Power Supply Electrician

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MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

Key accountabilities 

Application of the instructions and installation method statements from his management to deliver, erect, installation works and tests achievement in the optimal conditions: quality and health and safety. 

• The installation worker reports directly to the POS Foreman / Team Leader and is in charge of making sure that the power supply equipment is installed in conformity with the installation procedures, the machines and tools user rules and the Time Schedule in place. 

• His duties include the follow up of the service of the machines and tools and maintain the highest level of availability.  

• He alerts and reports to the management - Supervisor or Team Leader - on any concerns he has related to the job he has to perform, and especially regarding: EHS, Quality, Access, Customer / Consultant requirement, etc.  

Preparation Phase: 

• Secure the logistic conditions of the mission (technical documents, tools, vehicle and availability of the material). 

• Have a very good knowledge of all tests described on the procedure, schematics and technical documents. 

• Check that the testing tools (tester, multi-meter, oscilloscope, measuring instrument, …) are in perfect working order and calibrated. 

Before starting the T&C activities: 

• In agreement with the site manager, make sure that safety rules for working are met. 

• If necessary, supervise the installation work and coordinate activities while ensuring compliance with installation and safety instructions. 

Execution Phase: 

• Carry out tests in accordance with the procedures. 

• In the event of a problem, the POS  Installation and T&C Manager is informed and decides for further actions 

• Replace the defective equipment and ensure it’s replaced in accordance with Alstom processes (right software and hardware version), recommissioning of the new part. 

• In the event of a non-conformity observed during the commissioning, make a return of experience feedback (REX) towards the POS  Installation and T&C Manager, and ensure that all design related issues are correctly reported in the adequate tools, including the defect description and associated test context 

• Follow-up of any non-compliance until the point is fully closed. 

• Perform all activities mentioned above in QCD (Quality Cost Delay) and therefore have always in mind respect of the budget and find solutions to decrease time of activities. 

Outputs: 

• Perform the reporting of all activities. 

• Establish and classify a commissioning or intervention report including evidences and punch list which is validated by the POS  Installation and T&C Manager. 

 Delivery 

• Report of the service of the machines and tools and their consumption 

• Report his hours and material consumption  

He/she must be based onshore, on site, typically in the Project Leading Unit. 

Performance measurements 

• EHS compliance 

• Quality compliance regarding the Work Method Statements 

• Low level of absenteeism 

 MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES 

Educational Requirements 

Mandatory 

• Power Supply installation experience and degree of electrician with Qualified certificate electrician License 

Desirable 

• Certification on Railway Safety 

• Certification on Site EHS management  

Experience

Mandatory 

• Experience in POS Installation & Test and commissioning . 

• If he is in charge of the machines or tools service, validated experience and license in these activities. 

Desirable 

• Previous T&C or Maintenance for Railway POS is an asset. 

• Knowledge of applied electronics 

• Knowledge of railway POS products (wired cabinets, rack) 

• Knowledge of standards concerning electrical and mechanical assemblies 

Competencies & Skills 

• Knowledge of the POS installation & Test and commissioning methods, measure tools and EHS rules 

• Team spirit approach and good communication skills 

• Adapt to new work conditions and new tools 

• Able to analyse and solve problems 

• Able to prepare and carry out his work alone 

• Able to work in cooperation with different stakeholders 

• Resilience and positive attitude to emergencies 

• Flexibility and mobility, available for short or long mission in different locations  

• Communicate in a factual and synthetic manner the information necessary for the conduct of the activity 

• Writing skills: clarity, rigor, and concision 

• Driving license 

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Important to note

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