Maintenance Engineer (Substations)

The Maintenance Engineer (Substations) is responsible for ensuring efficient operation, reliability, and safety of primary transmission substation equipment including power transformers, auxiliary systems, voltage regulating equipment, and switchgear. The role involves planning and executing preventative and corrective maintenance activities to minimise downtime and maintain optimal performance. Reports to the Senior Maintenance Engineer (Substations). Duties, Roles and Responsibilities - Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for substation equipment. - Respond promptly to breakdowns and emergency repairs. - Perform routine inspections of substation equipment and systems. - Monitor equipment performance and identify improvement opportunities. - Maintain records of equipment performance and maintenance history. - Install and commission substation plants, equipment, and auxiliary circuits. - Conduct risk assessments before maintenance activities and enforce safe working practices. - Compile and update a database of all substation drawings, plant equipment, tools, and consumables. - Manage the substation maintenance unit testing equipment store. - Prepare job reports and weekly/monthly maintenance progress reports.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; Professional certification in electrical engineering or power systems is an advantage; Minimum of 5 years of experience in substation maintenance, preferably in high-voltage transmission systems; Strong knowledge of power transformers, switchgear, and auxiliary systems; Experience in developing and implementing preventative maintenance schedules; Proficiency in risk assessment and safe working practices; Ability to compile and manage technical databases; Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.