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Electrical Technician

Posting date : 08/10/2024

Requisition ID : 29451


Electrical Technician

Position Summary:

The role requires a detailed understanding and practical experience of Electrical maintenance activities related to modern combined cycle gas turbine plant, desalination plant and a wide range of auxiliary plant equipment.               

The Job Holder will work closely with other Electrical Technicians to ensure Plant Routines are carried out efficiently and to high quality standards;

Technical            

  • Responsible to ensure compliance of IMS.
  • Practical experience of maintaining instrumentation and control equipment gained through hands on experience and formal training.
  • Organizing spares, tools and equipment to carry out maintenance activities
  • Carry out maintenance activities on a range of major Electrical systems in accordance with OEM Manuals for the equipment.
  • Performs troubleshooting activities as necessary to determine failure conditions and rectifies the defects found.
  • Works with Plant Operations Personnel for resolving problems encountered with control equipment under the guidance of the ELECTRICAL Foreman/Engineer.
  • Ability to carry out duties with minimum supervision
  • Practical knowledge of plant isolations from system
  • Knowledge of health & safety and safe working practices
  • Ensures a safe working environment for himself and his colleagues while working on any equipment
  • Computer literacy
  • Good command of English Language 
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Project Manager - Construction

Posting date : 08/10/2024

Requisition ID : 33325


Project Manager - Construction

  • Power the future, together with ENGIE!
  • Join our Renewables and FlexGen  Project Delivery team and lead the energy transition!
  • Hybrid & located at our Freshwater Place offices in Southbank

ENGIE is a global energy player with over 97,000 employees across more than 30 countries. All of our teams’ efforts are unified in support of the transition to a carbon-neutral economy, by providing innovative energy solutions to households, businesses and communities.

 

Our global ambition, as a pioneer of the renewable energy transition, is to champion carbon-neutral energies and achieve an affordable, reliable net-zero energy system by 2045.

 

Zero. You may think it’s nothing, but to us at ENGIE… zero is everything!

 

The opportunity:

 

Would you like to contribute to the delivery of the ENGIE Battery and Energy Storage (BESS) strategy in Australia?

 

The applicant will join the project delivery team to manage the delivery of energy generation assets from the lead-up to financial close, to the commencement of commercial operations.

 

The role will be accountable to the Head of Project Delivery and the role can be worked flexibly between home and our modern Southbank office.  Travel to project sites will be necessary as required.

 

The successful applicant will have a proven track record in delivering construction of energy generation or storage projects in Australia on time and within budget. You will be collaborative and possess a can-do mindset.

 

Responsibilities will include:

  • Oversee the execution of new power generation and storage projects
  • Ensure high level governance and delivery of project milestones focusing on health and safety and quality standards
  • Manage major contracts, project schedules, budgets and stakeholder engagement
  • Utilise project management methodologies to achieve intended outcomes
  • Actively identify and mitigate project risks, issues, dependencies and constraints and tackle them head-on
  • Build, motivate and lead a project team to achieve outstanding results
  • Manage key internal and external stakeholders including regulatory agencies and government bodies.

 

 About you:

  • Demonstrated experience in project delivery (construction) in renewable energy projects, and ideally BESS
  • Mature understanding and practical experience in principles of project management as they relate to engineering and construction
  • Ability to manage a diverse set of operational and corporate stakeholders
  • Strong problem solving skills with high attention to detail
  • Passion for renewable energy and wishing to invest yourself long term in a company that is leading the energy transition globally
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline or related field is desirable but not mandatory

 

Next Steps:
If this sounds like the role for you, we welcome your application.

All applicants must have unlimited rights to work in Australia.

 

Please note we consider applications on an ongoing basis and therefore encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.

 

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. All applications are screened based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without any regard to origin, age, carer’s responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, marital status, health, disability or political opinions.  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people of the LGBTIQA+ community are encouraged to apply. Our differences are our strengths!

