work area clean and organized.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

High voltage safety

Team leadership

Schematic diagrams

Report writing

Time management

Project management

Electrical systems

Safety policy

Education

Grade 12/N3

Trade Test – Red Seal

6.6kV/11kV AC courses

Tools

OBML modules

Job description

Transnet SOC Ltd is seeking an experienced electrical artisan to maintain and troubleshoot high-voltage substations, traction power supplies and signalling equipment. You will inspect, test and repair 25kV/11kV systems, perform fault analysis and ensure safe operation in line with safety and business standards.

Responsibilities include servicing transformers, conducting pre-trip checks, and responding to emergency breakdowns.