Career Opportunities at Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty Ltd

Job Purpose:

To oversee and perform the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems in various settings, ensuring compliance with national electrical codes and standards. The Master Installation Electrician will be providing technical guidance and ensuring the safety and efficiency of all electrical projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Installation and Maintenance:

• Plan, install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment in residential, commercial, and       industrial settings

• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to determine the layout of electrical systems.

• Install and connect wiring, outlets, switches, conduits, circuit breakers, and other electrical components

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure all electrical installations comply with national electrical codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., SANS 10142-1).
• Conduct safety inspections and testing of electrical systems to identify and rectify potential hazards.
  Implement and adhere to safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.

Supervision and Training:

• Supervise and mentor junior electricians, apprentices, and support staff.

• Provide technical guidance and training to ensure high-quality workmanship and professional development.

• Conduct performance evaluations and recommend training or development programs as needed.

Project Management:

• Plan and manage electrical projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards.
• Coordinate with other trades and contractors to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and project progress.

Troubleshooting and Repairs:

• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical problems, providing effective solutions to restore functionality.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on electrical systems to prevent downtime and extend equipment lifespan.

Customer Service:

• Communicate effectively with clients to understand their needs and provide appropriate electrical       solutions.
• Maintain a professional and courteous demeanour with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

•   Relevant Electrical Trade qualification.
•   Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program.

 Certification:

• Valid Master Installation Electrician license issued by the Department of Labour (DoL) in South Africa.
• Registration with the Electrical Contractors Association (ECA) or a similar professional body is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in electrical installation, maintenance, and repair, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

Skills and Competencies:

•   Strong knowledge of national electrical codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., SANS 10142-1).
•   Excellent technical and problem-solving skills.
•   Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
•   Strong leadership and supervisory abilities.
•   Good communication and interpersonal skills.
•   Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•   Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Working Conditions:

• The role may require working in various environments, including residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, as required.
• Physical stamina and the ability to work in confined spaces or at heights may be necessary.

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PURPOSE OF ROLE

•  Produce quality technical outputs which satisfy all requirements (Clients and applicable Standards) by adhering to internal processes within the draughting team. The position is a 100% technical.

 KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

 Participate as part of the proposals team.

• Concept development.
• Work in collaboration with the existing engineering team.
• Basic and detailed design development.
• Perform 2D/3D piping outputs.
• Participate in model reviews.
• Review responses.
• Support during installation (site presence, guidance on models/routing, drawing changes etc.)
• As-built documentation.
• Participating in lessons learnt.                                                                      

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

•  Minimum National Certificate level 4 in a relevant draughting qualification from an accredited college or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years in piping / Energy Industry.

COMPETENCIES

Technical

• Good draughting skills
• Practical knowledge of construction
• Good knowledge of plant layout and piping design
• Experience in 3D modelling environment (PDMS, PDS, AutoCAD Plant3D and/or SP3D)
• Good understanding of output drawings (e.g. PFD’s, P&IDs, isometrics, GA’s, sections, mechanical drawings)
• Good understanding of piping material standards such as ASTM, SANS, etc.
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety Act, ISO 14001 and 18001
• Understanding of the relevant Industries/plant areas
• Working knowledge of applicable Standards
• Working knowledge of Engineering procedures and processes

 Skills

• Computer Literate (MS Office, Adobe, etc.)
• Able to communicate clearly (written and spoken)
• Adaptable and flexible
• Administrative skills

Behaviours

• Methodical and detail oriented
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload
• Work as part of a team
• Good Interpersonal skills
• Upholding the Lesedi Values

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PURPOSE OF ROLE

Lesedi Nuclear Services’ mission is to be the company of choice in the nuclear industry, delivering quality technical solutions. Professional, ethical and compliant financial processes are fundamental to this mission. These processes are instituted and maintained by the finance department within which the creditors’ clerk plays a fundamental role in the management and reconciliation of the supplier accounts.

Reporting to the Financial Manager, this position is responsible for the verification, processing and reconciliation of all creditors’ accounts of all the projects

 KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Invoice Processing and Reconciliation:

• Capture of and reconciliation of creditors invoices and payments back to general ledger and supplier statements.
• Match invoice against purchase orders for goods and services received.
• Identify invoices that are for expenses relating to more than one month (for example an annual subscription) and periodically allocate.

