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Electrical Maintenance Superintendent
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PURPOSE OF JOB
Responsible for managing all aspects of the Electrical Maintenance Department.
This includes managing the upkeep of all manufacturing electrical systems, managing the maintenance budget and resources, and assisting in the design and installation of new electrical systems.
This position is responsible for managing multiple shifts of Maintenance Supervisors and Electricians.
Must be proficient in the design, implementation, and maintenance of LV and MV electrical systems.
Have extensive knowledge of substations, transformers, MCC systems, furnaces, vacuum circuit breakers, VSDs, PLCs and protection relay systems .
Skilled in PLC fault finding, fault diagnostics, root cause and failure mode analysis (RCA/FMEA), and condition monitoring.
Expertise in switchgear solutions to improve system reliability and operational efficiency.
Ability to optimize voltage distribution and integrate electrical systems for enhanced performance.
Proficient in panel wiring
DESCRIPTION OF TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs maintenance management by supervising electrical personnel and establishing priorities in maintenance schedules.
Maintains manufacturing electrical systems and facility, parts inventory, monitoring purchase orders, invoice approvals, and manages the department budget.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage the electrical maintenance team, contractors, budgets, cost control, and compliance
Performs Performance Evaluations on direct reports at least twice a year.
Drive preventive maintenance strategies aligned with RCM (Reliability-Centered Maintenance) principles to improve equipment availability and minimize downtime.
Performs other duties by coordinating work with outside inspections, providing project management, ensuring safety of personnel, and performing other duties as required.
Managing, maintaining, and establishing maintenance procedures for production lines to ensure production meets or performs better than budget.
Developing and maintaining quality standards.
Developing and maintaining associate safety standards.
Develop associate and supervisor skills by conducting technical training meetings; one-on-one development sessions/mentorship; external technical skills training; and establishing and monitoring performance reviews for supervisors.
Setting and maintaining departmental budget by reviewing financial statements; monitoring line efficiencies; labor cost; and other expenses.
Participate in designing and developing future production capacities by attending design meetings; coordinating with R&D regarding product changes and improvements; and updating maintenance operating procedures and schedules accordingly.
Apply the principles of PLAN, LEAD, ORGANISE and CONTROL in the department.
Ensure that work carried out by the electrical department complies with good engineering practices and standards and conforms to relevant SABS and OHS Act codes.
Plan, control, and execute preventative maintenance schemes in conjunction with superiors.
Ensure that ALL electrical systems are adequately protected to prevent damage to equipment.
Ensure that ALL electrical systems are always safe and do not cause any harm to employees.
Promote safety, provide safety talks, and rectify unsafe conditions.
Ensure that ALL statutory inspections are carried out correctly and on time.
Liaise with managers, supervisors, and operators to ensure all work is completed correctly and on time without unnecessary delays.
Plan and organize shutdown work including labor requirements.
Undertake research and provide technical support and advice as needed.
Work involves daily exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, humidity, and/or noise.
Work environment involves daily exposure to physical risks, such as electrical, mechanical, and chemical hazards.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
- Results-driven and qualified Electrical Engineer with 10+ years' experience in heavy industry environments.
- Proficient in the design, implementation, and maintenance of LV and MV electrical systems.
- Extensive knowledge of substations, transformers, MCC systems, furnaces, vacuum circuit breakers, VSDs, PLCs and protection relay systems.
- Skilled in PLC fault finding, fault diagnostics, root cause and failure mode analysis (RCA/FMEA), and condition monitoring.
- Expertise in switchgear solutions to improve system reliability and operational efficiency.
- Ability to optimize voltage distribution and integrate electrical systems for enhanced performance.
- Proficient in panel wiring with meticulous attention to detail, including design and layout for optimal functionality and ease of maintenance.
- Ensure 100% compliance with statutory and internal electrical safety standards.
- Implement energy efficiency initiatives and optimize spares inventory to reduce costs.
AUTHORITY
To stop any machine at any time if there is a potentially dangerous or life threating situation.
To stop and prevent damage to any equipment or machinery.
To grant leave to his subordinates.
To authorize store requisitions.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Matric
BSc/B-Tech degree in Electrical Engineering or Qualified Electrician
Minimum of 7 - 10 years post qualification experience
Minimum of 4 - 5 years supervisory / management experience
Experience in "heavy industrial environments" is essential
Electrical Maintenance Engineer CPT - CBD
Posted 19 days ago
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Respond to business request to ensure infrastructure availability and safety.
Duties & Responsibilities- Life cycle planning of assets.
- Achieve high level of availability, reliability and operability of infrastructure/assets with minimum cost to contribute to business sustainability and profitability.
- Adhere to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards, policies and practices.
- Ensure that maintenance contracts are aligned to company requirements to comply with stakeholder and related legislative requirements to ensure continuous operations.
- Identify and apply viable technology and strategies to improve equipment efficiencies and lifecycle costing.
- Ensure continuous improvement to various infrastructure in the department to increase equipment reliability and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Keep current with the latest equipment, technologies and maintenance methods to ensure best practice.
- Ensure company maintenance contracts are in place.
- Manage overall governance and provide input into contract specifications.
- Ensure effective and compliant contract management and that work is executed in accordance with contract (time frame, SLA, Scope, quality, budget, contractors).
- Compile business case for capital approval.
- Forecast and review cash flow on a monthly basis.
- Determine project costs (part of feasibility study).
- Execute expenditure approval within DLA.
- Compile, manage and account for relevant budgets according to business requirements and specifications.
- Manage stock levels according to minimum quantities advised and order when necessary.
- Review monthly and quarterly stock counts.
