SENIOR NATIONAL GRID CONTROLLER (X1) - GABORONE

Main purpose of the position

To plan, monitor, direct and coordinate all operational activities of the National Grid to ensure a continuous, safe, efficient, economic and reliable power supply to customers in accordance with Southern African Power Pool and Local Regulatory standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Issues operational instructions to Distribution, Large Power Users and Generation control centres.
• Restores power supply following interruptions in a safe, timely and orderly manner.
• Reconfigures circuits under various scenarios to ensure stability of the power system.
• Implements Southern African Power Pool energy trading schedules in order to meet the agreed obligations, including real time trading.  
• Coordinates and carries out switching during commissioning of new Transmission equipment for smooth integration with existing interconnected power system.
• Prepares daily operational reports to appraise relevant stakeholders on the system performance.
• Carries out post fault analysis for decision-making purposes and prepares reports for further analysis and investigation within stipulated time limits
• Carries out switching and sanctions the issuing and cancellation of safety documents for safe working purposes
• Monitor, control and operate the National Grid (Including SAPP Interconnectors) in an efficient manner to reduce losses and to ensure safety to personnel and equipment.
• Sanctions the release of equipment for maintenance to ensure maximum safety and continuity of supply.
• Benchmarks & recommends new upgrades/new additions to the systems for compatibility and alignment with best practice. 
• Analyses system statistical data for planning and operational purposes.
• Contributes to compilation of sectional monthly report
• Monitors system frequency within SAPP agreed limits to ensure good quality of supply at all times.
• Adheres to laid down processes, systems and procedures and reports shortcomings.
• Enforces compliance to the BPC Safety Rules to ensure safety of equipment and personnel
• Provides input into the development of policies and procedures within area of responsibility & ensure compliance by team members.
• Contributes to the formulation of operational policies and standards and their enforcement in the Southern African Power Pool 
• Motivates and disciplines staff in area of responsibility in line with laid down procedures to realize the Corporation’s objectives.
• Monitors team performance by working within the prescribed performance management system.
• Implements staff development plans for the area of responsibility to ensure competent, efficient and motivated staff.
• Mentors and coaches new staff as part of on the job training.
• Complies with the BPC SHER requirements with the view of cultivating and sustaining safety, health and environmental awareness within the section. 

Qualifications

• Recognised Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Senior Authorization up to 400kV is compulsory 
• Class B Driver’s License is required.
• Professional Membership with Engineering Registration Board (ERB) is required.
   

Experience

• Four (4) years post qualification experience in a Transmission system operations’ environment for a Bachelor’s Degree holders.
• Seven (7) years post qualification experience in a Transmission system operations environment for Diploma holders.
   

Competencies