Power Supply and Distribution Technician at Alstom

DESCRIPTION

• At Alstom, our ambition is to be a global leader in the transportation sector, in the digital age. Leading the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, Alstom develops and markets integrated systems that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Alstom offers a complete range of equipment and services, from high-speed trains, metros, trams and e-buses to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions.
• At Bombela Maintenance, a subsidiary of Alstom, we employee 155 employees all working towards a common goal of becoming the best railway maintenance company. We are committed to consistently delivering a safe Gautrain, on time every time.
• Bombela Maintenance is looking to recruit 1 x PS&D Technician.
• The main purpose of this role is to operate, maintain, repair and test traction propulsion power substations, traction auto-transformer paralleling substations, uninterruptible power supply equipment and associated cabling and equipment. The role also includes limited activities related to OCDS on an ad-hoc basis.
• These roles will be based at the Gautrain Maintenance Depot in Midrand, Johannesburg. 

YOUR ROLE:

• Effective completion of works orders
• Effective inspections
• Efficient incident and disaster management
• Effective management of safety compliance
• Effective subcontractor management
• General maintenance tasks
• Effective internal and external stakeholder relationship management
• Effective teamwork and self-management

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 years experience in the maintenance and repair of high voltage AC electrical transmission, distribution and/or traction systems;
• Railway industry experience advantageous
• Sound knowledge of relevant safety regulations (Act 85 of OHSA), including electrical safety instructions 
• Knowledge of auto-paralleling traction system principles
• Sound knowledge of railway environment protection relays
• Knowledge of local and remote switching procedures as well as work permit and earthing practices
• Sound knowledge and experience of high voltage distribution systems, standards,  inspection cycles and maintenance practices
• Knowledge of traction powers system advantageous
• Specific knowledge of reading electrical schematics
• Ability to fault find electrical circuits
• Valid EB Driver’s License
• Flexibility to work shifts
• Willingness to be on standby
• Physical fitness
• Capable of working at heights
• Ability to see in colour (cannot be colour blind)
• Report writing experience advantageous
• Strong administration skills and management of production outputs and planning
• Good organisational and interpersonal skills
• Sound verbal and written communication skills
• South African citizen