Electrical Engineer (ref#EE001)

A leading Chemical Manufacturing Plant in Durban requires the services of an Electrical Engineer.

Main job function

• Analyze and identify under-performing equipment, plant and process systems and put measures in place to increase optimization
• Evaluation of electrical maintenance spares and ensures that minimum stock levels are maintained
• Provide technical support to Line Management and participate in project teams
• Ensure proper planned electrical maintenance and conduct preventative maintenance and root cause problem solving
• Ensure legal electrical engineering compliance
• Effectively deal with electrical breakdowns and ensure optimum availability vs downtime
• Continuously improve electrical SOP‘s and other relevant documentation
• Conduct electrical risk assessments daily
• Ensure that daily electrical inspections are diligently carried out
• Install and maintain good housekeeping practices
• Stay abreast of technological advancements in relevant discipline
• Ensure quality control of product and workmanship including site audits
• Implement corrective action plans and implementation strategy from audit findings
• Prepare and present incident reports to management
• Maintaining an ongoing dialogue with the HOD and other key team members, keeping them abreast of all activities, developments and challenges on site

Qualifications

• Matric
• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Experience/Criteria

• 5-10 years maintenance/electrical experience in a chemical manufacturing environment or similar
• Must have SAP knowledge
• Must be computer literate
• Solid supervisory experience and ability to motivate team members
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good planning and organizing skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent presentation skills
• The ability to write clear reports and keep accurate records