O & M Technician
Rheinmetall Denel Munition (RF) (Pty) Ltd in Somerset West Cape Town
N° de réf.: ZA00505
Schedule type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent Position
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Operations and Maintenance Site Technician is responsible for maintaining the optimal performance of the RDM Solar PV / Generator Power Plant. This involves performing scheduled maintenance activities and overseeing control room operations to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable energy production.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate the functions of the Somerset West Power Station: Solar PV Plant, RDM Main Substation and Diesel Power Generation Plant.
- Oversee/Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
- Oversee/Conduct repairs and replacement of components.
- Monitoring the site on a daily basis and undertake operations and maintenance to ensure the Power Station does not have interruptions or breakdowns.
- Manage contractors servicing and/or repairing Power Station installations.
- Cooperate with the Plant operations of the Somerset West Maintenance Department.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Trade Test in Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in diesel generator and solar installation or solar operations and maintenance, preferably with extensive experience in installations larger than 2MVA.
- Possess knowledge of SCADA and communication systems, would be an advantage.
- Strong ability to analyze electrical network and mechanical system events and failures.
- Experience with electrical protection schemes and electrical metering systems.
- Online PV Plant monitoring systems experience will be beneficial.
- Work effectively as part of a team and independently, with strong interpersonal skills.
- Exhibit self-motivation and the ability to work independently, while adhering to approved systems, frameworks, and standards.
- Possess or obtain a medical fitness certificate in accordance with Annexure 3 of the OHS Act Construction Regulations.
- Be proficient in English, both verbally and in written communication.
- Ability to optimally alternate between commissioning, fault-finding and remote monitoring of PV plants and on-site repair and maintenance.
- Proficiency in Microsoft packages.
- Tenacity to perform under pressure and have a pro-active/preventative mindset.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
- Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
- Medical Schemes
- Stable employer background
- Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
- Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
- Career development and progress opportunities
- Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
- Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
- Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
- Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
- Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events