666 Substation Engineering jobs in South Africa

Key responsibilities:

• Execute corrective and preventive maintenance on high-voltage installations
• Draft and validate switching instructions and documentation
• Carry out electrical testing and fault analysis
• Supervise external contractors and ensure compliance with safety procedures
• Contribute to shutdowns, turnarounds, and complex electrical projects
• Ensure data accuracy and planning updates in SAP maintenance systems

Youll work closely with engineers and production teams, acting as the key point of contact during high-risk operations and major maintenance events.

To qualify for this role, you should have:

• Ability to assess complex electrical faults and safety-critical conditions
• Experience with software-based and hardware-based control systems
• Familiarity with SAP or equivalent maintenance systems
• A Red Seal qualification or equivalent technical diploma in Electrical Engineering
• 510 years of relevant experience in high-voltage operations
• Certified or willing to be certified in NEN 3140 VP/IV/WV and NEN 3840 VP/IV/WV
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English and motivated to learn Dutch

Key responsibilities:Execute corrective and preventive maintenance on high-voltage installations Draft and validate switching instructions and documentation Carry out electrical testing and fault analysis Supervise external contractors and ensure compliance with safety procedures Contribute to shutdowns, turnarounds, and complex electrical projects Ensure data accuracy and planning updates in SAP maintenance systems Youll work closely with engineers and production teams, acting as the key point of contact during high-risk operations and major maintenance events.To qualify for this role, you should have:Ability to assess complex electrical faults and safety-critical conditions Experience with software-based and hardware-based control systems Familiarity with SAP or equivalent maintenance systems A Red Seal qualification or equivalent technical diploma in Electrical Engineering 510 years of relevant experience in high-voltage operations Certified or willing to be certified in NEN 3140 VP/IV/WV and NEN 3840 VP/IV/WV Fluent in Afrikaans and English and motivated to learn Dutch

Reference: JHB000943-VM-1 Well known and leading supplier of HIGH VOLTAGE electrical equipment requires an experienced Site Manager for construction sites. Duties & Responsibilities Qualified Electrician / Technician with suitable experience Authorised person for HV Regulations Safety Representative Qualification (NOSA, SAMTRAC or equivalent) Ability to work unsupervised The incumbent will be responsible for the management and supervision of all substation construction and commissioning activities on site with respect to time, quality and performance. The position necessitates full-time site work, resulting in extended periods away from home. Supervision of bulk earthworks, earth-mat installation, civil works and building subcontractors Checking set out points and substation layout relative to design drawings Installation supervision of the substation steelwork, busbars and HV switchgear primary plant. Installation supervision of the protection and control secondary plant Read and implement information shown on civil works, building and electrical design drawings Manage site workforce with respect to performance, safety, quality and programme Supervise cabling, terminating and wiring connections Oversee and coordinate site acceptance testing of electrical equipment Enforcing health, safety and environmental standards and maintain the site safety file Perform the function of the appointed on-site health and safety representative Maintain site administration systems and filing. Report on site activities both internally and to the customer Plan site activities with respect to material requirements, resourcing and customer interfacing Manage site float and purchase consumables for site use Remuneration Basic salary commensurate with qualifications, ability and experience. Medical Aid, Provident Fund, Travel allowance for business travel, Living out allowance, Cell phone allowance. #J-18808-Ljbffr

