Senior Technician Secondary Plant

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, based at Rustenburg (Trident Substation), is seeking a qualified technician to maintain and operate the secondary plant. You will be responsible for planned maintenance, fault investigations, and safety management to ensure uninterrupted power supply.

The role requires 3 years of technical experience and a National Diploma in Electrical disciplines. You will collaborate with the Northern Grid team in a challenging, safety-conscious environment and contribute to

Qualifications

• Communication skills are essential for coordinating with teams and stakeholders.
• OT (Operational Technology) skills for monitoring and controlling plant systems.
• Strong technical knowledge and analytical ability to diagnose electrical equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Planned maintenance of secondary plant to ensure reliability.
• Conduct audits and inspections of equipment and processes.
• Perform breakdown maintenance as required to restore operation quickly.
• Lead fault investigations to improve system performance and reduce downtime.
• Handle administrative tasks related to maintenance planning and documentation.
• Uphold safety and risk management standards at all times.

Skills

Communication

OT skills

Technical knowledge

Interpersonal relations

Education

National Diploma / National N Diploma Electrical at NQF 6 with 240 Credits

Job description

Area of specialization: To ensure that the secondary plant is operated and maintained in a safe and effective manner in order that a continuity of supply is sustained or enhanced and that regional and organisational objectives are met. Position/Task Grade: T12 Department: Secondary Plant Business Unit: Northern Grid Location: Rustenburg (Trident Substation)

Key Responsibilities

• Planned maintenance


• Audits


• Breakdown Maintenance


• Secondary Plant Performance Enhancement/Fault Investigations


• Administration


• Safety and Risk Management

Skills and Competencies Required

Behavioural

• Professionalism


• Integrity

Leadership

• Coaching and mentoring


• Team Player


• Developing

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Eskom’s procedures and standards


• Knowledge of Eskom’s business and financial procedures


• Knowledge of statutory/legislative requirements


• Knowledge of network, plant and equipment


• Basic understanding of Secondary Plant Systems

Skills

• Communication


• Computer/Operational Technology (OT) skills


• Technical Knowledge and analytical skills to diagnose problems in electrical equipment or systems and develop appropriate solutions


• Interpersonal relations

Qualification(s):

• National Diploma / National N Diploma Electrical at NQF 6 with 240 Credits

Experience:

• 3 Years Technical experience

Disclaimer:

“If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”

“Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals andtargets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.”

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