Facility Technician -Electrical

POSITION DETAILS Responsible for facility and equipment related projects in various departments throughout the plant, .
new facility and equipment installations, general plant re-arrangements, upgrades, modifications, new proposals (plant & line lay-outs) and the updating of plant lay-outs.
Generally projects would be driven by/based on cost savings, safety, infrastructure, capacity, uptime, process and/or quality improvements (Projects would include or be a combination of mechanical, electrical and civil engineering aspects) Determine cost effective, practical and functional solutions for the requirements and execute projects within available time and budget.
Create facility or line lay-outs, draw up specifications and a scope of work.
Obtain tenders and review the requirements with the bidders.
Compile and submit project documentation in line with Ford's Manufacturing Engineering requirements.
Supervise and manage contractors with regards to the installation and commissioning of facilities and/or equipment.
Ensure that the contractors adhere to Ford's site disciplines, safety and environmental rules and OHSA requirements.
Approve progress payments and submit invoices.
Responsible for final project sign-off, training and hand-over to the customer.
Upgrade of utilities network and master site plan.
QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE National diploma or degree in Project Management Qualified Electrician with Electrical Engineering Diploma Automation Technology One years' experience in manufacturing environment or equivalent project professional experience Experience: Exposure to projects in a manufacturing environment.
Technical Experience in various engineering disciplines and project management undefined