Engineer (Power Systems/East & West Region)

Posted 9 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in Hong Kong
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Mid level
Utilities
The Role
Plan and implement distribution construction projects (supply, reinforcement, diversion). Negotiate with stakeholders, supervise staff and contractors for cable laying, plant and overhead line erection, commissioning and LV/HV switching. Ensure safety, quality assurance, system record updates, budgeting and cross-department coordination. Perform audits, supervise teams, and provide standby/emergency repairs as required.
Summary Generated by Built In

Contract Period: 2-Year Contract


Applications are invited for the above vacancy in the Construction Branch of East & West Region. Reporting to Senior Engineer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:


  • Implement construction projects for provision of supply, reinforcement of system network, diversion or other works as assigned by the branch team leaders
  • Negotiate and communicate with customers, contractors, utilities, government, developers, landowners etc. to ensure smooth project implementation
  • Supervise internal and contractor staff in the delivery of construction tasks including but not limited to cable laying, plant erection, overhead line erection and commissioning of the installed power plant
  • Supervise internal and contractor staff to ensure compliance with safety and work procedures
  • Carry out switching operation on LV and HV system for implementation of projects
  • Update relevant system records for the project, circuit and equipment status
  • Perform functional and technical safety audit and quality assurance checks for both internal staff and contractors with reference to legislative requirements as well as pre-determined policies, Company procedures, HSEQ standards and programmes
  • Liaise and co-ordinate with various departments for project work, and plan, schedule and set-up proper procedures and precautions to meet the Company’s requirements and Safety Rules
  • Ensure adequate and justifiable budgets are prepared for the activities of the Branch, and control the expenditure
  • Review safety, work and other documents prepared by subordinates or contractors to ensure compliance with procedures and cost control principles
  • Supervise, coach, appraise and motivate subordinates to meet present and future business needs
  • Ensure proper record updating and management
  • Perform standby duty after normal office hours and during adverse weather condition / typhoon period, and carry out emergency repairs / shift duties as and when required


Requirements:

  • A recognized university degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • At least three years’ relevant engineering experience in electricity supply industry 
  • Possession of 11kV Authorised Person qualification is preferred
  • Knowledge on various IT systems such as EWMS, ADMS, ArcGISPro 
  • Familiar with CLP Power Electrical and Mechanical Safety Rules, engineering standards and codes of practice / management systems, occupational health and environment related legislations
  • Analytical and able to work under pressure and tight schedule
  • Strong sense of responsibility, with good safety knowledge and mindset
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and communicate technical concepts in English and Cantonese, verbally and written
  • Possession of a valid Driving License (class 1/1A, 2/2A) is preferred

Candidates with less qualification and/or experience but demonstrate good potential for further development will be considered for a position at lower grade.

About Us
ABOUT CLP
CLP was founded in Hong Kong in 1901, at a time when electricity was still a novelty worldwide. Today we power millions of homes and businesses across the Asia-Pacific region with over 8,000 employees. In Hong Kong, we operate a vertically integrated electricity business providing a highly reliable supply of electricity to over 80% of the city’s population. Outside Hong Kong, we invest in the energy sector on the Chinese Mainland, in Australia, India, Taiwan Region and Thailand. Our business spans the electricity value chain ranging from power generation, transmission and distribution to retail and smart energy services. We have a diversified portfolio of generating assets that uses a wide range of fuels sources including nuclear, renewables, gas and coal.  To meet the evolving needs of energy users in a world being reshaped by decarbonisation and digitalisation, we strive to embrace new opportunities and expand our horizons as we fulfil our purpose to Power Brighter Tomorrows. 

Skills Required

  • Recognized university degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • At least three years relevant engineering experience in electricity supply industry
  • Ability to perform switching operations on LV and HV systems
  • Knowledge of IT systems such as EWMS, ADMS, ArcGISPro
  • Familiarity with CLP Power Electrical and Mechanical Safety Rules, engineering standards, codes of practice and HSEQ/legislation
  • Analytical, able to work under pressure and tight schedules
  • Strong safety mindset and sense of responsibility
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate technical concepts in English and Cantonese (verbal and written)
  • Possession of 11kV Authorised Person qualification
  • Possession of a valid Driving License (class 1/1A, 2/2A)
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The Company
HQ: Kowloon City
10,000 Employees

What We Do

The CLP Group is one of the largest investor-owned power businesses in Asia Pacific with investments across Hong Kong, Mainland China, Australia, India, Taiwan Region and Thailand. Hong Kong-listed CLP Holdings Limited is the holding company for the CLP Group, which has a diversified portfolio of generating assets that uses a wide range of fuels including coal, gas, nuclear and renewable sources. Through CLP Power Hong Kong Limited, the Group operates a vertically integrated electricity supply business that provides a highly reliable supply of electricity to 80% of Hong Kong’s population. The CLP Group is the largest external investor in the energy sector in Mainland China. The Group’s wholly-owned subsidiary EnergyAustralia is a leading integrated energy company in Australia, providing gas and electricity to about 2.46 million households and businesses. Apraava Energy, in which CLP has a 50% interest, is one of India’s biggest renewable energy producers with operations in power generation and transmission. CLP Holdings is included in the Global Dow – an index of the world’s leading blue-chip companies, in addition to sustainability-focused indices including the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index (DJSI Asia Pacific), the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Index Series and the FTSE4Good Index series.

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