Substation Maintenance Technician

Substation Maintenance Technician

Contractor in Lephalale Limpopo

Experienced technician for substation electrical systems maintenance

Substation Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Location: Lephalale, Limpopo

Contractor Role Reporting to Operations

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Substation Maintenance Technician to provide operational, preventative, and corrective maintenance support on medium- and high-voltage substation electrical systems.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform operational and preventative maintenance on substation electrical equipment.
• Conduct corrective maintenance and fault-finding activities.
• Assist with updates, upgrades, and performance optimization of substation equipment and systems.
• Perform inspections, testing, and maintenance per approved procedures.
• Assist with installation, modification, and commissioning of electrical equipment.
• Work on MV and HV electrical systems, including systems such as 3.3kV, 6.6kV, 11kV, and 33kV.
• Support maintenance of Electrical Balance of Plant (EBoP) within the HV transmission environment.
• Identify electrical faults, provide technical solutions, and maintain accurate records.
• Prepare and submit technical and service reports.
• Monitor equipment condition, report potential failures, and ensure contractual compliance.
• Liaise with clients, act as technical representative, and escalate issues appropriately.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years' electrical experience and practical knowledge of MV systems.
• Experience in substation maintenance, EBoP, and electrical drawings interpretation.
• Driver's license, computer literacy, and willingness to travel.
• Must be medically fit for industrial/substation environment.

Advantageous Qualifications

The following will be highly advantageous:

• Previous substation maintenance experience.
• Working safety within live substations.
• Experience with HV and MV electrical equipment.
• Valid ORHVS Certificate and ECSA registration.
• Knowledge of Construction Regulations and major electrical equipment manufacturers.

Technical Knowledge

Understanding of MV and HV electrical systems, EBoP, maintenance procedures, fault finding, and occupational health & safety.

Safety Responsibilities

Compliance with OH&S policies, site-specific safety instructions, and safety procedures.

Customer Responsibilities

Respond to customer requirements, provide technical support, communicate clearly, and maintain professional relationships.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge, fault-finding abilities, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, safety awareness, and ability to work under pressure.
• Good planning, organizational skills, and customer service approach.

Key Performance Areas

Effective maintenance, safety compliance, timely reporting, fault resolution, and client engagement.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is experienced in substation maintenance, safety-focused, technically competent, and able to provide reliable support in live substation environments.