Stc - High Tension Electrician (orhvs) Saa Technical (12 Months)
South African Airways (SAA)·Gauteng, south-africa·Full Time·Contract
OperationsFull TimeContract
-Closes Oct 27, 2026
Job Purpose
The incumbent's role is to operate, inspect, maintain, fault-find, repair and ensure statutory compliance of all Medium Voltage (MV) and High Voltage (HV) electrical infrastructure within SAA facilities.
The incumbent will act as the designated Operator Responsible for High Voltage Systems (ORHVS) and ensure the safe operation, switching, isolation, maintenance and reliability of critical power systems supplying SAA & SAAT facilities and operational environments.
Principal Accountabilities
Perform HV switching and isolation
Act as an operator responsible for High Voltage Systems (ORHVS) for all HV systems
Authorise and control HV permits
Ensure safe restoration of power following outages
Execute Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM)
Perform infrastructure inspections
Conduct fault-finding and repairs
Ensure reliability of electrical assets
Ensure compliance with OHSA and SANS standards
Manage electrical permits and isolations
Conduct risk assessments
Maintain statutory records and testing certificates
Supervise HV contractors
Witness testing and commissioning
Verify contractor compliance and workmanship
Assess condition of electrical assets
Identify replacement requirements
Develop lifecycle replacement recommendations
Qualifications & Experience
Grade 12/Matric or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 4
Trade Test Certificate: Electrician (Red Seal) essential
N4 - N6 Electrical Engineering will be an advantage
Valid Driver's Licence
ORHVS Appointment and Competency Certification essential
2 - 3 years post-trade electrical experience, where 1 - 2 years in medium voltage/ high voltage environments
Experience within airport, industrial, utilities, manufacturing, petrochemical, mining or critical infrastructure facilities
Experience in electrical substations, RMUs, transformers, HV/MV switchgear, SCADA/BMS systems, UPS and critical power systems and facilities management environments
Knowledge and Skills
ORHVS Regulations
High-Voltage (HV) systems
Substation Operations
Transformers and switchgear
Protection systems
Electrical Safety Standards
Permit-to-Work procedures
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Risk management
Electrical schematics and drawings
High-Voltage switching operations
Fault finding and diagnostics
Electrical troubleshooting
Electrical equipment testing
Preventative and corrective maintenance execution
Equipment isolation and restoration
Risk assessment and hazard identification
Technical report writing
Planning and organising
Computer literacy
Problem-solving skills
Effective communication skills
Critical Power Systems Maintenance
SCADA and Building Management Systems (BMS)
Medium-Voltage (MV) Electrical Systems
Safety compliance and regulatory adherence
Facilities maintenance and asset management
Attributes
Safety conscious
High level of responsibility and accountability
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently
Ability to perform effectively under pressure
Reliable and dependable
Team player
Strong work ethic
Commitment to safety compliance
Professional integrity
Proactive and self-motivated
Strong time management skills
Adaptability and flexibility
Sound judgment and decision-making
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to follow procedures and standards
Customer service orientation
Resilience and composure in high-risk environments