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I&C Engineer

Posting date : 29/09/2024

Requisition ID : 35762


I&C Engineer

JOB PURPOSE:

  • Manage all I&C maintenance activities associated with defect and planned maintenance programmes, through a team of site-based technicians and at times by external contract agencies.
  • Development of the short- and long-term I&C maintenance strategy for the plant and the development of a capable engineering, planning and I&C maintenance capabilities to support that strategy.
  • Day to day plant efficient management of I&C maintenance activities, according to good utility practice, company rules and procedures, legal, contractual and other requirements
  • Respects the O&M agreement with the Owner and the Services Agreements with Long term contractors.
  • Ensure that the plant meets availability, reliability, efficiency, production and cost targets, safely and within the environmental, legal and contractual requirements.
  • Establish the appropriate procedures and computerized I&C maintenance management processes as applicable to a prudent management regime.
  • Coordinating I&C maintenance activities with finance and accounting, administration, HSE and operations departments
  • Define, manage and monitor the I&C maintenance budget in line with the overall company budget.

 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

 

Safety at Work

  • Ensures a safe working environment for himself and the I&C Technicians whilst working on any equipment;
  • Obtains a Permit to Work for each job as necessitated by the Jubail 3B RO Plant HSE Procedures put in place;
  • Ensures all necessary precautions are taken by himself, the I&C Technicians and Contractors while undertaking any jobs in Jubail 3B RO Plant;
  • Ensures that all necessary tools are available for the safe working on equipment and that are used during performance on all jobs in the Plant;
  • Monitors I&C Technicians and Contractors to ensure Safe Work Practices as per Plant HSE guidelines are followed;
  • Points out any unsafe conditions to Management.

Team Leadership

  • Leads the I&C Maintenance Technicians and ensures a high level of efficiency in the Team;
  • Builds and sustains a committed, cohesive and dynamic Team;
  • Acts as a mentor for the I&C Team;
  • Leads by example;
  • Recommends the appropriate training for the I&C Technicians.

Maintenance Task Planning and Execution

  • Ensures maintenance tasks are completed by the Technicians as per Work Orders generated in Computerize I&C Maintenance Management System;
  • Ensures the reports of maintenance done is documented in;
  • Generates reports as necessary for the maintenance done;
  • Plans for and ensures that maintenance of all I&C equipment is in accordance with OEM Manuals for the equipment;
  • Ensures I&C equipment maintenance planning is correctly scheduled so that all equipment is maintained as per OEM recommended intervals;
  • Arranges for condition monitoring of I&C equipment;
  • Reviews I&C Maintenance Procedures and suggests improvements.
  • Coordinate Vulnerability Assessment / Penetration Test for the OT Cybersecurity.

Equipment Failure Troubleshooting and Repair

  • Supports reliable and accessible 24-hour engineering call-out functionality;
  • Attempts all possible means of reducing equipment downtime and ensuring high plant availability;
  • Performs troubleshooting activities as necessary to determine failure conditions and rectifies defects found;
  • Record and reports rectified jobs to the O&M Manager;
  • Generates reports of equipment failure;
  • Performs Root Cause Analysis of failures;
  • Works with Plant Operations Personnel for resolving problems encountered with I&C equipment.

Reporting, Overall Planning and Budgeting

  • Ensures that all planned and unplanned jobs are undertaken within I&C Maintenance budget;
  • Works with the O&M Manager for outage planning and execution;
  •  Undertake planning and budget preparation processes.

Spares, Consumables and Tools

  • Ensures adequate inventories of spares and consumables are maintained;
  • Places requisitions for purchase of required spares and consumables;
  • Ensures necessary tooling is available to all Technicians;
  • Ensures Third Party Certification of all tools is done on an annual basis or as required;
  • Ensures all tools are maintained and are in good working condition.        

Ownership

  • Assumes ownership of Plant’s I&C equipment and strives to maintain them in the best possible condition.

Delivers Technical Advice to Enable Efficient Maintenance of I&C Equipment and Continuous Improvement

  • Delivers technical advice to colleagues and Contractors to ensure safety and the proper execution of Plant Maintenance Practices;
  • Apply engineering knowledge and skills to review and update task lists for equipment. Implement initiatives to address inconsistencies in Computerize I&C management system scheduling, practices and documentation.