- Perform quality inspection on maintenance work done and implement/propose remedial action where necessary.
Bachelor's Degree (4 years - 480 credits) in Engineering/BSC Mechanical/Electrical.
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Electrical Maintenance Engineer (12 months)
Posted 19 days ago
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Respond to business request to ensure infrastructure availability and safety.
Duties & Responsibilities- Life cycle planning of assets.
- Achieve high level of availability, reliability and operability of infrastructure/assets with minimum cost to contribute to business sustainability and profitability.
- Adhere to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards, policies and practices.
- Ensure that maintenance contracts are aligned to company requirements to comply with stakeholder and related legislative requirements to ensure continuous operations.
- Identify and apply viable technology and strategies to improve equipment efficiencies and lifecycle costing.
- Ensure continuous improvement to various infrastructure in the department to increase equipment reliability and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Keep current with latest equipment, technologies and maintenance methods to ensure best practice.
- Ensure company maintenance contracts are in place.
- Manage overall governance and provide input into contract specifications.
- Ensure effective and compliant contract management and that work is executed in accordance with contract (time frame, SLA, Scope, quality, budget, contractors).
- Compile business case for capital approval.
- Forecast and review cash flow on a monthly basis.
- Determine project costs (part of feasibility study).
- Execute expenditure approval within DLA.
- Compile, manage and account for relevant budgets according to business requirements and specifications.
- Manage stock levels according to minimum quantities advised and order when necessary.
- Review monthly and quarterly stock counts.
- Perform quality inspection on maintenance work done and implement/propose remedial action where necessary.
Bachelor's Degree (4 years - 480 credits) in Engineering/BSc Mechanical/Electrical.
Package & RemunerationAnnually.
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Electrical maintenance engineer cpt - cbd
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Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Technologist
Posted 14 days ago
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Our Client, an already established company in heavy industrial manufacturing industry is wanting to expand their team. They are looking for a E&I Maintenance Technologist based in Durban. This person will report into the Maintenance Leader and work in the maintenance department.
REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation) (T3/S4) / Bachelor of Technology advantageous
- 5 years’ experience in instrumentation and electrical field in a production environment is required
- Have experience, skill and ability to fault find & have above average knowledge of engineering practice & standards.
- Able to work with little or no supervision and make sound decisions in urgent breakdown situations.
- Have a high level of teamwork and good communication skills
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate manpower in the workshop.
- Liaise with plant engineering team on manpower requirements (planning/administration).
- Participation in meeting (Engineering, Production, Safety).
- Give technical support to engineering and production staff. Direct and lead technicians and artisans where necessary.
- Ensure Work-shop personnel are adequately trained and equipped for plant requirements.
- Evaluate staff and maintain discipline in accordance with company rules Maintain safety and housekeeping standards SHE requirements.
- Ensure that standards are maintained (Engineering, Safety) and are following OSHACT and ISO 9002 requirements.
- Carry out Standby duties.
- Plant modifications upgrading and problem solving (Projects to Certification).
- Ensure all requested upgrades/modifications on DCS are implemented.
- Maintain spare part availability in workshop and production areas. Liaise with procurement to ensure timeous availability of spares and equipment
If you do not receive a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
#J-18808-LjbffrElectrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Technologist
Posted today
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Our Client, an already established company in heavy industrial manufacturing industry is wanting to expand their team. They are looking for a E&I Maintenance Technologist based in Durban. This person will report into the Maintenance Leader and work in the maintenance department.
REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation) (T3/S4) / Bachelor of Technology advantageous
- 5 years’ experience in instrumentation and electrical field in a production environment is required
- Have experience, skill and ability to fault find & have above average knowledge of engineering practice & standards.
- Able to work with little or no supervision and make sound decisions in urgent breakdown situations.
- Have a high level of teamwork and good communication skills
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate manpower in the workshop.
- Liaise with plant engineering team on manpower requirements (planning/administration).
- Participation in meeting (Engineering, Production, Safety).
- Give technical support to engineering and production staff. Direct and lead technicians and artisans where necessary.
- Ensure Work-shop personnel are adequately trained and equipped for plant requirements.
- Evaluate staff and maintain discipline in accordance with company rules Maintain safety and housekeeping standards SHE requirements.
- Ensure that standards are maintained (Engineering, Safety) and are following OSHACT and ISO 9002 requirements.
- Carry out Standby duties.
- Plant modifications upgrading and problem solving (Projects to Certification).
- Ensure all requested upgrades/modifications on DCS are implemented.
- Maintain spare part availability in workshop and production areas. Liaise with procurement to ensure timeous availability of spares and equipment
If you do not receive a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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Electrical Systems Designer
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Reference: NES018194-CM-1
Are you an innovative thinker with a knack for designing cutting-edge electrical systems? Do you thrive in a technical environment where your expertise can make a significant impact? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Machine Electrical Systems Designer at our leading Mining Capital Equipment Supplier!
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Develop new electrical systems for machines, pushing the boundaries of innovation.
- Update and improve current electrical systems to enhance performance and efficiency.
- Develop machine-specific diagnostic interface programs for field service technicians, ensuring smooth operation in the field.
- Commission and troubleshoot new machines to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Experience in electrical system design.
- Understanding of electrical system design and development, including hydraulic control circuits, auto electric control circuits, and digital control systems.
- Ability to work under pressure and without direct supervision.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office products and own transport.
- Mobile software development experience.
- E Plan understanding.
- Familiarity with trackless drivetrains and trackless mining environments.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Project management capabilities.
- Understanding of CAN bus systems.
- B-Tech degree in Electrical-Electronic Engineering or similar, recognized by ECSA.