Electrical System Operation

• Take responsibility for safe operation of HT/LV electrical installations within the authorized competency.
• Operate and monitor: HT switchgear, LV switchboards,Transformers, ACBs/MCCBs, MCC panels, Protection relays, Capacitor banks, Electrical distribution systems, Emergency generators, UPS and associated systems
• Monitor electrical loading, voltage, current, power factor, and system abnormalities.
• Maintain electrical operation and switching logs.

Electrical Switching & Isolation

• Perform and supervise electrical switching operations.
• Ensure proper isolation before electrical maintenance.
• Implement and verify LOTO requirements.
• Ensure appropriate electrical barricading and warning signage.
• Verify dead condition before work where applicable.
• Control access to electrical rooms and restricted electrical areas.
• Ensure electrical panels are properly secured after work.

Electrical Safety

• Ensure electrical work is performed using approved safe working procedures.
• Identify electrical hazards and immediately implement appropriate controls.
• Ensure electrical contractors follow site electrical safety requirements.
• Stop unsafe electrical work when necessary.
• Participate in electrical risk assessments, HIRARC/JSA, and permit-to-work activities.
• Ensure electrical maintenance is performed by appropriately competent personnel.

Preventive Maintenance

• Coordinate and supervise electrical preventive maintenance activities.
• Ensure inspections and testing are completed according to approved schedules.
• Monitor the condition of switchgear, transformers, cables, panels, and protection systems.
• Coordinate testing such as insulation resistance, earth resistance, and other applicable electrical tests.
• Identify deterioration and recommend corrective action before equipment failure.

Electrical Fault Response

• Respond immediately to electrical trips, power failures, and abnormal conditions.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults within competency.
• Coordinate emergency electrical isolation when required.
• Support safe restoration of electrical supply following an incident.
• Conduct initial investigation of electrical failures and provide technical reports.

Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure electrical installation operation complies with applicable Malaysian electrical legislation, regulations, and requirements.
• Maintain required electrical records, logs, and documentation.
• Support statutory inspections, testing, and certification.
• Ensure required competent-person requirements are maintained.
• Coordinate with relevant authorities, service providers, and appointed competent persons when required.

Emergency Response

• Respond to electrical emergencies involving Electrical shock, Arc flash, Electrical fire, HT/LV equipment failure, Major power interruption and Transformer/switchgear failure
• Coordinate electrical isolation during emergencies.
• Support ERT/EHS during emergency response.
• Ensure electrical areas are made safe before allowing personnel to enter following an electrical incident.

Electrical Contractor Management

• Supervise electrical contractors during maintenance and project activities.
• Verify competency and authorization before electrical work.
• Review electrical method statements and risk assessments.
• Ensure PTW and LOTO requirements are followed.
• Monitor workmanship and electrical safety compliance.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid BO Chargeman competency/license appropriate to the electrical installation and authorized scope.
• Relevant electrical technical qualification.
• Strong experience in industrial HT/LV electrical systems.
• Experience operating and maintaining electrical switchgear and distribution systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety and LOTO.
• Ability to respond to electrical emergencies.
• Good understanding of Malaysian electrical statutory requirements.
• Ability to work shifts/on-call where required.

Preferred Experience

• Min 7- 10 years in manufacturing or semiconductor facility experience.
• Experience with HT switchgear and transformers.
• Experience with ACB/MCCB, protection relays, and electrical distribution.
• Experience with generators, UPS, and emergency power systems.
• Experience supervising electrical contractors.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Good documentation and reporting skills.

Core Competencies

• HT/LV operation
• Electrical switching
• Electrical safety
• LOTO
• Electrical fault finding
• Preventive maintenance
• Emergency response
• Statutory compliance
• Contractor supervision
• Risk assessment
• Technical documentation