 

Train and Develop I&C Technicians to Build the Workforce’s Technical Capability and to Deliver a Step Up in Plant Performance

  • Coach I&C Technicians on I&C equipment, Safe Work Procedures and Operational Techniques to ensure proper execution of Plant Routines;
  • Prepares and delivers technical training including modules on HV and LV, transformers and switchgear

 

HEALTH & SAFETY:

  • Undertake safety surveillance in all work areas to ensure proper implementation of and compliance with all company safety procedures, precautions and rules, PPE etc.; monitors the implementation of the work permit system within the company.
  • Comply with Local legislations, Engie Al Jubail for O&M Company HSES Policy and procedures.
  • To be Responsible and accountable for safety of himself, others and the environmental protection.
  • Report and mitigate unsafe acts/conditions, near misses and accidents.
  • The Job Holder will work in a controlled hazardous environment.

 

Work Levels and Conditions and Risks:

  • Work Level 5 (OSHA scale 1 to 6): the tasks that he performs as part of their daily work activities represent risks and are controlled by means of procedures, supervision, safety devices and HSE Teams in such a way that its non-observance that could lead to a serious accident of even death.

Exposure to Risks:

  • Traffic/automobile accidents, ergonomic problems and accidents;
  • Risks inherent to the job of the I&C Engineer while performing inspections, site visits, operations and maintenance activities, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Hard hat/safety helmet;
  • Ear protection (plugs or ear muffs);
  • Safety glasses;
  • Safety shoes;
  • Dust mask;
  • Cotton coveralls;
  • Safety Gloves;
  • Cotton vest;
  • Respiratory mask.

Recommended HPE (Health Protection Equipment):

  • Ergonomic office equipment;

Medical Exams/Laboratory Exams before Taking the Position:

  • Complete medical physical examination;
  • Visual acuity examination.
  • Color blindness test
  • PFT (lung capacity)
  • Audiometric test

Recommended for persons older than 45 years:

  • Laboratory tests: complete blood biometrics, blood chemistry: 3 elements (glucose, urea and creatine) and a general exam of urine;
  • Electrocardiogram;
  • X-ray PA of thorax.

Medical Criteria for the Position:

  • High Blood Pressure: not to present a TA greater than 135/85 in case of present alteration and individual monitoring program;
  • Obesity: in case of obesity, implement a monitoring and reduction of weight program.

 

JOB CONTEXT:

  • Engie Al Jubail for O&M company Ltd operates & maintains the SWRO Plant of 570,000 M3/Day net potable water capacity. Engie Al Jubail for Operations and Maintenance Company is single shareholder Limited liability company established under the laws of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. . 
  • Engie Al Jubail for O&M company Ltd performs services through an O&M agreement for the Owner of the SWRO Plant: Al Jubail International Water Company. 
  • The project is a Greenfield IWP with a 25 year WPA with single off-taker Saudi Water Partnership Company.
  • The Job Holder will be based at Jubail 3B SWRO Plant that will be located in the industrial city of Jubail on the Arabian Gulf coast in eastern Saudi Arabia, around 100 kilo meters from Dammam. The Jubail 3B SWRO Plant will serve Riyadh and Qassim with potable water. The plant will include storage tanks with one day’s production capacity in addition to in-house solar capacity to reduce power consumption from the kingdom’s national grid;
  • The Job Holder leads the I&C Maintenance team in a safe and efficient manner. He is responsible for setting Departmental Objectives, delivering targets (quantity and quality) as well as execution of the company strategy
  • The Job Holder works closely with the I&C Technicians to ensure the Plant Routines and planned and unplanned maintenance, testing and inspections are carried out efficiently and to high safety and quality standards

 

