Electrician

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Job Description

Solomon Islands Electricity Authority (SIEA) trading as Solomon Power is a state-owned enterprise established under the Electricity Act 1969 and governed by the State-Owned Enterprises Act 2007 and the associated regulations. Solomon Power owns, maintains, and operates the country’s national electricity grid. Solomon Power generates, transmits, distributes and sells electricity in the Solomon Islands.

The Electrician supports the team in the safe, effective and efficient delivery of key team outcomes especially in the area of maintenance and repair of electrical plants and auxiliary equipment. This position reports to the Electrical Engineering Coordinator.

Outcomes

Organisational Stakeholders
1. Operations and maintenance of all electrical plants and auxiliary equipment on a daily basis is professional and effective
Major maintenance and repair of all electrical plants and auxiliary equipment in Honiara and Out-Stations is complete and timely  Attendance to major power failure in the generation plant in Honiara and Out-Station is timely and effective Condition and performance monitoring of electrical plants as planned for daily basis carried out in a timely and effective manner Daily maintenance of safe housekeeping practices at the Electrical Workshop ensured Technical support on team assignments and activities is professional and timely Technical support to Senior Electrician in repair and maintenance. Fault investigations and root cause analysis Operators and mechanical team on electrical related defects
2. Well informed technical management
The Assistant Electrical Engineers and Electrical Engineer are informed of any technical issues relating to electrical related matters in a complete and timely fashion. Daily and weekly progress reports on workplans are accessible, complete and timely Tracking for outstanding action items is systematic and follow through information Documents provided to the electrical team in a timely fashion
3. Internal stakeholders are OHS and compliance aware and competent
Internal stakeholders are aware of and educated in systems, processes and procedures of the Electrical Department Sound advice is provided as well as on the job training’ to electricians
4. Compliance with the prevailing laws and organisational policies and procedures at all times
All works with electrical plants and auxiliaries’ installation works; commissioning and re-commissioning are carried out in compliance with electricity regulation and wiring standards Observation on all safety standards and regulations is timely and action taken or reported when required Wearing of proper safety protection gear (PPE) and the use of equipment is in compliance with AS/NZ3000 at all times
5. Customer Service is efficient and effective
Effective delivery of the organisation’s service quality commitments to internal stakeholders and customers Assistance to other departments supports excellent customer service and is effective and timely
6. A safe and healthy work environment
Reasonable care of own health and safety and for the safety of other people, including people working under incumbent's supervision or direction who may be affected by his or her acts or omissions at the workplace is ensured at all times Compliance with lawful directions given by Solomon Power or one of its responsible officers with respect to health and safety under current safety acts and regulations is ensured at all times
7. Environmental management is compliant, efficient and effective at all times
Compliance with all mandated environmental management systems and procedures ensured Compliance with lawful directions given by any person employed by Solomon Power fulfilling the requirements of the environmental systems ensured Reporting, enhancement and assistance in the management and function of the environmental systems ensured
8. Organisational Values promoted and demonstrated at all times
Support of the environment aligning deliverables to organisational values and strategic directions ensured Compliance with organisational values and good corporate and governance practices in delivering outcomes ensured

Responsibilities - Critical Competencies

Competence	Description
Business
Risk Management	Analyse and manage risk.
Planning	Deliver results by developing, reviewing or following a work plan, action plan or operational plan.
Systems and Procedures	Develop and/or apply procedures to assist the organisation achieve its goals.
Documentation	Communicate using formal business writing.
Customer
Customer Commitment	Demonstrate a commitment to customer service - both internal and external customers.
Commercial Focus	Optimize the commercial viability of the organisation.
Quality Focus	Deliver quality.
People
Team Orientation	Work in a team towards a common aim.
Problem Solving	Develop practical solutions to a situation.
Self-Management	Manage your priorities and objectives efficiently and effectively
Professional
Technical Strength	Demonstrate knowledge of a specialist discipline.
Compliance	Comply with relevant laws and the policies and procedures of the organisation.
Technology Application	Apply technology.
Operational
Equipment Operation	Control the operation of specialised equipment, plant or vehicles to satisfy the demands of the assignment.
Maintenance	Monitor and/or maintain equipment, plant or vehicles in sound operating order.
Health and Safety	Establish and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Qualifications

Qualification	Discipline	Notes
Preferred
Certificate	Electrical Engineering with specialisation in Power Systems, Electrician
Preferred
Diploma	Electrician

Work Knowledge and Experience

1. Appreciation and knowledge of safety policies, procedures and requirements
2. Good teamwork & interpersonal skills
3. At least a years' experience in a similar position
4. Knowledge of High Voltage (HV) systems, Transformers, HV switchgear, protection systems and switching operations
5. Understanding of DC systems, battery banks, inverters ad charging systems
6. Working knowledge of AS/NZS3000 wiring rules and LV wiring
7. Demonstrated knowledge of generator controls and ancillary equipment
8. Computer literate

Requirements

Language Proficiency
Excellent command of English (written and oral)
Understands and speaks Pidgin
Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Driver’s License
Registered Licensed Electrician

Interactions

Interaction	Comments
Internal
Staff of Electrical Engineering Division
Other Solomon Power staff
External
Customers

Attributes

Attribute	Definition
Behavioural Styles
Reliable	Is able to be trusted to do what is expected or has been promised, puts in a great amount of effort believing in the value of work.
Resilient	Cope positively with stress and catastrophe. Bounces back from setbacks, mistakes or misfortunes.
Detail oriented	Attends to the small elements of a task/activity, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Punctuality	Completes a required task or fulfils an obligation before or at a previously designated time
Interpersonal Styles
Perceptive	Shows keen insight and understanding of issues or situations.
Team Oriented	Enjoys being with others as part of a group or team.
Realistic	Shows concern for facts and reality, rejecting the impractical.
Thinking Styles
Analytic	Able to separate things into their constituent elements in order to study or examine them, draw conclusions, or solve problems.
Disciplined/Systematic	Is controlled in conduct, shows an orderly pattern of behaviour, following a methodical and thorough approach.
Initiative	Acts and makes decisions without the help or advice of other people.
Concrete thinker	Focuses on the tangible experiences of actual things or events.