Generator Electrician - Cape Town, South Africa - SFG Engineering Services

SFG Engineering Services

Verified Company

Cape Town, South Africa

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Job requirements:

N4-N6 Electrical certificate
Electrician Trade Test Certificate
Wiremen's license
At least 2 years of experience as an Electrician in a generator manufacturing environment
Valid driver's license & preferable code
10 license with PrDP being advantageous.
Must be prepared to work shifts, public holidays, and weekends.
Willing to travel long distances.
Experience in working with DEEPSEA controllers.

Job responsibilities:

To install, test, maintain, and repair diesel generators, and fixtures, using test equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
To diagnose malfunctioning electrical systems related to diesel generators, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
Be able to identify correct parts/spares to source for generator repairs.
To make connections of wires, and load cables to other components.
To inspect diesel generators, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with current regulations.
To test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices, to ensure compatibility and safety of the system.
Conducting field visits in the case of an emergency or sudden breakdown even after hours as per the standby schedule.
To perform diesel generator preventative maintenance inspections as per company procedure and checklist, completing the job card and entering all abnormalities on the job card.
To perform diesel generator minor and major services as per company procedure and checklist, completing the job card and entering all abnormalities on the job card.
To perform diesel generator, site commissioning, load testing, and mains failure testing as per company procedures.
To perform dummy load tests on diesel generators as per company procedures and complete test result documentation.
To perform installation and testing of diesel generator remote monitoring devices.
To perform programming and fault finding related to diesel generator controllers (clear alarms, set parameters and download log, etc.)
To undertake personal professional development activities and attend statutory training as required fulfilling your duties.
Ensure company assets are always in good condition.
Complete the inspection checklist on Generators, vehicles, and other company equipment.

Ensure communications on all company platforms, taking pictures, updating groups on time with time-stamped camera pictures, providing ETA and updates frequently, and resolutions in job cards daily.