    CYBERSECURITY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • The job holder acknowledges that in the course of employment by Company, he will be exposed to confidential information of Company and agrees to treat all such information as confidential and to take all necessary precautions against disclosure of such information to third parties
    • Company assets and the assets of others entrusted to the Company will be protected against loss, misuse and/or abuse. The use of material or facilities for the purposes not directly or indirectly related to Company business or the removal or borrowing of Company property without written permission, is strictly prohibited.
    • Data should not be shared informally, if there is a need to access confidential information, the job holder can request this in writing.
    • Company's confidential and trade secret information shall not to be use, except to the extent necessary to provide services or goods requested by Company.
    • In particular, strong passwords must be used and they should never be shared.
    • Personal data should not be disclosed to unauthorized people, either within the company or externally.
    • Data should be regularly reviewed and updated if it is found to be out of date.
    • Protecting of all Company’s assets from unauthorized access, or sabotaging those assets.
    • Act as Engie Al Jubail O&M Company's cybersecurity SPOC.
    • Implementation of all required activities and controls related to cybersecurity in accordance to the KSA & Engie cybersecurity policies and procedures

     

     

    QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

     

    Essential Qualifications:

    • An accredited Engineering degree
    • Demonstrated competence at engineering level with adequate education and training supported

     

    Experience:

    • At least 5 years experience in the I&C maintenance of a large RO plant, 2 of which must have been in the capacity of I&C Engineer
    • Leading and managing people
    • Use of safety systems
    • Use of computerized maintenance management system
    • Engineering concepts and principles
    • Interaction with purchasing, finance and accounting, operations, administration and HR
    • Budget control and reporting
    • Good knowledge in DCS control system.
    • Adequate knowledge in Portable water Tariff meter system
    • Adequate knowledge in Portable water Quality analysers like TOC, TAC, TH, PH SDI, Algae, Hydrocarbon, Conductivity, Turbidity (HACH Preferred).
    • Good Analytical skills required to identify common technical issues in the machine
    • Ability to translate a complex technical issue in clear management language
    • Ability to mobilise technical experts and bringing them together for the solution of an issue Satisfactory knowledge of International standards related to C&I.
    • Knowledge of standard spares and cost.
    • Experience in retrofitting systems.
    • Knowledge in Cybersecurity frameworks like IEC 62443 and NCA requirements are desirable and certification in any cybersecurity framework would be an advantage.

     

    Skills:

    Behavioral:

    • Provide effective support to the maintenance team which contributes to the plant objectives.
    • Making quality decisions and exercise sound judgment.
    • Delegates effectively and creates a work climate where people can succeed and empowers subordinates.
    • Ability to influence events and achieve objectives to time and within budget.
    • Good understanding of cultural differences that exist.
    • Ability to create a climate of open communication
    • Able to maintain high levels of focus and drive by setting personally challenging goals.
    • Ability to use energy and enthusiasm to generate results.
    • Good organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.
    • Exceptional analytical and problem solving abilities

     

    Language:

    • English Language: excellent communication skills both written and verbal;
    • Arabic is an advantage;

    Computer:

    • Computer literate: must have a high degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Databases, Word Processors, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint and Maintenance Management System;
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    Electrical engineer - Technical Support

    Posting date : 02/10/2024

    Requisition ID : 33598


    Electrical engineer - Technical Support

    Position/Department Summary:

    Technical Support (TS) provides engineering and technical support to Operation and Maintenance team at the Marafiq IWPP.

    The main activities are the Engineering and Data Management in close coordination with Power Operations, Desalination and Maintenance departments.

    Key tasks involve:

    • Supports the process for ensuring that all of the power plant assets within the Marafiq are compliant with engineering policies and all relevant statutory obligations associated with asset.
    • Monitoring and evaluating various relevant parameters to provide accurate information and provide analysis of the performance of the different process in the plant.
    • Preparation and submission of daily, weekly, monthly and any other report required by the business.
    • Assists in the implementation of this process on a cost effective and timely basis in conjunction with all other maintenance and overhaul activities.
    • Supports the management of engineering changes on plant systems, to ensure that they are executed in accordance with relevant Marafiq procedures.
    • Identify and manage asset reliability risks that could adversely affect plant or business operations.
    • Lead the development and implementation of specific engineering work packages in support of these strategies as stand-alone activities or within the overall scope of major projects/overhauls.

