electrical transmission system operator
Description
Electrical transmission system operators transport energy in the form of electrical power. They transmit electrical power from generation plants over an interconnected network, an electrical grid, to electricity distribution stations.
Alternative label
electric powerline system worker
electricity transmission system technician
electricity power line system worker
electricity transmission system worker
Regulatory aspect
To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database: http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en
Hierarchy
Essential skills and competences
- adapt energy distribution schedules
- coordinate electricity generation
- develop strategies for electricity contingencies
- ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule
- ensure safety in electrical power operations
- manage electricity transmission system
- respond to electrical power contingencies
- test procedures in electricity transmission
Essential Knowledge
- electric current
- electrical power safety regulations
- electricity
- electricity market
- transmission towers
Optional skills and competences
- advise on safety improvements
- analyse energy market trends
- assess areas for power line installation
- develop electricity distribution schedule
- ensure compliance with environmental legislation
- ensure equipment maintenance
- inspect overhead power lines
- inspect underground power cables
- monitor automated machines
- perform minor repairs to equipment
- read electricity meter
- resolve equipment malfunctions
- supervise electricity distribution operations
- wear appropriate protective gear
Optional Knowledge
Status
released
Concept URI
http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/7cdeb653-8f3d-4921-832b-b95f9d700a86