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Protection Engineer (MV and HV Networks) – Experienced

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Boksburg, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 4 hours ago

Full-time Engineering Code 08

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Job Description

Power has to be safe, reliable and legal. The municipal electricity department in Boksburg needs you to make it so. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

Home base is a municipal electricity department on the Boksburg side of Gauteng. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

What you'll actually do

Plan maintenance for switchgear, transformers and motor control centres
Inspect installations and sign off compliance on completion
Guide technicians and contractors on site during commissioning
Investigate power quality problems with a power analyser
Keep single line diagrams and as-built drawings up to date
Draw up tender specifications and bills of quantities for electrical works

What you need

ECSA registration as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate
Experience with at least one power system or lighting design package
Strong understanding of SANS 10142 and the Electrical Installation Regulations
Able to write clear technical reports and specifications

On offer

Vehicle allowance for site work
Paid professional registration and training
Flexible hours on design days

How to apply for this job

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Boksburg really suit you before you apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: ID copy, certified within three months, academic record showing your electrical subjects plus ECSA registration letter.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Boksburg.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

If you are a candidate, add how close you are to Pr Eng and who your mentor is.
Name the software you use for power system studies and lighting design. Consultants screen for exact tools.