Operations

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
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Commitment to quality workmanship

Deadline:27th October,2026

Key skills

MatricNational Certificate (NCV)

At a glance

Company

South African Airways (SAA)

Location

Gauteng, south-africa

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

October 27, 2026

Created

October 26, 2026