Transformer Maintenance Technician needed at SydSen Recruit
Job title : Transformer Maintenance Technician
Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : May 14, 2025
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Responsibilities:
- Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on power transformers, including inspections, diagnostics, and repairs.
- Service and troubleshoot on-load (OLTC) and off-load tap changers, preferably MR systems (e.g. VACUTAP).
- Perform advanced diagnostic tests such as DGA, SFRA, insulation resistance, and TTR.
- Execute transformer oil sampling, filtration, and degassing processes.
- Provide accurate and detailed maintenance, inspection, and test reports.
- Coordinate effectively with mine clients and internal technical teams.
- Support transformer installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
- Comply with mine site safety rules and company procedures.
- Participate in continuous training on MR technologies and transformer best practices.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Strong ability to interpret technical manuals and electrical drawings.
- Excellent troubleshooting and field problem-solving skills.
- Able and willing to work on a rotational basis (3 months in DRC, 2 weeks off).
- Good communication skills in English and / or French (both is an advantage).
- Valid passport and international travel readiness.
- Driver’s license is an asset.
- Familiarity with transformer testing equipment (e.g. Omicron, Megger).
- Experience with transformer protection systems and auxiliary controls.
- Knowledge of IEC / IEEE transformer maintenance standards.
- Prior experience working on mine sites or remote industrial environments.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Education:- Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical field.
- Experience:- Minimum 10 years hands-on experience in transformer maintenance, including extensive work on tap changers.
- Proven expertise in diagnosing, repairing and maintaining OLTC and DETC systems.
- Experience with MR tap changers and diagnostic tools is highly desirable.
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