Electrical Engineer

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The Port Elizabeth Upgrade Project

APM Terminals and the Port of New York and New Jersey recently reached an agreement on the lease extension for APM Terminals Elizabeth though 2062. This extension paves the way for major infrastructure investments which will enhance capacity and transport velocity, create jobs and strengthen the economy.

APM Terminals will invest significantly in Port Elizabeth over the coming years to enhance cargo-handling capacity at its 345-acre terminal. APM Terminals has also committed to the replacement and maintenance of all wharf and berth structures. This investment supports the Port Authority’s Port Master Plan 2050, which anticipates cargo volumes doubling or tripling by mid-century.

Looking to the future, APM Terminals Elizabeth envisions a larger, more efficient container terminal. Planned upgrades include the optimization of the terminal layout, electrification of container handling equipment, and future-proofing container berths.

Role Overview:

As part of the Elizabeth Upgrade project the full electrical system of the existing container terminal will require to be overhauled and partially rebuilt. As the scope of the project includes the decarbonization of the facility the demand on the electrical infrastructure will significantly increase and the new setup needs to cater for this.

The objective of this position is to under general direction from Head of Asset Delivery, specify, design, procure and implement all activities relating to the Electrical works. This includes works relating to infrastructure, buildings, and equipment.

The Electrical Engineer will lead the electrical package to be contracted in multiple parts and as part of several overarching contracts.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Deliver the electrical scope as per the approved Port Elizabeth Modernization project Scope Document.
• Work with APM Terminals Global Equipment standards
• Ensure alignment of equipment procurement and specifications with legal, union and EPA grant requirements
• Drive the design of the electrical works, through design consultants and in line with APM Terminals and legal standards
• Support the procurement of the various execution contracts which include electrical works.
• Ensure terminal electrical substations are designed, procured, installed and commissioned per project plan and safety standards.
• Monitor both the program and cost of electrical works through direct contact with PMC, and provide advance warning of likely delays and variations, recommending mitigating actions.
• Drive the PMC and Contractor should unforeseen problems arise.
• Engage in close cooperation with the project team to understand and manage critical dependencies affecting construction or equipment delivery.
• Review and comment as required on all Electrical Method Statements and Risk Assessments providing input value based on previous experience.
• Manage works supervision and control progress in a transparent manner
• Initiate and promote technical improvements as it relates to equipment and installations in the terminals and its use.
• Transfer engineering competencies and expertise to business.
• Review and improve electrical designs and specifications and ensure highest quality
• Ensure that commissioning, safety and compliance are addressed early in the project

Electrical Package Controls and Governance

• Implement APMT project controls / project procedures to manage the project Electrical package in a forward-looking manner.
• Track progress against the approved baseline and, where appropriate, ensure issues are pro-actively addressed, resolved and/or escalated and reported.
• Analyze schedules, assess delays and report on (possible) mitigative or corrective measures.
• Assess changes and their impacts and manage them in line with company procedures.
• Monitor and assess opportunities, risks, and subsequent mitigation strategies, and track such risks through input into the project risk register.
• Be a sparring partner to all functional departments and challenge…