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Operating Division : Transnet Freight Rail
Position Title : Technical Supervisor
Employee Group : Permanent
Department : RN-CEN-EXEC-ELE-Subs Distribution-DSL
Location : Danskraal
Reporting To : Production Manager
Grade Level : G
Reference Number : 50009569
Position Purpose :
To maintain the traction and transmission line substations (and associated equipment) and Rail Network electrical assets to
ensure availability and efficient supply for the continuous running of trains and other operational requirements in accordance
with safety and business standards. Perform standby duties. Responsible for the training and safety of subordinates.
Position outputs :
- Manage budget
- Coach and guide subordinates
- Issue work and test permits
- Reports and documentation
- Ensure safe working conditions
- Complete construction and project work
- Maintain substation, OHTE, signal supplies and Rail network electrical assets
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Qualifications Experience :
- Qualified Master Electrician 3kv DC traction substations, 11kv transmission lines and substations
- Valid License, Category A Brown certificate for 3 kv DC substations and 11 kv Transmission line equipment
- Valid Code EB vehicle drivers licence and competent to drive such a vehicle
- Valid Working at heights certificate
- Valid First Aid certificate
Competencies :
Skills
- Teamwork and team leading
- Equipment handling
- Materials management
- Analytical ability and problem solving
- Reading and understanding electrical power and schematic diagrams
Attitudes
- Supportive
- Results orientated
- Integrity
- Safety conscious
- Quality orientated
Capabilities
- Working at heights
- Visual acuity
- Physically fit
- Not claustrophobic
“NB: The candidate must meet the minimum inherent health requirements of the job”
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