Lead Technician, Electrical
ENGIE in South AfricaKathu, Northern Cape, South Africa30+ days ago
Job description15 years presence in South Africa First and largest Independent Power Producer (IPP) with more than 16 GW in operation Over 300 professionals Developed built and operate the first H2 plant in Africa at Mogalakwena mine Founding member of the Hydrogen valley initiative with Anglo American and the Department of Science and Technology Operational and Safety excellence across all sites Growth Market for ENGIE Avon & Dedisa Peaking Power (1005 MW OCGT) Xina Solar One (100 MW CSP) Kathu Solar Park (100 MW CSP) Aurora Wind (95 MW Onshore Wind) Golden Valley (117 MW Onshore Wind) Excelsior (32 MW Onshore Wind) Konkoonsies 2 (75 MW Solar PV) Aggeneys (40 MW Solar PV) MBP (75 MW Solar PV) Grootspruit (75 MW Solar PV) in construction Graspan (75 MW Solar PV) in construction OYA Hybrid (333 MW Solar / Wind / BESS) in construction For more information please visit : PURPOSE To ensure plant Electrical equipment is maintained as per Procedures documented in the Maintenance Management System (Maximo / SAP) and as per instructions of the Maintenance Manager and Electrical Engineer To assist the Electrical Engineer and Technicians in ensuring that all Electrical equipment is well maintained or operated and all issued tasks of planned and unplanned work are completed on time. MAIN ACTIVITIES The role is responsible to support in managing all maintenance activities associated with defect and planned maintenance through a team of technicians technical assistants and external contractors; Determines and schedules the manpower tools and spares requirements for each maintenance activity; Support the Electrical Engineer in administering the Preventative Maintenance Program for the plant; Generates reports (log sheets / check sheets timesheets overtime hours) as necessary for the maintenance plan; Assign review and complete work orders generated in Maximo as directed by the Electrical Engineer; Ensure that all maintenance of equipment is in accordance with OEM Manuals for the equipment; Review maintenance procedures and amend where improvement is needed; Day to day plant efficient management of maintenance activities according to good utility practice company policies and procedures legal contractual and other requirements; Participate in the facility QA / AC Root Cause Analysis program; Supports reliable and accessible 24-hour call-out functionality; Attempts all possible means of reducing equipment downtime and ensuring high Plant availability; Performs troubleshooting activities as necessary along with the Electrical Engineer technician and assistants and supporting contractor resources to determine failure conditions and rectifies the defects found; Records and reports to the Electrical Engineer all rectification jobs undertaken; Works with Plant Operations Personnel for resolving problems encountered with equipment under the guidance of the Electrical Engineer;. Discussed and schedule planned and unplanned jobs undertaken with the Electrical Engineer; Assist the Electrical Engineer in planning daily jobs; Ensures necessary tooling is available at work sites during performance on any job; Reports loss of tools or damage to any tools to the Electrical Engineer; Uses correct tools for each job and informs the Electrical Engineer of any requirement for tools; Ensures necessary tooling is available at work sites during performance on any job and that tools are in good working order; Assumes ownership of plant equipment and strives to keep them in the best possible condition; Ensure that there is a Permit to work (taken by the technician) for each job; Keep and maintain timeous maintenance reports of work conducted as planned or ad hoc as required for maintenance improvements; Ensure electrical test instruments and equipments are maintained tested and calibrated as required for all legal and industry practice standards. The Job Holder will work in a controlled hazardous environment . Work Level 4 : the tasks that he / she performs as part of their daily work activities represent a risk of accidents of medium kind that can generate permanent consequences (burns mutilations irreversible wounds). Traffic / automobile accidents ergonomic problems and accidents; Risks inherent to the job of the Electrical Technician while performing inspections site visits operations and maintenance activities etc. The Job Holder is entitled to apply PPE such as h ard hat / safety helmet ear protection (plugs or ear muffs)safety glasses safety shoes dust mask cotton coveralls safety gloves respiratory mask. Such PPE will aid in preventing hazards that are inherent to the job. Internal : The Maintenance Operation and HSE & Support Functions External : Other Contractual Counterparties Contractors Suppliers and Vendors. Degree / NDiploma in Mechatronics / Electrical / Instrumentation and Control / Computer SystemsEngineering; Trade Test (Electrical) Relevant Management qualification(MDP is and added advantage); PR Eng Technician ECSA accreditation(Advantageous); Drivers License; 2-3 years of experience in the maintenance of a Power Plant