     

    Functions/ Task:             

    Safety at Work

    • Ensures the compliance of IMS. Ensure a safe working environment for himself, his colleagues and contractors while working on any equipment
    • Ensures all  Method Statements Work Instruction and Procedures are followed by himself and Contractors while undertaking any work
    • Reports any unsafe conditions in accordance with procedure
    • Provide technical support for the change control process
    • Carry out audits of compliance of all stakeholders within the Marafiq Team with relevant procedures for systems and implement corrective or improvement measures

    Dimensions

    • Track the production losses and abnormally high maintenance cost assets.
    • Find ways to reduce those losses or high costs.
    • In full partnership with the operations and maintenance teams develop plans to eliminate or reduce the     losses using good engineering practices and or RCA techniques.
    • Provides technical support to operations, maintenance management and technical personnel.
    • Has direct responsibility for managing overhauls and projects.
    • Has responsibility for managing project expenditure.
    • Delegated responsibility for the development of asset management strategies for all plant assets within Marafiq to deliver the required performance at minimum through life cost 
    • Indirect responsibility for variable levels of support from other department and external resources

     

    Key success factors:

     

    • Implementation of all physical activities with zero HSE events
    • All projects completed within agreed budgets and programs
    • Implementation strategies that integrate with major overhauls and maintenance activities with minimal additional disruption
    • Effective and productive use of resources to meet the needs of Operation and Maintenance teams

     

    Knowledge, skills and experience:

     

     

    Desirable

    Essential

    Honors Degree in a relevant engineering or project management discipline

     

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    Chartered Engineering Status

    ü

     

    Formal project management qualification

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    Business qualification (e.g. Diploma or MBA)

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    Prior experience within the power generation industry in a range of engineering roles including engineering, operation, or maintenance

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    Prior experience and proven track record of senior project management responsibility within a power plant construction or overhaul environment

     

    ü

    In depth knowledge and proven track record in the management of HSE in a major project environment, ideally supported by NEBOSH National Certificate

     

    ü

    Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills to be able to work effectively with both internal and external personnel at all levels of seniority

     

    ü

    Prior experience in specifying, procuring, and managing plant component supply and/or overhaul contracts

     

    ü

     

    Accountable for Outcomes:
     

    • Manage the day-to-day activities of the assigned tasks to deliver its required objectives and effectively support other Operation and Maintenance team activities as required.
    • To continually liaise with the Engineering, Operations and Maintenance Managers and other relevant stakeholders within the Operations and Maintenance teams to maintain an overview of the work scope items required to be implemented via overhaul and major project events over a broad time horizon.
    • Guides efforts to ensure reliability and maintainability of equipment, processes, utilities, facilities, controls and safety/security systems.
    • Lead the development and maintenance of an integrated planning process for Marafiq, which will effectively deliver these requirements, with the optimum balance of costs from plant downtime, resources and materials.
    • To implement the strategies for asset integrity and statutory compliance of plant systems on a cost effective and timely basis. This will involve close co-ordination with other members of the Engineering, Operations and Maintenance teams to meet objectives via the efficient use of cross team resources
    • Support the development and implementation of appropriate change control processes. Ensure that all changes proposed for plant systems are reviewed and confirmed as consistent with the requirements of asset integrity, statutory compliance, and functionality prior to implementation, and that all appropriate documentation, including revisions to plant data, is produced, disseminated and stored appropriately.
    • Lead the detailed planning and co-ordination of each overhaul/major project event, including work packages being developed and implemented by other stakeholders within the O&M Team. Ensure that all resources (internal and external) and materials will be available as required. Manage the implementation of all activities, and ensure agreed HSE, quality, budgetary, program and resource productivity objectives are met.
    • Take overall responsibility for the management of HSE (with the sole exception of safety from the system) through all stages of planning, co-ordination, and execution of activities. Co-ordinate HSE activities of other stakeholders and provide expert advice and support as necessary. Develop and implement appropriate and documented HSE management systems to ensure compliance with all statutory obligations, delivery of the required standards and continuous improvement. This shall include an effective internal audit regime to ensure compliance with objectives.
    • Support relationship management with key component and overhaul service suppliers. Develop appropriate long term contract strategies to deliver the optimum balance of initial cost, technical risk and commercial liabilities. Ensure that all contracts are implemented in due time to support program objectives for the delivery of key parts (new or refurbished) and services.
    • Provides technical support to operations, maintenance management and technical personnel

     

     

    Job Context/Environment:

     

    Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the post holder has delegated responsibility for planning and implementing all major project works undertaken by the Marafiq team and achieving the required HSE, technical, budgetary and program objectives.

