Electrician

1. Purpose of the Role
To provide electrical services on site with specific responsibility for identifying repair and/or replacement needs,
installing, repairing, maintaining and upgrading electrical systems and equipment.
2. Key Responsibilities
2.1. Electrical Maintenance

• Analyse blue prints and drawings of electrical systems for the purpose of determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems.
• Inspect electrical systems and their components for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending preventative maintenance.
• Repair electrical components and/or systems (eg. motors, circuits, transformers, generators, compressors, switches, kitchen equipment, etc).
• Respond to emergency situations during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Diagnose causes of electrical problems or failures for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair.
• Prepare written materials such as repair status and activity logs for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information.

2.2. Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality Compliance

• Maintain a safe and secure working environment.
• Comply with health and safety procedures.
• Ensure all HSE safety regulations are adhered to by all employees.
• Maintain and enforce safety procedures, including all lockout and safe work procedures.
• Maintain direct working relationship with HSE officers and maintenance team.
• Participate in the continuing development of transparent health and safety systems and procedures.
• Commit to the growth and maintenance of a positive risk management culture and assist staff where necessary.
• Support health and safety training initiatives and delver components where appropriate.
• Actively participate in the Health and Safety Committees.

2.3. Effective Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising and self-development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Manage colleagues’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.

3. KPIs

• Health & safety compliance
• Reactive response time
• Legislative compliance
• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) quality
• Average SLA compliance rate
• Emergency parts order costs
• Emergency response and resolution time

KNOWLEDGE/COMPETENCE

• What skills, knowledge, and/or attributes are necessary to perform the role?

1. Knowledge

• Knowledge of principles and methods used in installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and components
• Knowledge of maintenance planning and administratio
• Knowledge of electrical code books and manuals
• Mechanical and electrical functioning of machinery
• Equipment maintenance principles and practice
• Preventative maintenance and control
• Water treatment plant operations
• Sewerage treatment plant operations
• Workplace health and safety practices
• Applicable bylaws and procedures

2. Skills

• Verbal and written communication
• Computer literacy
• Interpersonal
• Logical thinking
• Interpersonal

3. Attributes

• Integrity
• Tolerant of stress and pressure
• Attention to detail
• Deadline driven
• Able to prioritize
• Service orientated

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Diploma/qualification in electrical repair and maintenance or a related diploma/qualification
• Trade test qualified
• 6 years’ experience in in commercial/industrial electrical maintenance