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Electrical Engineering Technician - Railway/Locomotive

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Full-time
On-site
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Introduction

Phakisa Holdings is currently seeking Electrical Engineering Technicians in the Railway / Automotive / High Voltage / Locomotive industry for the following areas:



  • Port Elizabeth 

  • Ermelo 

  • Richardsbay 

  • Kimberley

  • Troubleshooting of products at customer site in order to ensure their availability.

  • Provide technical expertise to subcontractors, warranty support team, project team members and less experienced personnel.

  • High Voltage Environment 


 


Duties & Responsibilities


  1. Effective performance of Troubleshooting, repairs, Field modifications and testing activities



  • Carry out Troubleshooting during PI period as well as Pre-warranty & Commissioning (and Validation & Certification if applicable), including investigation and repair

  • Carry out Fleet check activities through TCMS data analysis and physical inspections

  • Reports & register any deviation (failure/event) in Failure Management data base including configuration data

  • Support operation helpdesk

  • Execute test & troubleshooting procedures to evaluate system performance and performs failure analysis on parts to be returned for repair

  • Adhere to all Fleet Maintenance and Product Introduction processes, procedures and relevant SOP’s during the performance of work activity and presence on work sites.

  • Support / execute Implementation of Field Modifications and repairs as needed

  • Support specific technical investigations by Engineering or internal/external Suppliers to improve reliability, availability and general performance of the 23E locomotive fleet

  • Identify and recommends preventative and corrective actions

  • Advises PI management regarding customer satisfaction, product performance, and suggestions for product enhancements

  • Ensure good information flow about interventions & operations within Troubleshooting team to support shift transition, if needed

  • Lead Troubleshooter team, if needed


Compliance and adherence to Environment, Health, Safety and Quality rules, procedures and policies at all times.



  • Ensure that all quality standards are always met

  • Follow depot/site procedures and instructions, both from the Company and from the customer

  • Ensure that quality standards of components are met

  • Implement 8D Practices and PPS Practices as and when required

  • Ensure Zero outstanding NCR’s

  • Locomotive Configuration – Ensure serialized numbers are logged in MAXIMO / GSI

  • I-Forms – Attend to I-Forms; Raise product related Issues; Report Incidents and Complete Actions

  • Comply with all safety related training and ensure up to date certifications as required i.e. working at heights

  • Report any and all safety concerns as per Company procedure

  • Collaborate with EHS and Quality teams to ensure we put safety first and maintain first class quality


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  • Accurate and up to date Reporting and Data management

  • Initiate work through Maximo, update, and close work orders on Maximo /GSI

  • Ensure that test documentation are filled out and placed in  data file

  • Ensure that accurate reporting of work performed are done on MAXIMO / GSI.

  • Ensure accurate and comprehensive reporting after testing activities

  • Ensure that routine testing and type testing documents are completed

  • Ensure comprehensive and accurate failure reporting are done

  • Ensure proper record keeping

  • Support the Commissioning Engineer with reporting where required


 


Model the AIR values of the Company and always act ethically and compliant




  •  Continually model Alstoms AIR values



  • Follow through to ensure that personal quality and productivity standards are consistently and accurately maintained

  • Make an effort to stay relevant and up-to-date with legislation, new developments, product knowledge, policies and procedures etc

  • Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities as well as demonstrate effective self-management

  • Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback

  • Handle stress in ways that do not negatively impact others

  • Continually share and communicate learnings

  • Be proactive in anticipating potential problems and continually monitor progress to ensure small details are not missed

  • Comply with Alstoms Ethics and Compliance procedure

  • Complete performance management assessment

  • Take ownership of own development and comply with any mandatory learnings instructed by the Company

  • Always put safety first

  • Instructs and directs contractors in facilitating repairs if needed

  • Conducts peer reviews of PI activities and provide technical leadership if requested

  • Perform fleet check to ensure quality when required

  • Contribute to Return of Experience​​​​​​​


Desired Experience & Qualification

B.Tech Engineer (Electrical / Electromechanical 


Railway Training / Qualifications