Take full overall responsibility for Engineering Department to provide a professional service, including new developments, designs, reverse engineering, special projects, and research and investigations related to Transformers. Task Grade: M18 Type: Permanent Department: Transformer and Switchgear Services - Engineering Location: Rosherville Position: x1

Key Responsibilities

·       Transformer design and specification approved technical designs, ratings, insulation levels, and compliance   with standards.

·       Installation and commissioning report verified setup, testing results, and readiness for operation.

·       Maintenance plans and schedule preventive and predictive maintenance programs to ensure reliability and  longevity.

·       Condition monitoring reports oil analysis (DGA), thermal performance, load analysis, and health assessments.

·       Fault analysis and root cause reports investigations of failures, with corrective and preventive actions.

·    Performance optimization recommendations efficiency improvements, load balancing, and loss reduction strategies.

·     Safety and compliance documentation adherence to electrical safety standards, risk assessments, and audit reports.

·     Project management deliverables timelines, budgets, procurement specifications, and contractor oversight for transformer projects.

·  Technical guidance and team leadership mentoring engineers, reviewing designs, and ensuring best engineering practices.

·       Asset lifecycle management plans refurbishment, upgrades, and replacement strategies for transformers.

 

Skills: 

·      Above average Technical Competency in Transformer Design 

·      Above average Strategic, Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

·      High level of Management Skills

·      High level Investigative Skills and Technical Negotiating Skills

·     High level of Computer Literacy in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point, MS Projects High level of skill in Design           and  Drawing software, including: AutoDesk Architectural,; Cadkey Drawing Package; CatmanEasy Data Capturing;     Material Database (JAHM;

·      MathCas; MSC Adams; MSC Dytran; MSC Easy5; MSC Enterprise MVision; MSC Mentat/Marc; MSC Patran/Nastran;       MSC Sofy; PDM Software; Solidworks; Stahlschluss el 2007 key to Steel (Material Database) and 3d scanning and           converting software.

·      Effective English Communication Skills, and able to communicate at all levels in the Organisation  

Knowledge:

·      Above average Engineering and Technical knowledge of Transformer

·      Knowledge of quality management systems and relevant ISO Standards

·      Knowledge of the OHSA, Construction Regulations and Environmental Regulation

 

Attributes:

·  Continuous Improvement Ensure that your Administration Document is current, and includes your objectives Ensure that all legal appointments are valid and in place for your area of control.

·    SHE Compliance; As a Section 8 & 9 appointee, you are to ensure that the duties of the employer as contemplated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 are properly discharged and all legal appointments are valid and in place for your area of control

·    Reduce Rework; Measure and report on Rework vs. Revenue for your department on a monthly basis ensure you reduce rework to less than 0.5% of your turnover.

·    ISO and OHSAS certification; Ensure that all activities are carried out as per the documented processes and comply with the requirements of ISO and OHSAS certificates.

·       Audit Rating; Maintain an audit score of less than 2 and/or receive no major audit findings

 

“If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”

 

“Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.  Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.  Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply for suitable positions.”

“If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”

 

“Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.  Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.  Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply for suitable positions.”