     

    The post holder will have a key role in the management of health and safety, and will need to take a proactive approach to developing appropriate management methods and promoting a positive HSE culture both within the Engineering team and other departments.

    Proactive input to the planning processes for engineering, maintenance and operational activities by the post holder will be required in order to achieve the asset integrity objectives with minimum disruption to availability and with efficient use of internal and external resources. 

     

     

    Working Relationships

     

    The post holder will have working relationships at various levels both with internal and external personnel. Key internal relationships will include: the Operation and Maintenance Managers, the General Manager and all members of the Engineering Team.

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    Plant Trainee - Operations

    Posting date : 05/04/2024

    Requisition ID : 25720


    Plant Trainee - Operations

    1.  POSITION DETAILS:

    Position Title:

    Plant Trainee: Field Operator – (18 Months Fixed Term Contract)

    Reports to:

    Operations Manager

    Department:

    Operations

    Location

    Dedisa Peaking Power Plant, Port Elizabeth

    CLOSING DATE

    12 April 2024

     

    2.  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Be trained and developed in assisting the Shift Charge Engineer to supervise and oversee daily plant operations and maintenance in the Operations Shift Team in order to ensure that operational targets are achieved safely, efficiently and within the company rules and procedures, OEM guidelines, legal, environmental, contractual and other requirements;
    • Assist to establish the appropriate procedures and computerized maintenance management processes as applicable to a prudent operation management, in particular the permit to work system;
    • Ensures correct operational line-up and local operation of the systems;
    • Unloads fuel tankers in a safe manner;
    • Understands and adheres to all Plant Safety Guidelines and Procedures. Strives to maintain an injury-free environment;
    • Understands and masters the Plant Emergency Handling Procedures;
    • Participates in the Plant Training and Qualification Program;
    • Ensures control of the plant process and electrical distribution through the plant Distributed Control System (DCS) and other process control devices;
    • Assists in scheduling daily maintenance actions, plant configuration changes and varying power generation levels;
    • Monitors plant chemistry and chemicals handling;
    • Identifies problems with plant equipment and clearly communicates the conditions associated with these problems to the Shift Charge Engineer / Plant Maintenance Team;
    • Ensures the completion of shift round checklists, routine daily/weekly/monthly test checklists and equipment change-over checklists, etc.;
    • Coordinates with the Shift Charge Engineer and Operation Engineer;
    • Submits the necessary reports and recommendations to the Shift Charge Engineer concerning equipment/plant status and/or any problems;
    • Maintaining high standards of management, ethics and leadership;

    3. MODUS OPERANDI:

    • The Job Holder works as a trainee within the operations department and reports to the Operation Manager.

    4. COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

    • The Job Holder will work and communicate with:
    • Internal: Maintenance, Operation and HSE Departments;
    • • The Job Holder must communicate with his own team (other Operators), the maintenance technicians and Contractors as necessary.

     

    3.  QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

    Essential Qualifications:

    • An accredited Technical Diploma or Degree

    Experience:

    • Experience in the operation of a power plant will be ideal;

    • Communication skills

    • Use of safe systems of work

    • Use of computerized management systems

    • Reporting

    Skills:

    Behavioural:

    • Drive to achieve results through himself and others

    • Ability to work with multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary staff

    • Ability to work together with the other departments in order to achieve the best result for the company

    • Take ownership

    • Self-starter

    • Ability to manage self-study and development program in order to complete self-passed learning schedule which will also include research.

