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Job Purpose

To provide an effective and reliable Energy Management System (EMS) / Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system software and hardware administration to facilitate the efficient operation of the power system network.

Principal Accountabilities/Responsibilities

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

DUTIES

Systems Operations

Supervises others to deliver prescribed operational outcomes while working within established systems.

Recommends software and hardware upgrades so as to improve performance SCADA systems

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Integrates data (EMS/SCADA) arising from power system expansion/upgrade

Provides interface services between SCADA/EMS and other corporate information systems to allow for data sharing

Analyses and resolves system software errors in the SCADA system to ensure smooth operation of SCADA

Recommends and performance total system generation whenever necessary

Prepares design specifications for new Remote Terminal Units

Evaluates and approves Remote Terminal Unit installation documents ensure that they are accurate and up to date

Data Management	Monitors EMS/SCADA backups by keeping records and perform system restoration in the event of failure Performs antivirus updates on all SCADA serves and workstations. Controls data access to ensure system security and availability
Contract Management	Delivers required outcomes by managing day-to-day relationships with contract service providers and working within an established contract management plan
Project Management	Delivers own small-scale or medium-scale projects by working within an established program management plan.
Data Collection & Analysis	Analyzes key themes using data from a wide range of sources and identifies possible impacts on the business. Compiles ad-hoc and periodic sectional activity reports
Budgeting & Costing	Takes responsibility for delivering a prescribed budget for own area of the organization and/or conducts complex analyses on budget progress in other areas while working within established systems. Prepares draft budget and controls expenditure against approved budget.
Compliance	Highlights shortcomings and suggests improvements in current compliance processes, systems and procedures within assigned unit and/or discipline
Internal Communication	Executes a communications plan by working within established internal communication systems and procedures
Improvement & Innovation	Identifies shortcomings in existing processes, systems and procedures.
Policy Development & Implementation	Provides input into the development of procedures for an area within the organization, then monitors the implementation of those procedures.
People Management	Manages the motivation and discipline of staff in area of responsibility in line with laid down procedures to realize the Corporation’s objectives Manages the performance of the team by working within a performance management system Proposes and implements staff development plans for the area of responsibility to ensure competent, efficient and motivated staff
Safety, Health and Environment	Ensures that all safety and loss control standards (Safety Health and Environmental) contained in the Corporation’s standards are adhered to.

Qualifications

A Degree in Electronic/Computer Engineering or related qualification.
Should be a standing member of a recognized professional engineering body.

Experience

At least three (3) years post qualification experience in computer systems.

Competencies

TECHNICAL SKILLS	DESCRIPTION
Network/IT Security	Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on maintaining the security, integrity, compliance and continuity of IT systems and services.
IT Testing	Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on ensuring that IT applications meet required specifications by designing, executing and reporting on tests of systems and services.
IT Support	Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on monitoring, diagnosing and fixing technological problems.
IT Data Management	Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on managing information throughout its lifecycle by designing and executing appropriate architectures, policies and practices.
IT Implementation & Integration	Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on implementing, configuring and optimizing IT systems and services, while ensuring smooth integration with existing IT infrastructure.
Database Administration	Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on designing, implementing, maintaining and administering databases
Application Development	Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on developing software using programming languages
Commercial Acumen	Applies understanding of the business environment and objectives to develop solutions without supervision, while also providing technical assistance when necessary.
Compliance	Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on achieving full compliance with applicable rules & regulations in management and/or operations
Computer Skills	Independently supports business processes with comprehensive understanding and effective use of standard office equipment and standard software packages, while also providing guidance and training to others.
Reporting	Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on creating relevant, lucid and effective reports.
System Operations	Works without supervision to understand, effectively operate and provide technical guidance as required on operational systems e.g. SCADA, SAP, and MP2.
Costing & Budgeting	Works under guidance (but not constant supervision) to perform costing, budgeting and finance tasks.
Data Collection & Analysis	Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on analysing data trends for use in reports to help guide decision making.
Planning & Organizing	Uses comprehensive knowledge and skills to work independently while providing guidance and training to others on planning, organizing, prioritizing and overseeing activities to efficiently meet business objectives.
Policy & Regulations	Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on interpreting and applying knowledge of laws, regulations and policies in area of expertise.

BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS	DESCRIPTION
Strategic Thinking	Focuses on the long-term business strategy and aligns their thinking and planning accordingly. Specifically, aligns actions to strategy; for example, aligning priorities and behaviour to strategic objectives.
Initiative	Acts proactively to avoid problems or identifies and takes advantage of opportunities. Specifically, takes action for mid-term gain; for example, acting now to take advantage of opportunities that will pay off in the mid-term.
Drive for Results	Focuses on assessing, measuring and improving performance. Shows drive and determination to meet short- and long-term goals. Specifically, strives to meet challenging goals; for example, setting ambitious, but realistic goals for performance improvement (for self and/or own team).
Analytical Thinking	Thinks through issues by separating out the parts of the problem or situation and thinking things through systematically. Applies judgement on the basis of evidence and reasoning. Specifically, identifies the root causes; for example using analytical techniques to break a complex problem into component parts
Conceptual Thinking	Thinks through issues by seeing the pattern or big picture, brings facts and ideas together, and develops innovative or creative insights. Specifically, applies models or theories; for example, using a theory to help understand a situation.
Understanding Others	Takes an active interest in other people. Seeks to understand their individual perspectives and concerns and accurately hears the unspoken or partly expressed thoughts, feelings and concerns of others. Specifically, actively listens; for example, repeating what was heard to check understanding, particularly in difficult conversations.
Team Leadership	Builds a high performing team by ensuring that the team is focused, motivated and inspired to achieve team objectives. Specifically, sets team direction; for example, communicating and sustaining a clear sense of purpose for the team.
Focusing Others on the Customer	Focuses the organization on discovering and meeting the customer’s needs. Specifically, corrects problems; for example, ensuring that customers’ issues are corrected promptly and efficiently.
Approach to Thinking	Thinks through situations of varying degrees of complexity and ambiguity, in order to understand them clearly. Specifically, sees multiple relationships; for example, identifying several likely causes or consequences of a situation.
Collaborative Influence	Win the hearts and minds of others across boundary collaborations and to do the right thing, regardless of formal authority. Specifically, facilitates short-term teaming; for example, pulling together individuals to team around a problem, crisis, or opportunity.
Customer Focus	Identifies and meets the needs of internal and external customers, being continually focused on outcomes for customers. Specifically, improves service: for example, pulling together individuals to team around a problem, crisis or opportunity
Information Seeking	A desire to know more and seek information to inform decisions. Specifically, researches; for example, conducting debriefs following completed projects to understand what worked well and what did not.
Adaptability	Responds to differences and changes in the internal or external context, taking a flexible approach to reach business outcomes. Specifically, adapts tactics; for example, while maintaining the same overall plan or strategy, changing how to accomplish goals in line with changing circumstances.