Technician Utilities

Technician: Utilities

Position Purpose

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 capturedEnsure Health and safety policies and regulations are adhered to as recommend and advise according to electrical regulations and statutory requirementsEnsure quality control of workmanship and material by inspections and corrective actionReport writingAudit energy saving initiativesEnsure manuals drawings and documents of utilities and other relevant bulk electrical and water equipment are provided updated and safely storedEnsure 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 networkSupport the inter-OD discussion around their loading profiles and providing guidance on solutions to improve impact on efficiency of electrical networkMonitor the utilities billing and recovery against identified unavailable networks to ensure accurate recovery of costs incurred during period where networks were unavailableLead 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 ActLead the OHS Act 85 3-monthly meetings with relevant stakeholders to identify prioritise and address risks to the electrical distribution networkContribute 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 ofstrategic utilities management projectsProvide technical input to the Project Management Office with respect to requirements of equipmentand material to be used on utilities management projects. This will ensure alignment of projects with long-term utilities strategy initiativesMonitor Life Cycle Asset Management principles and processes based on asset registerProvide 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 Wiremans license are requirements Valid Drivers 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 management

Competencies

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 reporting

Equity Statement

Preference 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.

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