Chief Engineer at Eskom Communications

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.

Qualification(s):

• B.SC. Eng. Electrical
• Plus ECSA Professional Registration
• Master’s Degree count for 2 years’ experience
• Doctorate Degree count for 3 years’ experience

Experience:

• 15 years Post Graduate Engineering experience that includes 12 years’ experience specifically in the engineering aspects related to the Transformers
• Experience must include Mentoring of Trainee Engineer or Design Engineer
• Advanced Computer Skills including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power point, MS projects, CAD and FEA software (SolidWorks, Nastran, Patran, Marc or similar)
• Experience of Quality Management Systems and relevant ISO Standards
• Experience of the OHSA, Construction Regulations and Environmental Regulations