Electrical Engineer at Air Products South Africa

Job Description

• We are seeking a qualified Electrical Engineer to join our On-Sites Operations department in Vanderbijlpark. Suitable candidates who meet the requirements are invited to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Overview & Key Responsibilities

• The Electrical Engineer will oversee day-to-day electrical maintenance and provide technical support to maintenance, operations, and project teams. The focus will be on ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation and maintenance of all electrical equipment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Maximize the utilization of Artisans and Artisan Assistants by reviewing maintenance priorities and assigning tasks.
• Participate in planning activities to ensure optimal manpower, materials, and methods are employed to minimize production disruptions.
• Develop and document detailed procedures for all aspects of electrical equipment.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives by implementing effective reliability strategies.
• Provide technical support to the On-Sites project department.
• Plan and control plant shutdowns by assessing long-term requirements, creating bar charts, and organizing both plant and contract labor. Initiate requirements for consumables and equipment spares by submitting store requisition cards and requirement lists to the stores administrator.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the maintenance and operation of electrical equipment.
• Proven experience with HV motors, switchgear, transformers, and substation maintenance.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering standards.
• Knowledge of protection relays and fault calculations.
• Familiarity with predictive maintenance practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Valid unendorsed driver’s license and own vehicle.