Oil & Gas Mining and Mineral Processing Petrochemical or in the Chemical Industry in the capacity as Lead Technician / Master Artisan Electrician; 1 -2 years of experience in the maintenance of a Power Plant Oil & Gas Petrochemical or in the Chemical Industry in the capacity as a Technician / Artisan; Experience in computerized maintenance management system and maintenance and repair of major equipment; Operational plant or construction site experience will serve as advantages; Permit to work knowledge Plant hazards and Emergency scenarios will serve as advantages. Ability to self-driven and proactive works well in teams self-awareness organizational awareness and effective problem solving; Ability to prioritize and do effective decision making; Maintains high ethics standards learning agility and technical or system savvy To motivate and be a leader of team and individual team members; Respect to others as well as the cultural diversity have a positive or can do attitude and meet and / or exceed expectations Excellent communication skills both written and verbal in English; Must have a high degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Databases Word processors Spreadsheets PowerPoint and Maximo other EPS such as (Oracle or SAP) or equivalent. Highly proactive and self-motivated. Must have good interpersonal skills. Must be able to think clearly and respond calmly in emergency situations; Must have excellent organizational skills; Demonstrates skills in the use of tools test equipment and calibration appliances; Working knowledge of Environmental Regulations as they pertain to the operations and maintenance of an energy generating facility. Must have a high degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Databases Word processors Spreadsheets PowerPoint and Maximo other EPS such as (Oracle or SAP) or equivalent English Language : Good command of oral and written English is an advantage. The compensation will be market related Incomplete CVs and / or applications will not be considered. Your CV should be accompanied by your supporting documents . Closing Date : 26September 2025. Please use this link to apply : Our vacancies ENGIE (click on : OFFRES DEMPLOI)
LEAD TECHNICIAN ELECTRICAL : ENGIE Kathu Operations (Internal / External)
1. JOB DETAILS : Position Title :
Lead Technician - Electrical Kathu
Reports to : Maintenance Manager
Department : Maintenance
Period : Permanent
Location
Kathu Northern Cape South Africa
2. BACKGROUND :
ENGIE is a major player in the energy transition whose purpose is to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral economy. With 98000 employees in 30 countries the Group covers the entire energy value chain from production to infrastructures and sales. ENGIE combines complementary activities : renewable electricity and green gas production flexibility assets (notably batteries) gas and electricity transmission and distribution networks local energy infrastructures and the supply of energy to individuals local authorities and businesses. Every year ENGIE works to drive forward the energy transition and achieve its net-zero carbon goal by 2045. The Group has been present in Africa for over 50 years.
ENGIE provides expertise in four (4) Global Business Units :
- Renewables & Flex Power - Delivering greener and smarter electrons through renewable energy and flexible power solutions.
- Local Energy Infrastructures - Support customers in achieving significant decarbonisation goals.
- Networks - Expanding and adapting power and gas infrastructure to accommodate the transition to green molecules.
- Supply & Energy Management - Leveraging ENGIEs global energy assets to deliver secure sustainable energy to customers.
About ENGIE in South Africa :
In South Africa ENGIE has a growing involvement and portfolio of operational assets :
3. JOB PURPOSE :
Kathu Operations is a 100 MW greenfield Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) project with parabolic trough technology and equipped with a molten salt storage system that allows 4.5 hours of thermal energy storage and thus limits the intermittent nature of solar energy
4. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & PURPOSE OF THE JOB :
5. HEALTH & SAFETY
Work Levels and Conditions and Risks :
Exposure to Risks :
Recommended Personal Protective Equipment :
6. COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
The Job Holder will work and communicate with :
7. QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Essential Qualifications :
Experience :
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Remuneration :
Additional Information :
By submitting anypersonalinformation to the Company the candidate unconditionally and voluntarily consentsto the processing of the submitted personal information for any and all purposes related torecruitment.
Required Experience :
IC
Key Skills
Electrical Experience,Industrial Equipment,Industrial Maintenance,NEC,HVAC,Mechanical Knowledge,Renovation,Schematics,Maintenance,High Voltage,Programmable Logic Controllers,Troubleshooting
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
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