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URGENT VACANCY

TRANSFORMER MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (Tap Changer Specialist)

Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) | Mine Sites

• APPLICATION CLOSES 16 APRIL 2025

An engineering firm that offers specialized Electrical, Mechanical, & Instrumentation services to the mining sector in the DRC is looking for a skilled Transformer Technician to become part of their team. The company is known for delivering top-notch transformer maintenance and tap changer servicing to significant mining clients. This position entails performing transformer maintenance and tap changer services at various mining locations throughout the DRC.

Work on the rotation schedule of 3 months in the Congo (DRC), followed by 2 weeks off, outside of the DRC

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical field.
• 10+ years hands-on experience in transformer maintenance, including extensive work on tap changers.
• Proven expertise in diagnosing, repairing and maintaining OLTC and DETC systems.
• Experience with MR tap changers and diagnostic tools is highly desirable.
• Strong technical expertise, particularly with on-load tap changers (OLTC)
• A deep understanding of transformer systems and diagnostics.
• Familiarity with transformer testing equipment (e.g. Omicron, Megger).
• Experience with transformer protection systems and auxiliary controls.
• Knowledge of IEC / IEEE transformer maintenance standards.
• Prior experience working on mine sites or remote industrial environments.

CLIENT OFFERS:

– Competitive salary and benefits

– Rotation based field allowance

– Paid international travel and accommodation

– OEM training opportunities with Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen (MR)

– Career development and advancement opportunities

– A dynamic and supportive engineering environment

Call Marion 031 4661572 / hr@doncour.co.za