Substation Maintenance Electrician

Fact; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a highly skilled Substation Maintenance Electrician to join their dynamic team. The role involves the maintenance and operation of Electrical Balance of Plant (EBOP) components, including high-voltage substations and overhead lines. Ideal candidates will possess a Red Seal qualification and have at least 3 years' relevant experience in medium and high voltage systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience on Medium Voltage (MV) or High Voltage (HV) systems (3.3kV – 33kV+).
• ORHVS trained and certified Responsible Person (RP).

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections, testing, and maintenance of MV/HV substation systems.
• Ensure reliable operation of kV loop-in/loop-out connections.
• Serve as the technical advisor on site and maintain safety protocols.

Skills

Technical proficiency in substation drawings

Good written communication skills

Education

Red Seal qualified Electrician

Completed apprenticeship

N2 qualification

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Substation Maintenance Electrician to join our dynamic team at Siemens Energy.

You will be responsible for the maintenance and operation of Electrical Balance of Plant (EBOP) components, including high-voltage substations and overhead lines.

You will monitor the power plant via the Client's Monitoring System, conduct inspections, perform testing, install and maintain MV / HV electrical systems, and produce weekly reports for the Project Manager.Candidates must be based in or near Garob, Soetwater, or Karusa (Western / Northern Cape), or willing to relocate.

Key Responsibilities : Conduct daily inspections, testing, and maintenance of MV / HV substation systems.Ensure reliable operation of kV loop-in / loop-out connections.Monitor plant performance and report operational dataply with OH&S and ORHVS procedures and standards.Serve as the technical advisor on site.Maintain safety protocols in live substation environments.

Required Skills and Experience : Red Seal qualified Electrician (after minimum N2 & completed apprenticeship).3+ years' experience on Medium Voltage (MV) or High Voltage (HV) systems (3.3kV – 33kV+).ORHVS trained and certified Responsible Person (RP).Technical proficiency in substation drawings and EBOP systems.Valid driver's license and good written communication skills.