Tech Officer: DC Power (CNFO)

Date: 25 Nov 2024

Location: George, Western Cape, ZA

Company: Company

Structural Information

Job number:                     10005138

Job title:                             Tech Officer: DC Power (CNFO)

Job grade:                          OP1

Group/ BU:                       Openserve

Division:                             Openserve

Span of control:               0

Reports to:                        Management

REM Functional Area:    Technical

Core Description

Perform acceptance/ commissioning/ repairs/ installation/ recoveries/ projects and maintenance activities on Telkom's power equipment, at operational level, to ensure Telkom's network reliability at all times.

Job Responsibilities

OUTPUT 1
Repaired Equipment/ System
SUB-OUTPUTS
Receive and analyse fault information
Diagnose fault/ identify requirements and source spares
Repair fault/take corrective action
Conduct functionality tests
Update records
Provide report back/ recommendations
RANGE
Power Equipment
Solar and Wind turbine
Batteries
Network Management system
Earthing and Bonding
Distribution reticulation
Add hoc Projects
Rectifiers
Alternative Systems
OUTPUT 2
Installed Equipment/ System
SUB-OUTPUTS
Receive and analyse request for installation
Obtain installation details
Install equipment / system
Evaluate information on software/ hardware
Configure software/ hardware
Perform functional test
Update records
Provide report back/ recommendations
RANGE
Power Equipment
Solar and Wind turbine
Batteries
Network Management Systems
Earthing and Bonding
Distribution reticulation
Add hoc Projects
Rectifiers
Alternative Systems
OUTPUT 3
Recovered Equipment/ System
SUB-OUTPUTS
Receive and analyse request for recovery
Recover equipment
Scrap/return equipment
Store instruments/equipment
Update records
Reconfigure network elements
Provide report back/ recommendations
RANGE
Power Equipment
Solar and Wind turbine
Batteries
Network Management Systems
Earthing and Bonding
Distribution reticulation
Add hoc Projects
Rectifiers
Alternative Systems
OUTPUT 4
Commissioned / Accepted Installations
SUB-OUTPUTS
Receive specification / requirement
Confirm equipment requirement
Perform quality conformance test / audits
Perform functional quality tests
Test alarms and remote management
Ensure Certificate of compliance is issued Cut over equipment
Perform final quality and acceptance tests
Complete administration
Provide report back/ recommendations
RANGE
Power Equipment
Solar and Wind turbine
Batteries
Network Management Systems
Earthing and Bonding
Distribution reticulation
Add hoc Projects
Rectifiers
Alternative Systems
OUTPUT 5
Maintained Equipment/ Systems/ Perform routines
SUB-OUTPUTS
Monitor equipment/system performance
Determine maintenance/ TBI activities
Execute maintenance/ TBI activities
Provide assistance on request
Update records
Conduct audits
Provide report back/ recommendations
RANGE
Power equipment
Batteries
Rectifiers
Network Management Systems
Distribution reticulation
Add hoc Projects
Alternative Systems
Solar Systems and Wind Turbines
 

Core Competencies

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE
Installation/ Maintenance Procedures; Power; Mechanical Aids; Internet Working Protocols; Safety & EMS Regulation & Standards; Network Management Systems; Power DC and AC
FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
Testing Techniques; Planning; Computer Configuration; Organizing Techniques; Decision Making; Problem Solving; Interpersonal; Analytical; Computer Literacy; Communication; Technical& Test Eq Handling; Techniques; Technical Design; Mast and Tower Climbing; Database Maintenance and Administration; Software Testing and Upgrading; Planning and Administration
ATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
Accurate; Supportive; Team Player; Dedicated; Quality Awareness; Responsible; Pro-active

Certifications

  • Electrical Certificate Phase 1 - 2

Education

  • NQF 6: 3 year Diploma/ National Diploma
  • OR NQF 4: Grade 12 in Mathematics or Science

Experience

  • 6 months/ 1 Year relevant experience
  • OR 3 years relevant experience

Additional Information

Special Requirements

  • Valid Drivers license
  • Ability to work after hours
  • After hours call out (stand by)
  • Ability to work overtime
  • Prepared to travel

Physical Requirements

  • Colour Vision
  • Work at Heights
  • Work in Confined Spaces

Key Stakeholders