Substation Maintenance Electrician

We are seeking a highly skilled Substation Maintenance Electrician to join our dynamic team at Siemens Energy . You will be responsible for the maintenance and operation of Electrical Balance of Plant (EBOP) components, including high-voltage substations and overhead lines. You will monitor the power plant via the Client’s Monitoring System, conduct inspections, perform testing, install and maintain MV / HV electrical systems, and produce weekly reports for the Project Manager.

Candidates must be based in or near Garob, Soetwater, or Karusa (Western / Northern Cape), or willing to relocate.

Key Responsibilities :

Conduct daily inspections, testing, and maintenance of MV / HV substation systems.

Ensure reliable operation of 132kV loop-in / loop-out connections.

Monitor plant performance and report operational data.

Comply with OH&S and ORHVS procedures and standards.

Serve as the technical advisor on site.

Maintain safety protocols in live substation environments.

Required Skills and Experience :

Red Seal qualified Electrician (after minimum N2 & completed apprenticeship).

3+ years’ experience on Medium Voltage (MV) or High Voltage (HV) systems (3.3kV – 33kV+).

ORHVS trained and certified Responsible Person (RP).

Technical proficiency in substation drawings and EBOP systems.

Valid driver’s license and good written communication skills.