Electrical High Voltage Specialist (Port Elizabeth)

Description

• To ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation, maintenance and repair of high-voltage electrical systems and equipment. The role is responsible for conducting inspections, preventative maintenance, fault finding, testing and commissioning to minimise equipment failures, reduce production downtime and ensure compliance with electrical Medium & High Voltage safety standards and applicable regulations.

Requirements
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect, maintain and repair high-voltage equipment, including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers and associated electrical systems.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance and inspections to identify potential faults and prevent equipment breakdowns.
• Diagnose electrical problems, investigate root causes and implement corrective actions to restore equipment reliability.
• Perform authorised high-voltage switching and isolation activities in accordance with approved safety procedures.
• Conduct electrical testing and assist with the installation and commissioning of high-voltage equipment.
• Ensure all work complies with electrical safety standards, legislation, risk assessments and company procedures.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to reduce failures and improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, test results and details of corrective actions.
• Guide and support the electrical team, provide technical advice regarding high voltage electrical equipment installed in substations and assist with training and development

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualification:

• Grade 12/Matric
• N4 - N6 or equivalent in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering
• Trade tested Fitter/ Electrical/ Millwright Medium & High Voltage Switching Competency

Experience:

• 8 years’ Engineering experience related to mechanical and electric repair and maintenance on equipment
• Experience in high-voltage electrical maintenance, testing and fault finding.
• Relevant high-voltage switching training and authorisation, as required for the role.
• Knowledge of electrical safety procedures, applicable regulations and maintenance practices