Senior Electrician; Bess - Mogobe

Overview

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Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Scatec has developed, built and operates solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions since 2007. We aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally, protect the environment and improve quality of life through innovative technology, and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for a Senior Electrician (Bess) in Kathu, Northern Cape, South Africa to be part of our global team working toward our vision – Improving our future. As our Electrician you will perform electrical work on the plant that includes modification, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems, as well as switching, isolation, earthing and LOTO duties as per authorisation level.

You will be required to support and provide training and supervision to junior personnel and to be the Authorized Person on Duty (APD) when the Technical Manager is off site.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical duties on the plant: modification, technical troubleshooting, repair, testing and maintenance of all facility electrical equipment, systems, and network communications.
• Complete routine safety documentation before every job including tailgate meetings, electrical work permits, etc.
• Perform switching, isolation, safety tests, earthing and LOTO duties as per authorisation level of the organizational ORHVS and Plant Safety Regulations (PSR).
• Perform OEM specific preventative and corrective maintenance tasks on BESS, trackers, and all other PV electrical equipment to adhere to warranty requirements and industry best practices.
• Interpret schematics and blueprints.
• Quality assurance checklists and inspections to document deficiencies and identify corrective actions needed.
• Daily digital reporting and documentation on the CMMS of maintenance activities of all facility electrical equipment, systems and spare parts.
• Control and perform monthly electrical equipment/instruments and tools inspections.
• Monitor and support the activities of the BESS Maintenance Contractor.
• Perform all maintenance activities on BESS in line with BESS contract training requirements.
• Assist in developing standard operating procedures and processes.
• Identify and provide feedback to issues and ongoing development of projects.
• Perform functions of Authorized Person and Responsible Person as per Plant requirements.
• HVAC duties: assist with installation and commissioning as per OEM specification; assist with work in modification, troubleshooting, repair, testing and maintenance of HVAC equipment and systems.
• Quality assurance checklists and inspections to document deficiencies and identify corrective actions needed.
• Assist and support the monitoring of all activities of the BESS Maintenance Contractor.
• Assist in performing all maintenance activities on BESS in line with BESS contract training requirements.
• Provide input and assist in developing standard operating procedures and processes for BESS.
• Supervise, train and evaluate junior electrical staff in associated duties.
• Support client training pre-COD and BESS training requirement post-COD.
• Perform general and ad-hoc duties: assist with reporting requirements and support any site audit as requested.
• Perform various HSSE related inspections and documentation.
• Report to Plant Management and perform Appointed Person on Duty (APD) functions when the Technical Manager is not on site.
• Perform general tasks as required on site.

Qualifications And Competencies

• N3 Qualification, Qualified Electrician and ORHVS qualification.
• Registered 3 phase installation electrician (SANS 10142); not single-phase tester.
• Computer literate – Excel & Word.
• 6+ years Electrical experience – AC & DC electrical systems.
• Solar PV Plant & BESS experience advantageous.
• Proven experience on MV & HV equipment troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to take ownership of electrical systems on the plant.
• High Voltage Switching and Solar PV Plant…