Plant Performance Engineer

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Good general health, capable of accessing all parts of the plant in dusty and humid conditions
● Not suffering from claustrophobia

QUALIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED
● Degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
● PC Skills, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
● Good knowledge of thermodynamics in plant performance
● Must have good analytical skills for events, trends, and patterns or able to do trouble shooting.
● Good technical report writing skills.
● Capable of doing root cause analysis and risk assessment
● Relevant previous Power Plant or Energy related Engineering experience an added
advantage.
● Knowledge of Vib1, Vib2, Vib3, Bearing Failure analysis, thermography, electrical motor
analysis, root cause analysis, basic Tribology and vibrations software would be an added
advantage.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
● At least 5 years’ experience in Plant Performance work
● At least 5 years’ experience in coal fired power stations
● Demonstrated experience in operation and maintenance of coal fired power stations with special
emphasis on problem analysis and solutions in this environment.
● Experience in plant efficiency optimisation
● Experience in auto control systems an added advantage
● Mechanical, Instrumental, Electrical interface – i.e. multi skilled
● Vibration capturing and monitoring of rotating equipment
● Capturing, processing and analysis of operational data
● Good knowledge of power plant systems
● Plant performance and optimisation
● Incident investigation
● Strong ability to communicate across multiple levels of Management
CORE FUNCTIONS:
 Advice on plant inspections outcomes to lessen defects contributing to poor plant performance
 Assess the power generation system equipment performance, providing technical advice to support
plant operating objectives, and supporting plant staff to monitor and improve unit efficiencies.
 Develop performance tests needed to assess equipment and process performance by comparing and
analyzing data on trends, shifts logs, and any abnormalities.
 Prepare reports and ensure they are properly submitted within the required timeframes.
 Assist Operations department in continually monitoring overall plant equipment performance to
recommend best operating practices and initiate changes to improve plant performance to ensure that
key energy consumption and production targets are met.
 Monitor plant parameters to optimise boiler/turbine/auxiliary plant performance
 Monitor operating and maintenance practices to ensure overall plant availability and reliability
 Monitor Turbine/Boiler/Auxiliary plant water losses for water use efficiency
 Carry out measurement and testing to calibrate Cation, Anion, Mixed bed and scrubber controls
 Identify Diepsloot water plant, Outside plant, Rand water and cooling water system performance
measurements problem areas
 Analyse start-up and shut down of Boiler/Turbine/Auxiliary plant equipment to ensure long term plant
health and identify any challenges that require attention.
 Capture all required performance data daily and analyse it to generate a report.
 Keep track of CM’s to investigate failures
 Assist with special testing of plant equipment
 Provide professional advice and assistance to all aspects of plant operation
 Lead and investigate plant deviations then provide corrective measures
 Be prepared to undergo identified relevant training initiatives
 Actively participate and encourage good housekeeping, teamwork and upholding of superior standards
and general maintenance in your plant
 Actively participate & contribute to the success of the company and its people by adopting and living
the values and principles of the company
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Performance Engineer
 Be fully conversant with & adhere to general and plant safety regulations
 Be flexible & willing to learn and assist in all aspects of operations & maintenance
 Propose plant modifications where needed
 Monitor overall water mass balance flow meter to identity water losses
 Operating and maintenance procedures drafting and revising
 Liaise with the primary energy department to ensure proper loading with available input energy

Engineering Manager

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QUALIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED
● Relevant Professional Engineering degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering) or equivalent
● Must be registered as a Professional Engineer with relevant Professional Institutions.
● Must have a relevant management qualification.
● Good knowledge and understanding of budgeting practices
● Specialized knowledge and understanding of power plant processes and associated plant machinery
and equipment
● Possession of Government Certificate of Competency for Factories and Machinery is highly desirable
● PC Skills, Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and Outlook, Maximo,
Engineering Manager 2

FUNDAMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
 Able to multi-task, manage and control multiple projects
● Must be committed and self-motivated and capable of leading and motivating others in a Team
● Able to work without supervision
● Must constantly demonstrate a “whatever it takes” attitude
● Knowledge & understanding of OHS Act and KPS Plant Safety Regulations & Codes
● Demonstrated effective project management skills

