Technology Engineer (Electrical Power Systems) at Bidvest Facilities Management

ROLE PURPOSE

The individual in this position will have the task of introducing and advancing innovative technology solutions within the company. The primary goal is to guarantee cost-effectiveness for our customers by implementing cutting-edge technology solutions and maintaining them optimally according to industry best practices. Additionally, will ensure adherence to all company, legal, and regulatory requirements.

MAIN OUTPUTS
 

• Lead, implement and manage the maintenance analysis and optimization to enhance efficiency of the maintenance strategy.
• Implementing and managing an engineering asset life cycle management system on a national level to improve total cost of ownership.
• Compiling scope of work for service contracts and managing proof of delivery to ensure operational, legal, and statutory compliance.
• Driving the introduction of new innovative technology solutions to ensure value for money for our customers.
• Develop and review operations and maintenance policies and procedures for improved operational efficiency to ensure adaptability and compliance in the operational environment.
• Develop, review, and enhance engineering asset assessment system for existing and prospective contracts.
• Identify and compile operational training material for maintenance staff.
• Approving designs (for high-priority buildings), specifications, and new technology implementations and ensure that the systems are tested and commissioned according to the applicable design standards. This will include applicable factory acceptance testing.
• Do, lead, and manage equipment/plant condition reports on a national basis as an input into the funding requirements and risk management processes.
• Do, lead, and manage new contract implementation to effect the necessary changes within the SAP data manager, engineering equipment instructions, and outlining the scope of work based on OEM requirements, maintenance strategies and funding required.
• Manage the discipline-specific asset database in SAP at a national level through the development, implementation, and maintenance of standardized and high-quality master data.
• Performing/leading specific equipment/plant failure/incident investigations, reporting and ensuring compliance with legal requirements for maintaining operational integrity and regulatory compliance. This includes advisory role to the different contracts/regions with respect to the statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in air conditioning, heat load and ventilation calculations.
• Provide Level 2 support with breakdowns and site reinstatement.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

The Applicant must meet the following requirements:

• B. Eng or BSc, or B Tech Degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current) or Electrical Trade with National-N-Diploma.
• Registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) will be an advantage.
• Registration with HVAC institutions.
• Grade 12
• Code B – Frequent traveling required
• 10 - 15 years’ experience in design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of Electrical (Heavy Current) systems; MV Switchgear, MV Transformers, Uninterruptable Power Systems and Solar systems

TECHNICAL / CORE COMPETENCIES

• Incident and failure investigation
• Technical Report Writing
• Functional specific training in (Electrical)
• Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM II) program
• Root-cause Analysis
• Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
• Discipline specific SANS codes and practices
• SLA Compliance Management
• Budget Management
• Building Regulations
• Computer Literate (MS Office Packages)
• SAP proficiency - CMMS
• Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations
• SANS 10142-1 & 2

FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES

• Result Orientation
• Business Acumen
• Customer/Client Focus
• Relationship Building & Networking
• Initiative/Proactive
• Courage & Decisiveness
• Dealing with ambiguity Listening
• Written Communication
• Problem Analysis
• Teamwork
• Medical fitness
• Judgment