Supplier Management:

• Liaise with procurement and project managers on supplier activities.
• Effective handling of creditor queries and referral to management of unresolved issues.
• Meet creditor payment due dates.
• Manage the "received, not yet invoiced" and "accrual sub-contractors (certified, not yet invoiced)" accounts to make sure all invoices are received and matched timeously.
• Manage advance payments to set off against suppliers when invoices are received.

Cash Management:

• Capture all payments and receipts from the bank statement into the cashbook via an upload from bank statements.
• Process and control petty cash and credit card statements.
• Prepare monthly bank, petty cash and credit card recons.
• Assist with daily cashflows.
• Prepare payments and upload to the bank.

Group Company Transactions:

• Processing of group companies' invoices & bank statement.

 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Matric
• National Diploma in Accounting/ Finance or similar qualification.
• Proficiency in the use of an ERP system.
• Expert knowledge of MS Excel and accountancy practices.
• 3+ years’ experience in a credit control environment.

 KNOWLEDGE & BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Knowledge:

• Basic knowledge of accounting practices.
• Sound understanding of the procurement process.
• Sound understanding of VAT requirements in relation to credit control.

Skills:

• Skilled in creditor reconciliations.
• Computer literate (MS Office).
• Competent in the use of an ERP system.
• Numerate and accurate in cash control.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Sound communication skills – written and spoken.

 Behaviours/Personal Attributes:

• Systematic and organized.
• Good attention to detail.
• Completer profile – sees tasks through to completion.
• Able to work well and productively in a team.
• Able to work to deadlines and under pressure.
• High degree of integrity.
• Ability to handle conflict situations.
• Able to handle conflict situations and must have a coolheaded personality.
• Able to work unsupervised.
• Positive attitude and Pro-active.

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PURPOSE OF ROLE

• To lead, manage, continuously improve and be responsible for the engineering function, ensuring the quality, quantity and milestone outputs meet all requirements as set by the project and industry best practices.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Design and develop engineering strategy and policies aligned with the division's functional strategy
• Set up and maintain engineering policies, best practices, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and change management processes
• Manage the engineering department budget – planning, forecasting and reporting
• Ensure technical quality and timely delivery of engineering work
• Resource and manpower planning, utilization monitoring and reporting
• Performance management of the engineering department
• Coordinate work within the design department as per SOPs and project execution plans
• Provide regular feedback on engineering status and progress
• Ensure compliance with the Lesedi Quality Management System
• Implement and monitor functional strategy plans and initiatives
• Develop and execute engineer-in-training (EIT) programs
• Implement mentorship programs and ensure personal development plans
• Manage internal and external stakeholders effectively

QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng. or B.Sc.)
• Registered Professional Engineer with ECSA
• Master's degree and/or postgraduate diploma in project management, leadership and/or management (advantageous)

EXPERIENCE

• 20+ years' experience in engineering and project execution environment
• 15+ years' experience in engineering design, with at least 10 years ideally in the nuclear and/or power generation industry
• At least 5 years' senior management experience, including leading and managing a multi-disciplinary engineering team

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS COMPETENCIES

Knowledge:

• Sound business and commercial knowledge
• Understanding of engineering principles relevant to nuclear & power generation
• Knowledge of multi-disciplinary engineering deliverables across the project life cycle
• Familiarity with project management methodologies
• Understanding of financial management and cost control
• Proficiency in regulatory and industry norms & standards
• Knowledge of quality assurance processes and continuous improvement initiatives

Behaviours:

• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High emotional intelligence and stress tolerance
• Adaptable, flexible, and able to multitask
• Decisive and capable of making difficult decisions
• Critical and systems thinking
• Self-driven and proactive
• Logical and practical approach to problem-solving

Skills:

• Ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor team members
• Expertise in resolving conflicts and driving team performance
• Proficiency in contract management and scope control
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Capability to develop and execute project plans, schedules, and budgets
• Skill in identifying and mitigating engineering-related risks
• Ability to translate technical details for non-technical stakeholders
• Proficiency in developing and implementing functional strategy plans