RPO Recruitment's client, a reputable and well established multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm in South Africa is currently on the lookout for a hardworking and committed High Voltage Electrical Engineer for their successful team in Johannesburg. Responsibilities: Detailed Electrical Engineering of MV and HV (11 kV up to 400 kV) including the development and checking of: Prefeasibility studies. Feasibility studies. Tender design. (prelim & detail design) Manufacturing, installation and commissioning witnessing. Load lists, Single line diagrams, Network diagrams. Electrical schematic diagrams & Diversification and load factors. Electrical network design & Fault level calculations. Knowledge of substation protection schemes (MV and HV). Knowledge of protection schemes modelling of protection schemes and definition of protection settings. Knowledge of power metering specification and interface to substation Energy/Building Management Systems. Cable routing design & Cable sizing calculations Substation AC & DC requirements, lighting calculations, modelling and layouts. Substation earthing, earthing system designs & earthing layouts. HV & MV equipment specifications of Electrical Equipment including, Switchgear, Distribution boards, Transformers, primary plant, secondary plant, power factor correction, control & power Cables, Lighting, Scada and communication systems. Passive fire protection systems layouts and specification. Specification of construction standards of installation. Interface with energy efficiency and providing energy efficient electrical solutions. Interface and familiar with quality of power supply requirements and evaluation. Interface and familiar with control & protection systems requirements and evaluation regarding substations. Knowledge of system studies (e.g. short circuit; load flow and protection co-ordination). Utilize vendor data and work with other disciplines as required for engineering and design. Participate and perform squad checks of vendor data and drawings from other disciplines. Develop and check equipment purchase specification and develop RFQs (e.g. MV and HV substations, OHL, power transformers, Power factor Correction & related equipment in substations. Develop technical scope of work and tender documentation and bills of quantities for construction contracts. Develop tender documentation, adjudicate tenders, provide re-measurement of works and approve contract claims. Prepare project scheduling and planning, developing basic Bar charts for Electrical Engineering input to project management team. Manage progress and quality control activities for equipment manufacture. Conduct vendor inspections and factory acceptance testing of equipment. Manage HV & MV switchgear and specialist equipment contractors. Provide field engineering support to construction and commissioning teams. Project hand over and close out documentation. Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers. Requirements: BEng/BSc/BTech in Electrical Engineering Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng registration with ECSA Minimum of 8-10 years post-graduate experience, multi-disciplinary experienced gained from client, consultant and/or contractor perspective. Professional Registration with relevant Project Management bodies (ECSA, SACPCMP and/or PMI) Solid fundamental knowledge and experience in the application of the methodologies and processes as described in PMBOK. Previous track record in successfully generating new business would be advantageous. Ability to liaise with relevant stakeholders at all levels Computer literacy in MS Office and MS Projects at an advanced level Sound electrical engineering knowledge and experience in MV and HV (11 kV up to 400 kV) environment. An intimate knowledge of local and international standards and codes. Be able to develop engineering documentation from first principles. Be able to work within a disciplined engineering environment. Conversant with DIgSILENT (or other equivalent package) electrical power systems modelling and analysis software would be advantageous. Knowledge of overhead power line design (using PLS-CADD software) and construction will be advantageous. An intimate working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Access and Microsoft Project. (Advantage will be knowledge of Auto CAD and/or MicroStation CAD programs) Experience with Eskom and local Municipalities processes and systems would be advantageous Be well acquainted with local equipment, manufacturers, suppliers and installation contractors. A thorough knowledge of the OHS Act, pertinent SANS and IEC codes and standards and industry practices. Good communication and people management skills for effective interface with other engineering disciplines, the client and contractors. The ability to work independently and with limited supervision. Must be a team player at all times and lead / support the team with integrity and respect An awareness and appreciation for health, safety and environmental issues. Strong project management skills (PMBOK) Leadership skills, motivated and disciplined. Flexible approach and multi-tasking abilities. Problem solver and innovator Benefits: Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience and qualifications RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that provides candidates and clients with unique recruitment solutions tailored to their needs. We focus on helping you reach your personal and professional goals by connecting you to your perfect career path. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh ( ) at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV:

ENERGY ELECTRICITY GENERATION AND DISTRIBUTION SPECIALIST ENGINEERING ARTISAN: HIGH VOLTAGE SUBSTATIONS PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY. BASIC SALARY: R470 767 PER ANNUM REF NO: NRG 88/25 Requirements: Electrical Trade certificate Three (3) to five (5) years post trade test experience in an HV environment Code B drivers licence ORHVS high voltage operator. Key performance areas: Planning and Maintenance: Coordinate and perform activities and sequences associated within the electrical functional area Coordinate and perform activities and sequences associated with trouble shooting/ fault finding and repairing Coordinate and perform activities and sequences associated within the electrical functional area by establishing site ready for installation. Arrange plant and equipment in their correct locations etc. Interpret, coordinate and perform specific pre-work/ site requirements regarding repairs and, planned and predictive maintenance sequences and guides the activities of personnel Capture internal transactional documentation for processing e.g. completing time sheets, log sheets, vehicle checklist etc. Please apply online at (external applicants) or via the SAP Portal (internal applicants) unless otherwise stated. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Cape Town, you are consenting to the use of your personal information provided as part of your application and/or Recruitment process for Recruitment and Selection purposes. In addition, you may be required to undergo, including but not limited to, Criminal and Security Checks, Personal Verification, and Lifestyle Audits, throughout your recruitment process and/or subsequent employment. Closing date: 29 August 2025 Please quote the reference number of the vacancy in all communications. Certified copies of qualifications must be available on request. Copies of supporting documents will not be returned. Kindly note that applications will not be acknowledged in writing. Visit our website at No late applications will be considered. If no notification of appointment is received within three (3) months of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Reference: JHB000943-VM-1

