Technical Specialist

Job Purpose and Summary:

The employee will be responsible for data analysis, continuous improvement, training and technical operational support for all customer installations as well as compressors and associated equipment.

Main Responsibilities

Continuous Improvement, Data Capturing and Analysis:

• Develop Continuous Improvement initiatives based on Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles for compressors, trailers, and other technical areas.
• Track and ensure the execution of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) outcome actions. · Ensure accurate data capturing.
• Develop effective data capturing methods.
• Analyse data for customer sites and provide improvement recommendations to the Operations team.
• Develop predictive models for live data parameters to enable the team to address deviations proactively.

Technical Support:

• Respond to technically challenging problem solving on customer sites. · Liaise with key compressor, gas engine, trailer and electrical suppliers
• Ensure up to date knowledge of P&ID?s for Motherstation from Technical perspective · Understand PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Support with the design, costing, installation and commissioning of the company?s projects

Research and Development:

• Investigate alternative equipment applications and propose improvements for Operations (cylinders, trailers, compressors, gas engines, etc.).
• Lead the sourcing of local equipment manufacturing project
• Develop Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) tools and implement for Operations.

Training:

• Provide regular training for Technicians and Operators on key technical issues related to the PRMS, compressors, trailers, Scada, etc., and keep accurate records.
• Develop methodologies for testing employees and identifying training gaps. · Review employee training matrix and keep records for each employee.
• Develop training plans for each technician and operator and ensure that training is carried out as planned.
• Develop training material for all equipment at the Motherstation and Daughter stations and continuously review it to include the latest developments.

SHEQ and Compliance:

• Review problem resolution to ensure that the ?First Time Right? principle is adhered to.
• Review and approve project management gates for internal and external projects to ensure that they are carried out as per procedure and relevant standards.
• Manage and ensure adherence to the Management of Change (MOC) process.
• Assist with contractor management and ensure that they follow procedures when executing projects.
• Provide final sign-off of projects to ensure that they adhere to standards and procedures. ·
• Assist Technical department with audits on technical issues.
• Comply with company regulations, policies and procedures and understand that safety is the number one priority.
• Monitor adherence of safety requirements before and after tasks are executed at the Motherstation and Daughter stations.
• Adopt a zero-tolerance approach when it comes to safety.

General:

• Develop reporting templates for Operations.
• Monitor key Operations KPIs and provide monthly reports. · Stand-in for Manco team members when not available.
• Keep abreast of the latest developments in the industry.

Leadership Behaviours:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and flexibility and agility
• Effective communication
• High level of emotional intelligence · Negotiations skills
• Collaboration
• Value teamwork

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of preventative maintenance
• Knowledge of natural gas compressors, boilers, gas to power generators, power systems, pressure reducing plants (PRPs), regulators, pumps, PLCs, flowmeters, etc
• Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Kaizen, etc.) · Technical/Engineering, Projects and Operations knowledge is critical
• Customer service
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT)

Qualifications and Experience:

• Millwright Trade with a minimum of 5-8 years working experience
• Hands-on cryogenics/gas experience (installations and road tankers)
• Hands-on technical experience working with compressors, pneumatics, hydraulic, instrumentation, electrical systems, and natural gas experience will be advantageous
• PLC troubleshooting, programming and panel build experience · Light and heavy current experience advantageous
• Project installations and management · Data analysis
• Lean Manufacturing and Six-sigma experience would be advantageous · Green-belt qualification would be advantageous
• Industrial engineering experience would be advantageous
• Computer literate on Excel, Word, Outlook and Microsoft Projects · Must have valid driver?s license
• Willing to work shifts and overtime based on operational requirements