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Grid Specialist - Cape Town

Grid Specialist - Cape Town

TOTAL Deutschland GmbHSouth Africa
14 days ago
Job description

Overview

Employer company TotalEnergies Renewables Southern Africa

Domain Industrial Projects, Maintenance / Inspection / Technology, Operations

Type of contract Regular position

Experience Minimum 10 years

TotalEnergies gross low-carbon power generation capacity worldwide is currently close to 10 gigawatts. TotalEnergies targets 35 GW of a renewable generation capacity in 2025 and will continue to expand its business to become a leading international player in renewable energies with a target of 100 GW by 2030.

About TotalEnergies Renewables International Middle-East & Africa (TTE-RI MEA) :

  • Very competitive environment with Tier 1 renewables developers’ competitors;
  • Very large Projects – up to 2GWp.

About TotalEnergies Renewables International (TTE-RI) :

  • TERI operates in a strong growth and highly competitive environment.
  • TERI maintains a high growth rate, both organic and by acquisitions, on a global geographical scope, often relying on tight schedule complex transactions with high financial, legal and execution stakes.
  • These stakes require permanent coordination with business entities, the Branch and Company.

    Activities

    This is an electrical engineering position responsible to act as TERSA’s main liaison with Eskom, and to lead / advise the company on any matters relating to Eskom.

    Key responsibilities :

  • During Business and Project Development : research the current status and future grid plans of Eskom; support the team involved in agreements with Eskom; lead the IGCAR and BQ process from TERSA or the SPV side; manage the process of procuring access to transmission and grid infrastructure with Eskom or such other Governmental Authorities; provide technical support to the engineering team (design and budget); provide support to the team negotiating construction agreements.
  • During Execution : responsible for advising relevant projects, including high-voltage, interconnection and Grid Code Compliance; interface with owner’s engineer (OE), sponsors, legal advisors and lenders legal and technical advisors (LLA & LTA), contractors, Eskom / Grid Operator, NERSA, RETEC, etc. during financial close process, construction and Grid Code compliance testing.
  • Review the Contractor Self-built design during design review process (concept and detailed design).
  • Support the team on site during the Grid compliance testing.
  • Ensuring comprehensive and well drafted Employers Requirements / Specifications (and other contractual schedules) which are well integrated with the relevant EPC agreements, covering the Self-built works.
  • With TotalEnergies head office, ensure approval of all relevant suppliers.
  • Advise the team on suitable construction contractors.
  • Participation in the improvement of procedures.
  • Prepare management presentations and generate periodic reports relevant to the scope as outlined in this JD.
  • Such other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope of the position.
  • The role description should develop along with the changing demands of the projects’ objectives and priorities.
  • Candidate Profile

  • Ideally BEng / BSc / BS (Electrical)
  • 8+ years’ experience, specifically covering the interaction with Eskom outlined in the JD above
  • Experienced in contract negotiation
  • Awareness and understanding of the relevant technical codes, regulations and standards relating to the development of renewable energy projects in South Africa.
  • Detailed understanding of the South African Grid Code and the South African Grid Code Compliance process as well as existing relationship with Eskom, RETEC, NERSA and the Grid Operator
  • Detailed understanding of the Eskom BQ and IGCAR process.
  • Ability to balance and prioritize multiple, complex tasks.
  • Ability to analyze, manage and present data
  • Requires an organised approach to working, task prioritisation and time management.
  • Commercial mindset and experience with optimizing overall business from a technical design and execution perspective
  • Take ownership of meeting deadlines and drive tasks to completion.
  • Strong initiative and the ability to proactively identify required tasks.
  • Able to work independently and in groups
  • Excellent interpersonal skills that establish and promote effective relationships
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Powerpoint
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Interest in renewable energy projects
  • Willingness to travel and spend time on site
  • A valid Driver’s license
  • Additional Information

    TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

    TotalEnergies is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants that meet the specified criteria will receive consideration for employment without discriminating unfairly on any arbitrary ground, including but not limited to race, gender, sex, ethnic or social origin, colour, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious conscience belief, political opinion, culture, language, marital status, or family responsibility.

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