Job Description

Job Title: Substation Electrician

Reporting to: Site Supervisor / Manager

Business Unit: Substations

Role

Working on electrical substation projects both new build and refurbishment. Individuals will need to be highly flexible in respect of day-to-day work requirements and working away from home.

Responsibilities & Duties

Including but not limited to the following:

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and components in substations.

• Perform routine inspections and testing of electrical systems to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.

• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues in a timely and efficient manner.

• Collaborate with other team members to ensure project deadlines are met.

• Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.

• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment including:

• Relevant safety policies and procedures.

• Oil handling / testing procedures.

• SF6 gas handling procedures.

• Use of access / lifting equipment procedures.

• Assisting in delivery of new substation construction and refurbishment programmes through:

• Installation, glanding and termination of multicore control and protection cabling.

• Installation of control and protection panels.

• Reading and interpreting schematic diagrams.

• Installation of switchgear.

• Installation of support structures and associated equipment (CT’s, VT’s, busbars, circuit breakers, disconnects etc).

• Installation of transformers.

• Obtaining and working under appropriate safety rules and authorisations.

• Pre-commissioning of electrical installations.

• Earthing of HV plant and equipment.

• New connections and extensions at various sites.

• Working on commercial HV customers plant and equipment as and when required

• Ensuring compliance with all agreed customer requirements.

• Completing high quality work on time and within budget.

• Using initiative to improve on product delivery.

• Liaise in a courteous and professional manner with all client representatives and other third parties.

Governance:

Interfaces and relationships with key stakeholders:

· Site Manager / Supervisor.

· Site Fitters and Apprentices.

· Sub-Contractors.

· Third Party Workforces that may be affected by our works.

· Project Team (Safety and Design).

· Project Manager.

Person Specification – Qualifications and experience:

Essential

· Qualified Electrician.

· Ability to read and work off schematic diagrams, with a knowledge of control and protection systems.

· Experience of installation and termination of SWA (Single Wire Armoured) and NYCY (Copper Sheath) Multicore and Communications cables.

· High level manual dexterity and technical ability with proven experience in wiring panels within relevant environment.

· Working knowledge of AC / DC Systems.

· Ability to work well in a close knit and highly motivated team.

· Ability to work on own initiative with willingness to be accountable for their work.

· High Safety ethic.

· Positive attitude.

· Excellent Customer / Commercial focus.

· Results orientation.

· First Class Planning / Organisational skills.

· Highly flexible / adaptable attitude towards day-to-day activities and hours / work locations.

Desirable

· Relevant experience within the utility contracting environment on 220kv / 110kv / 38kv Substations.

· Ability and confidence to carry out pre-commissioning checks on electrical systems.

· Previous supervisory experience.

· SSSTS.

Must also possess:

· Basic reading, writing and maths skills.

· Relevant accreditations for role.

· Good understanding of reading and understanding drawings and documents.

· Have/maintain a level of training, experience & Qualifications for your role, as expected / outlined by Omexom.

· Computer literate in line with Omexom system.

· Knowledge of substation health and safety procedures.

· CSCS.

Competencies – Required skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• The ability to receive instructions to undertake tasks safely.

• Have a basic understanding of major substation plant and equipment.

• High attention to detail.

• Understand and interpret RAMS, drawings and safety documents.

• Have correct training, experience, and competence to carry out tasks as required by your management.

• The ability to drive.

  In line with Omexom’s values, the jobholder must have the following qualities:

  Team Spirit & Generosity – able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support, and drive performance.

  Trust and Empowerment – enjoy managing their responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally.

  Integrity and Responsibility – enjoy taking responsibility for their duties and managing these effectively to ensure efficient high-quality results.

  Innovation & Entrepreneurship – continually strive to improve processes and introduce new initiatives to improve efficiency.