    • Maintains high ethics standard

    • Respects the others as well as the cultural diversity

    • Ability to create a climate of open communication on personal and professional issues

    • Safety , quality and environmental awareness and managing according to quality standards and procedures

    • Innovation, vision, creativity, taking initiative, problem solving and decision making

    • Ability to build effective relationships with key stakeholders

     

    Language:

    • English Language: excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

    • Afrikaans/Zulu/Xhosa is an advantage.

     

    IT & Systems:

    • Computer literate: must have a high degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Databases, Word Processors, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and Enterprise Resource Planning applications (Maximo/ SAP or equivalent).

     

    4. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures
    • Behaves in a responsible way
    • Lives the values of the company;
    • Undertakes other duties as may be requested within reason.
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    Operations Manager

    Posting date : 04/04/2024

    Requisition ID : 25574


    Operations Manager

    1.  POSITION DETAILS:

    Position Title:

    Operation Manager – AVON Plant

    Reports to:

    Plant Manager

    Department:

    Operations

    Closing date:

    11 April 2024

     

    2.  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Day to day efficient management of all plant operation activities through a team of site based staff according to good utility practice, dispatch instructions, the company rules and procedures, OEM guidelines, legal, environmental, contractual and other requirements;

     

    • Responsible for company safety rules and Permit-to-Work system and driving the safety culture

     

    • Development of the short and long term operation strategy for the plant and the development of capable staff to support that strategy;

     

    • Ensure the operation department staff is selected, mobilized and maintained as required;

     

    • Determine and schedule the resources and requirements for each activity;
    • Ensure that the plant meets safety, availability, reliability, efficiency, generation and budget targets. Communication with load dispatch and fuel dispatch as per Grid Code;
    • Ensures reporting as per contractual and business requirement;

     

    • Responsible for the operations QA/QC and root cause analysis program;

     

    • Administer the safe systems of work through a computerized management program;

     

    • Establish, implement and monitor the adherence to operations procedures and routines;

     

    • Development, achievement and reporting of operation KPI’s and objectives in line with the Business Plan;

     

    • Efficient management of resources, supplies and consumables while controlling the risks to the business;

     

    • Key role in management of the plant operation aspect of all contracts, especially the O&M agreement with the Owner;

     

    • Efficient management of resources, supplies and consumables;

     

    • Establish, implement and monitor a detailed plant thermal efficiency monitoring;

     

    • Prepare, control, analyse and report on the yearly and long term budget and business plan for the operation dept. to the various stakeholders through reporting KPI’s;

     

    • Ensure reporting to all stakeholders as required;

     

    • Coordinate operation activities with administration, maintenance, finance, and Health, Safety and Environment departments

     

    • Establish and facilitate training programs for individual development and competence within the operation department;

     

    • Organize performance evaluation and succession planning for key staff in the operation department;

     

    • Adherence and active participation in establishing, implementing and executing Quality, Health, Safety and Environment policies and standards;

     

    • Maintaining high standards of management, ethics and leadership;

     

    • Continuously improve systems and procedures based on experience

     

     

    3.  HEALTH & SAFETY:

     

    • The Job Holder will work in a controlled hazardous environment.

     

    Work Levels and Conditions and Risks:

    • Work Level 5 (OSHA scale 1 to 6): the tasks that he performs as part of their daily work activities represent risks and are controlled by means of procedures, supervision, safety devices and HSE Teams in such a way that its non-observance that could lead to a serious accident or even death.

     

    Exposure to Risks:

    • Traffic risks, ergonomic risks;
    • Risks inherent to the job of the Operations Manager while performing inspections, site visits, operations and maintenance activities, etc.