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
● Minimum of five to eight years managerial experience in coal fired power stations
● Demonstrated experience in engineering and operations of coal fired power stations with special
emphasis on successfully integrating modern and original equipment technology
● Previous supervisory experience managing people in an engineering team based environment
● Experience in assessing or improving the remnant life of power plants

CORE FUNCTIONS
● Ensure compliance with statutory inspection and testing requirements
● Ensure that the plant is operated and maintained in accordance with your appointment under the OHS
Act
● Assume responsibility for plant wide Safety program including design, implementation, review and
compliance
● Take responsibility for investigation and follow up of all accidents and incidents which are reported.
Ensure accidents are reported to Plant Manager and, if necessary, relevant governmental
agencies
● Assume overall responsibility for root cause analysis of plant failures, development of solutions and
advice to Production and Maintenance Managers
● Provide advice in the development of Operations and Maintenance procedures and strategic spares
stocking
● Assume responsibility for all engineering and enhancement projects which fall outside the
Maintenance function
● Review and provide final approval of work scope, adjudication of contracts, contract content, and final
acceptance in consultation with Maintenance and Production Manager
● Take responsibility for all EPC contracts, act as custodian to ensure compliance, changes and
approvals are adequately reviewed and records are kept
● Prioritize projects and deploy resources necessary to achieve timely completion
● Develop working knowledge of the PPA
● Provide advice for the design and implementation of maintenance and operating procedures for all
plant and equipment
● Provide advice on necessary operations and maintenance training requirements
● Ensure that environmental permit monitoring and reporting requirements are complied with, and
investigate and rectify any deviations from permit limits
● Monitor and improve the plant performance in accordance with design specifications to achieve
optimum plant life
● Monitor and improve plant efficiency and provide advice to Maintenance and Production Teams
● Communicate and liase with Production and Maintenance Manager in respect of defects or unusual
occurrences which require further investigation
● Act as custodian of Annual Production and Outage Plan and communicate plan to City Power
● Effectively delegate responsibilities to Team Members and ensure those charged accurately and
timeously carry out assigned tasks
● Assist in renewal of Coal Supply contracts
● Provide advice, analysis and reporting service on water chemistry, coal and ash quality
● Ensure maximum and accurate utilization of Maximo system and the IT system to support the entire
Engineering function
● Assume overall responsibility for IT system, Maximo system and engineering records and archive
● Coordinate contracting of external engineering resources
● Compile, analyse and provide advice on plant failure statistics
● Assist the Maintenance and Production Managers in developing work scopes for planned and forced
outages.
● Maximize plant availability
● Maximize generation through accurate planning, task coordination and prioritisation of resources
● Provide assistance in the development and implementation of procedures for the operation and testing
of the plant and ensure staff are fully conversant in the procedures
● Coordinate with Maintenance and Production Managers in development of Annual Production and
Outage Plan
● Ensure coordination, liaison, and daily communication with Maintenance, Commercial and Production
Manager to provide a seamless and professional service to all stakeholders
● Provide development plans, counselling, review feedback and identify training needs of Team
Members
● Be aware of and communicate the potential impacts of current and proposed legislative requirements
that may affect the business
● Constructively participate and contribute to the annual budgeting process
● Assume overall responsibility for cost control and accurate forecasting of engineering expenditure and
engineering project budgets
● Provide a written monthly report to Plant Manager addressing past progress, current status and future
projects. Ensure inclusion of budgetary impacts
● Be aware of and pursue the objectives of the KPS Employee Equity Plan
● Actively participate in the preparation, construction implementation and reporting of the Annual
Operating Plan.
● Assist in developing & improving practices and procedures on an on-going basis in step with modern
technology & experience gained
● Actively participate and encourage good housekeeping, teamwork and upholding of superior
standards
● Be flexible & willing to learn and assist in all aspects of operations & maintenance

 

Highly competitive salary.