Position: Learning Programme – Learner Technician Position/Task Grade: TR2 Area of specialization: Electrical Engineering (Heavy/Light Current) Business Unit: Engineering - PTM Location: Witbank SCASS, Witbank AVR, Kusile P/S, Camden P/S, Matimba P/S, Matla P/S, Hendrina P/S, Arnot P/S, Lethabo P/S, Majuba P/S

·       Key Responsibilities

The incumbent will be afforded institutionalised and on-the-job training in protection, power electronics, excitation control (AVR) and SCASS, including the testing, maintenance and commissioning of this plant.

·       Skills and Competencies Required:

·       Leadership

·       Team player

·       Behavioural

·       Integrity

·       Professionalism

·       Customer focused

·       Knowledge

·       Knowledge of Eskom’s Policies and procedures

·       Theoretical knowledge within the field of study

·       Skill

·       Communication Skills

·       Sound interpersonal Skills

·       Negotiation Skills

·       Liaising Skills

·       Attributes

·       Politeness

·       Promptness

·       Energetic

·       Self-starter

·       Assertive

 

·       Ability to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical plant environment

·      Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation

·      Basic use of electrical test and measuring instruments

·       Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook)

·       Sound verbal and written communication skills

·       Problem solving, analytical thinking and attention to detail

·       Safety awareness and willingness to comply with Eskom safety rules

·       Willingness to learn, receive coaching and complete a structured training logbook

·       Medically fit and willing to work at heights, in confined spaces and in an operating power station environment

·       Willingness to travel and to be placed at any of the advertised locations

·       Valid driver’s licence (Code B) will be an added advantage

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