     

    Personal Protective Equipment:

    • Hard hat/safety helmet;
    • Ear protection (plugs or ear muffs);
    • Safety glasses;
    • Safety shoes;
    • Cotton work wear;
    • Safety Gloves;

     

    Recommended HPE (Health Protection Equipment):

    • Ergonomic office equipment;

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    4.  JOB CONTEXT:

     

    • Peakers Operations (“the Company”) operates two open cycle peaking power facilities through its O&M Agreements with the Owners of Dedisa Peaking Power Pty Ltd and Avon Peaking Power Pty Ltd;

     

    • Dedisa Peaking Power Plant and Avon Peaking Power Plant has capacity of 342 MW and 685 MW respectively;

     

    • The Company is fully owned by ENGIE with registered office: Block E, Lincolnwood Office Park, Woodlands Drive, Woodmead, 2191, Johannesburg, Republic of South Africa;

     

    • The Owner Company is 38% owned by ENGIE, 25% by Mitsui, 27% by BEE SPV and 10% by BBBEE SPV;

     

    • The projects are Independent Peaking Power Generation projects, having a 15 years Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Eskom Holdings as a single off-taker;

     

    • The Job Holder will be based at the Facility.  

     

     

    5.  MODUS OPERANDI:

    • The Job Holder works as head of the operation department of the Facility and reports to the Plant Manager.

     

    6.  COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

    The Job Holder will work and communicate with:

    • Internal: The Facility Manager, Finance, Administration, Maintenance, Health, Safety and Environment;
    • External:
    • Owner, through the O&M agreement
    • Regional offices of the shareholders
    • Govt. Authorities as required
    • Other Contractual Counterparties, Contractors, Suppliers, Equipment Manufacturers and Vendors.

     

    7.  FRAMEWORKS, BOUNDARIES AND DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY:

    • Operates within the approved budgetary limits and assigned authorities;
    • Approves expenses incurred by team members in the course of performing their duties in accordance with the established Policies.
    • Is part of the approval process for purchase orders, payments, contracts and master data as defined in the Company delegation of authorities, processes, policies and procedures

     

    8.  JOB DIMENSIONS:

    Number of staff supervised:

    Approximate number of Direct Reports:

    • 14

    Position titles of Direct Reports:

    • 4 Shift Charge Engineers
    • 4 Operation Engineers
    • 4 Field Operators
    • 1 Plant Chemist
    • 1 Assistant Plant Operator

    Budget

    Accountable for:

    • Operation budget

     

     

     

     

     

     

    9.  QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

    Essential Qualifications:

     

    • An accredited Mechanical/Electrical Engineering degree
    • Registration as Profession. Engineer an added advantage
    • Relevant management qualification (MDP) is an added advantage
    • Demonstrated competence at engineering level supported by relevant education and training

     

     

    Experience:

     

    • At least 10 year experience in the operation of a large power plant
    • Knowledge and experience of Gas Turbine operation, v94.2 Siemens or Ansaldo units preferred.
    • Leading and managing people
    • Use of safe systems of work
    • Use of computerized management system
    • Engineering concepts and principles
    • Knowledge and application of OHS Act and other relevant Safety regulations
    • Interaction with purchasing, finance and accounting, maintenance, administration
    • Budget control and reporting

     

     

     

    Skills:

    Behavioral:

    • Drive to achieve results through himself and others
    • Ability to build and work with multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary staff
    • Ability to work together with the other departments in order to achieve the best result for the company
    • Take ownership
    • Maintains high ethics standard
    • Motivation and leadership of team and individual team members
    • Respects the others as well as the cultural diversity
    • Seek, organize and exchange information for decision making  and problem solving
    • Ability to create a climate of open communication on personal and professional issues
    • Ability to work autonomously, prioritizing tasks and activities in line with business objectives
    • Quality and environmental awareness and managing according to quality standards and procedures
    • Innovation, vision, creativity, taking initiative, problem solving and decision making
    • A pro-active approach to planning and decision making
    • Ability to build effective relationships with key stakeholders

     

    Language:

     

    • English Language: excellent communication skills both written and verbal;
    • Afrikaans/Zulu is an advantage

     

    IT:

     

    • Computer literate: must have a high degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Databases, Word Processors, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint and Enterprise Resource Planning applications (Maximo/SAP or equivalent);

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    10. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures
    • Behaves in a responsible way
    • Lives the values of the company;
    • Undertakes other duties as may be requested within reason.
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