Well known and leading supplier of HIGH VOLTAGE electrical equipment requires an experienced Site Manager for construction sites.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Qualified Electrician / Technician with suitable experience
2. Authorised person for HV Regulations
3. Safety Representative Qualification (NOSA, SAMTRAC or equivalent)
4. Ability to work unsupervised
5. The incumbent will be responsible for the management and supervision of all substation construction and commissioning activities on site with respect to time, quality and performance.
6. The position necessitates full-time site work, resulting in extended periods away from home.
7. Supervision of bulk earthworks, earth-mat installation, civil works and building subcontractors
8. Checking set out points and substation layout relative to design drawings
9. Installation supervision of the substation steelwork, busbars and HV switchgear primary plant.
10. Installation supervision of the protection and control secondary plant
11. Read and implement information shown on civil works, building and electrical design drawings
12. Manage site workforce with respect to performance, safety, quality and programme
13. Supervise cabling, terminating and wiring connections
14. Oversee and coordinate site acceptance testing of electrical equipment
15. Enforcing health, safety and environmental standards and maintain the site safety file
16. Perform the function of the appointed on-site health and safety representative
17. Maintain site administration systems and filing.
18. Report on site activities both internally and to the customer
19. Plan site activities with respect to material requirements, resourcing and customer interfacing
20. Manage site float and purchase consumables for site use

Package & Remuneration

Basic salary commensurate with qualifications, ability and experience. Medical Aid, Provident Fund, Travel allowance for business travel, Living out allowance, Cell phone allowance.

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JSE-listed Electrical Engineer Position

Reference: JHB003752-KC-1

A JSE-listed client in Pretoria requires the expertise of a qualified Engineer specializing in Electrical power systems.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead, implement, and manage the maintenance strategy.
• Implement and manage an engineering asset life cycle management system.
• Develop and review operations and maintenance policies and procedures for improved operational efficiency.
• Develop, review, and enhance the engineering asset assessment system.
• Identify and compile operational training material.
• Approve designs for building specifications and new technology implementations, including applicable factory acceptance testing.
• Manage equipment/plant condition reports.
• Manage new contracts with equipment instructions, outlining OEM requirements, and maintenance strategies.
• Manage the database in SAP through master data.
• Perform/lead specific equipment/plant failure/incident investigations, reporting and ensuring compliance with legal requirements concerning statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Provide support with breakdowns and site reinstatement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current) or Electrical Trade with National-N-Diploma.
• SAP CMMS experience.
• OHS compliance & SANS 10142-1 & 2.
• Minimum of 10 years experience.

Package & Remuneration

R 750 000 - R 1 000 000 - Annually

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JSE-listed Electrical Engineer Position Reference: JHB003752-KC-1 A JSE-listed client in Pretoria requires the expertise of a qualified Engineer specializing in Electrical power systems. Duties & Responsibilities Lead, implement, and manage the maintenance strategy. Implement and manage an engineering asset life cycle management system. Develop and review operations and maintenance policies and procedures for improved operational efficiency. Develop, review, and enhance the engineering asset assessment system. Identify and compile operational training material. Approve designs for building specifications and new technology implementations, including applicable factory acceptance testing. Manage equipment/plant condition reports. Manage new contracts with equipment instructions, outlining OEM requirements, and maintenance strategies. Manage the database in SAP through master data. Perform/lead specific equipment/plant failure/incident investigations, reporting and ensuring compliance with legal requirements concerning statutory and regulatory requirements. Provide support with breakdowns and site reinstatement. Qualifications Degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current) or Electrical Trade with National-N-Diploma. SAP CMMS experience. OHS compliance & SANS 10142-1 & 2. Minimum of 10 years experience. Package & Remuneration R 750 000 - R 1 000 000 - Annually #J-18808-Ljbffr