Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare network operations
- Information and documentation to determine network/system status is assessed and evaluated in accordance with system requirements
- Network/system and associated equipment operational pre-requisites are established in accordance with enterprise/system procedures
- Sequence for recommissioning of network sections and equipment is identified and determined to suit existing circumstances in accordance with enterprise/system procedures
- Forecast prediction is based on the accurate interpretation and analysis of relevant information in accordance with system procedures
- Network/system limitations and performance due to location and external influences are identified
- Where appropriate, the teams and individuals roles and responsibilities within the team are identified and, where required, assist in the provision of the on-the-job training
- Manage and control network /system
- Network/system is operated in accordance with enterprise/system operating procedures
- Network/system demand is met with contingencies in place to maintain quality of supply standards in accordance with statutory requirements
- Network/system voltage and current requirements are assessed, evaluated and controlled to maintain stability and system integrity
- Voltage/load profiles are identified and adhered to minimising transmission losses
- Network/system load shedding sequence and priorities are monitored to ensure system integrity
- Network/system data is monitored for normal operation or to detect deviations
- Corrective actions to rectify abnormalities are implemented following analysis of data in accordance with system procedures
- Resources required to meet system requirements are identified and coordinated in accordance with system procedures
- Where required, operations are carried out in consultation with team members
- Analyse and respond to network/ system faults or incidents
- Causes of abnormal network/system operating conditions are identified by analysing the technical and operational information in a logistical and sequential manner
- Operation of protection systems are identified and assessed to evaluate the nature and cause of fault conditions.
- Communication may be established with other authorities and/or key stake holders to identify nature/source of system interference
- Corrective action is taken in accordance with enterprise/system procedures
- Network/system integrity and personnel safety are maintained through consultation with appropriate personnel and reference to plant technical, operational documentation and contingency plans
- Review incident response and preventative procedures
- Complete documentation