POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title: Secondary Systems Engineer

Location: Dunedin

Reports to: Senior Engineer - SCADA and Secondary Systems

Purpose: To undertake electricity network secondary asset design, analysis,

commissioning and planning associated with the capital works
programme. Providing technical, design and project management
support and implementation of upgrades and operational needs.

Direct reports: N/A

Other Parameters N/A

1. Our Values

Aurora Energy expects its people to always behave in line with our company values.

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2. Role Accountabilities

Accountabilities Indicators of success

Health and Safety

 Full compliance with Aurora Energy’s health and safety
system, policies and relevant legislation.
 All accidents or incidents are reported and investigated
 Contractors and public safety protected
 Work practices are safe and do not endanger yourself or
others
 Site emergency procedures are followed
 Health and safety KPI targets are achieved
 Designs produced consider and address health and
safety in construction, use and maintenance.
 Informs critical risk within primary systems
 Any potential safety issues identified are promptly raised
with relevant internal and external parties.

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Accountabilities Indicators of success

Network Engineering Services  Concept and detailed design for sub-transmission,

transformer and distribution protection schemes along with
associated relay setting files, setting change notes and
commissioning plans are available to issue to the
contractor.
 The secondary systems component of capital projects
including protection and SCADA are effectively defined in
the project scope document
 Communication network scoping and design meets the
needs of the secondary systems (in collaboration with ICT).
 Engineering support to deliver the secondary component
of capital projects listed in the Asset Management Plan are
available when required.
 Network incidents are reviewed by analysing the event
records recommendations to improve the protection
performance are generated from these reviews
 Aurora protection standards, setting templates and setting
guidelines are available.
 Bench testing and on site commissioning activities for
protection relays, reclosers, RTU & DC systems are executed
correctly
 Replacement plans for secondary systems assets are in
place – collaborate with the Asset Fleet team to ensure that
replacement plans are consistent with our wider approach
to the lifecycle management of assets including health
models, criticality and risk based prioritisation
 Effective operational support & engineering advice to
system control over issues associated with the protection
scheme
 Engineering advice and assistance to external contractors
to commission & maintain the secondary assets are
provided
 Graduate engineer/summer student are mentored

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Accountabilities Indicators of success

Project Engineering  Projects are effectively scoped, designed, costed and

justified for approval
 Project planning completed and authorised
 Responsibility demonstrated in project design and
equipment selection
 Accurate and timely completion of engineering project
progress reports
 Review and approval processes followed
 Design and procurement contracts are prepared and
robustly documented

Ethics  Technical assessments undertaken with objectivity and

integrity
 Equal regard given to all effects of design decisions
 Work outside competence identified and appropriately
managed

Team Work  Assists other team members as required

 Timely technical guidance provided to graduate
engineers
 Day-to-day activities appropriately and effectively
managed
 Consultation occurs appropriately
 Motivated work ethic is displayed

Customer Focus  Behaviour, habits and routines fulfil the Customer Charter.
 All internal customers and stakeholders are proactively
communicated with and reported to on a “no surprises”
and constructive basis regarding non-conformances, cost
overruns and other issues that arise.
 Positively resolves problems and overcomes challenges,
escalating when necessary to ensure customer needs and
expectations are met.
 Timely turn-around of projects / jobs and prompt
responses to queries, concerns and issues.

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Accountabilities Indicators of success

Future Focus  Work related literature is reviewed and shared

 Keeps up to date with technological advances and
considers where non-network solutions are appropriate
and can achieve cost savings.
 Builds and maintains network and relationships with
equipment suppliers, industry peers and other stakeholders
 Opportunities for professional development actively
sought
 Professional development is recorded for professional
recognition

Business Planning & Financial  Financial reporting prepared as requested

Performance
 Commercial criteria are identified and considered in
engineering tasks

Other related duties may be required from time-to-time.

3. Person Specification

Essential Desirable
1.1. Formal Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) Proactively working towards
Qualifications professional registration (IPENZ,
A current Drivers Licence.
IET, or equivalent).

Skills and Technical competency and expertise Good report writing and data
Experience in power system protection and analysis skills
secondary design
Ability to use specialist software;
Experience with SEL relays for power Arc GIS, database software and
distribution protection power systems analysis software
Understanding of protection An understanding of SCADA,
standards and schemes used by RTUs and communication systems
distribution companies
An ability to write and articulate
comprehensive installation
specification and test procedures for
protection relays and RTUs when
required.

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Essential Desirable

Demonstrated ability to relate to

people at all levels
Ability to use SEL Quickset, Microsoft
Office Software

Attributes A self-starter, who is organised;

disciplined and achievement
oriented.
Takes responsibility for their own
professional development.
Uses internal and external expertise
effectively
Takes an active interest in keeping up
to date with technological
advancements

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4. Key Capabilities & Behaviours

Below is a list of capabilities required and expected behaviours (including our values) that
are important to perform this role effectively and support the achievement of business goals.

Capability Set Description

Acts With Integrity: Behaves in an honest, professional, ethical and

responsible way, demonstrating accountability.
Manage Self & Improve: Shows drive and motivation, a measured
approach and a commitment to learning and growth.
Friendly and approachable - friendly, approachable and willing to
PERSONAL help.
ATTRIBUTES
Display resilience and embraces change – is prepared to express
their views, and willing to accept and commit to change.

Communicate Effectively: Communicates clearly and proactively,

actively listens to others and responds with respect.
Work Collaboratively: Works well in a team, collaborates with others
and values their contribution, builds cooperative relationships and
foster a ‘One Aurora Team’ culture
RELATIONSHIPS Influence & Align: Gains consensus and commitment from others
and resolves issues and conflict constructively.

Solutions Focused: Achieves results through dedication, efficient use

of resources, a positive attitude and a commitment to quality
outcomes
Plan & Prioritise: Plans to achieve priority outcomes and responds
flexibly to changing circumstances
RESULTS Delivers Quality Work: Considers the business context and applies
technical skills effectively to develop practical solutions of a high
standard.

Health & Safety: Puts safety first, proactively focuses on employee

wellbeing and champions our safety rules.
Asset Management: Understand and assist with the management of
Aurora Energy’s Asset lifecycle.
BUSINESS Technology: Understands and use available technologies to
ENABLERS maximise efficiencies and effectiveness.
Project Management: Understand and apply effective planning,
coordination and control methods.

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