Senior Vibration Specialist

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd in Gauteng seeks a Senior Vibration Specialist to deliver specialized machinery vibration monitoring and diagnostic services for power generation plants, including remote online systems and on-site balancing.

The role requires extensive experience in condition monitoring, vibration analysis, and balancing, with travel across the country and a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• S4 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with minimum ten years related experience.
• National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with minimum fifteen years related experience.
• Experience in vibration monitoring and diagnostics for large power generation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide reliable vibration monitoring and diagnostic services.
• Lead technical investigations and drive improvements in vibration technology.
• Develop and mentor vibration specialist skills within the team.
• Ensure safety and quality compliance across projects.

Skills

Condition monitoring

Balancing

Vibration analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

S4 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CSI OilView

CSI MotoView

DM2000

System 1 EVO

Alstom EPRO

Job description

Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply

Job category: Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing

Location: Gauteng

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Position: Senior Vibration Specialist Area of specialization: Take full responsibility to provide a Specialised machinery vibration monitoring and diagnostic service on power generation related plant, through remote on line systems including routine and non-routine vibration analysis, Machinery diagnostics and remote or on site in situ balancing services.Task Grade: M14Type of Vacancy: Internal & ExternalDepartment: EngineeringBusiness Unit: Turbo Gen ServicesLocation: RoshervilleNo of Positions:X1

Skills

• Above average skills in condition monitoring methods, hardware and software related to turbo generator and associated auxiliary plant
• Above average skill in multi plane balancing of Large Turbo Generators
• Above average strategic, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Management and interpersonal skills
• High level investigative skills and technical negotiating skills
• High level of computer Literacy in MS Word, Ms Excel, MS Power Point, and relevant vibration monitoring hardware and software
• Effective English communication skills and able to communicate at all levels in the organization

Knowledge

• Above average knowledge of condition monitoring techniques, methods, hardware and software related to turbo generator and associated auxiliary plant
• Knowledge of quality management systems and relevant ISO Standards
• Knowledge of the OHSA, Construction regulations and Environmental Regulations

Attributes

• Must have strong customer orientation.
• Must be innovative, honest, reliable and be able to report the facts to management.
• The incumbent will be required to travel extensively nationally and internally based on business requirements.
• Must have the ability to work independently and effectively lead and direct a team of specialists.

SHEQ Responsibilities

• Continuous improvement: Ensure that your administration Document is current and include your SHEQ objectives to ensure that all legal appointments are valid and in place for your area of control.
• SHEQ Compliance: As a Section 8 & 9 appointee, you are to ensure that the duties of the employer as contemplated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 are properly discharged and all legal appointments are valid and in place for your area control.
• Reduce work: Measure and report on Rework vs. Revenue for your department monthly and ensure you reduce rework to less than 0.5% of your turnover.
• ISO and OHSAS Certification: Ensure that all activities are carried out.
• Audit Rating: Maintain an audit score of less than 2 and/or receive no major audit findings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide an effective and reliable specialised machinery vibration monitoring and diagnostic service.
• Provide specialised, technical investigation and technology improvement services
• Assist with the development and enhancement of vibration specialist skills
• Business Plan Objectives
• Safety Health Environment and Quality
• Key Relationship Management
• Performance and Development

Qualification(s) :

• S4 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with minimum ten(10) Years related experience
• National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with minimum fifteen (15) Years related experience

Experience :

• Experience Specifically related to the Engineering Aspect of Vibration Monitoring and Diagnostics, on large power Generation steam and gas Turbo generator plant including
• CSI RBM Ware; CSI OilView ,CSI MotoView;
• On-Line Systems (DM2000 and System 1 EVO, and Alstom EPRO, PiBook),
• Velocity and Displacement probe locations
• Orientations on the units, vibration protection capabilities I.e. interfacing with DCS, alarms and trips settings.
• Vibration Monitoring and analysis, multi shaft balancing, Tribology, Thermography, Laser Alignment and ultrasound vibration Testing
• Experience of quality management systems and relevant ISO standards
• Experience of the OHSA, construction Regulations and Environmental Regulation

Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, 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.Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply for suitable positions

Eskom is committed to providing a smoke-free environment for its employees and visitors at the workplace.