Engineer (Power Systems/North Region)

Contract Period: Permanent / 2-Year Contract

Applications are invited for the above vacancy in the Construction Branch of North Region. Reporting to the Senior Engineer of the Branch, 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 CLP’s frontline staff and contractors to ensure their discipline, working and safety performance
• 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, Health, Safety, Environment & Quality 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 or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant engineering experience in electricity industry
• Possession of 11kV Authorized Person qualification is an advantage
• Good understanding of CLP Power Electrical and Mechanical Safety Rules and relevant safety procedures, engineering standards and codes of practice
• 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
• Good knowledge of functionalities of PC application e.g. Power BI, MS PowerPoint, Power Automate, MS Excel
• Ability to work independently and communicate technical concepts in English and Cantonese, verbally and written
• Possession of a valid Driving License (class 1, 2) 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 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.