Technician: Utilities

Transnet SOC Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Transnet SOC Ltd seeks a utilities management professional to monitor high voltage networks, substations, depots and equipment for compliant operation and efficient energy use. Responsibilities include auditing electrical installations, conducting site inspections, reporting on energy saving initiatives and maintaining maintenance schedules within the utilities management framework.

A Diploma/engineering background with HV experience is preferred; willingness to travel and respond to call-outs

Qualifications

• NQF 6 National Diploma electrical or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• At least 3 - 5 years of relevant electrical/mechanical experience (HV/Electrical distribution networks recommended).
• Trade tested Artisan (Electrical) and Wireman’s license are requirements.
• Valid Driver’s license code EB.
• Prepared to travel long distances and be away from home for periods.

Responsibilities

• Investigate/audit electrical installations for issuing accurate utilities bill on a monthly basis.
• Physically carry out site inspections, troubleshooting and analyze meter data captured.
• Ensure Health and safety policies and regulations are adhered to, as recommended and advised according to electrical regulations and statutory requirements.
• Ensure quality control of workmanship and material by inspections and corrective action.
• Report writing and auditing energy saving initiatives.
• Maintain manuals, drawings and documents of utilities and other bulk electrical/water equipment.

Skills

Project management

Digital literacy

Data management

Safety practices

Interpersonal adaptability

Integrity and ethical conduct

Education

NQF 6 National Diploma electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Monitor TP Utilities Management Service Systems That Include The Water, And Electrical Energy Utilization. Monitor The Substations, High Voltage Distribution Networks, Depots, And Equipment To Realize The Following

• Efficient and Effective contracting, distribution, and utilisation of electrical supply;
• Improve Power Factor Correction methods to reduce reactive power wastage;
• Improve Network Availability Reporting to proactively identify electrical distribution network risks and increase the security of electrical supply to satisfy the requirements of the Transnet business strategy
• Reduce electrical expenditure

Monitor Substations and High Voltage Distribution Network compliance with relevant Acts, Standards, Regulations, Codes of Practises through the following;

• Monitor strategies to ensure Compliance with the Electricity Supply Act,
• Ensure Compliance with the OHS Act,
• Monitor Planned Maintenance and report non-conformance issues
• Monitor the implementation of strategic projects for the improvement of the utilities management
• Monitor Life Cycle Asset Management strategies

Position Outputs

Investigate / audit electrical installations for issuing accurate utilities bill on a monthly basis; Physically carry out site inspections, troubleshooting and analyze meter data captured Ensure Health and safety policies and regulations are adhered to, as recommend and advise according to electrical regulations and statutory requirements Ensure quality control of workmanship and material by inspections and corrective action Report writing Audit energy saving initiatives Ensure manuals, drawings and documents of utilities and other relevant bulk electrical and water equipment are provided, updated and safely stored Ensure maintenance philosophies (preventive, predictive and breakdown) for the bulk utilities infrastructure are adequately followed. Developing and maintaining maintenance schedules; Record keeping of all documentation including statutory inspections.

Support the assessment and management of risks associated with dependence on non-utility supplier distribution networks, in order to ensure all distribution networks are supplied by recognised utilities suppliers (Municipality/ESKOM) Lead in analysis of Power Factor Correction to reduce wastage from electrical distribution network Support the inter-OD discussion around their loading profiles and providing guidance on solutions to improve impact on efficiency of electrical network Monitor the utilities billing and recovery against identified unavailable networks, to ensure accurate recovery of costs incurred during period where networks were unavailable Lead in identifying, quantifying and reporting on the cost factors that make up the utilities billing from suppliers (Municipality/ESKOM) Monitor compliance with the Electricity and Water Supply Act, by engaging with all relevant stakeholders to monitor utilities management compliance

Support the implementation of relevant modifications to existing High Voltage electrical infrastructure to ensure compliance with Electricity Supply Act Lead the OHS Act 85 3-monthly meetings with relevant stakeholders to identify, prioritise and address risks to the electrical distribution network Contribute accurately to the utilities monthly report Maintain and monitor maintenance activities to obtain a 70%/20%/10% split between Preventative Maintenance/Corrective Maintenance and Unplanned/Emergency Maintenance for all utilities infrastructure

Contribute in the engagements with the Project Management Office on the implementation of strategic utilities management projects Provide technical input to the Project Management Office, with respect to requirements of equipment and material to be used on utilities management projects. This will ensure alignment of projects with long-term utilities strategy initiatives Monitor Life Cycle Asset Management principles and processes, based on asset register Provide support in change management with regards to replacement of old assets and the updating of relevant Life Cycle Asset Management principles

Qualifications and Experience

• NQF 6 National Diploma electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• At least 3 - 5 years (post training) of relevant electrical/mechanical experience. (High Voltage/Electrical Distribution Networks is recommended).
• Trade tested Artisan (Electrical) and Wireman’s license are requirements
• Valid Driver’s license code EB.
• Prepared to travel long distances in a variety of transport modes
• Being away from home for periods of time;
• Respond to call outs and willingness to work hours as circumstances and situations require
• Project managementCompetencies
• Self Management
• Operational Execution
• Business Acumen
• Results Driven
• Judgement & Decision Making
• Planning & Execution
• Technical Credibility
• Digital Literacy
• Data Management
• Customer focus
• Managing Risk
• Stress Management
• Self-awareness
• Learning Orientation
• Resilience
• Grit
• Personal Brand
• Self Discipline
• Accountability
• Time Management
• Positive thinking
• Goal Setting
• Interpersonal Adaptability
• Adaptability
• Ethical Leadership
• Team Inspiration
• Living the Transnet Values
• Governance, risk and Compliance (GRC) Strategy
• Performance Culture Review
• Integrity and ethical conduct
• Safety Practices
• GRC Performance Strategies
• Monitoring and reportingEquity StatementPreference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.