SPS - Seniority Points System

SPS - Seniority Point System
For O&M
Nov 2019
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SPS | Overview
Purpose
SPS – Seniority Point System is a Siemens approved model (for one-time use only) that aims at identifying senior and
expert calibers within O&M Egypt. This model clearly and visibly describes the seniority requirement using three main metric
scale – as follows:
1. actual years of industry exposure; Criteria Factor Points Min Max Bonus
2. performance evaluations; Relevant industry exposure Every year 10 50 100
3. technical competency level; Technical competency level 5 - Expert 100 Minimum 75 points 25 Points
(detailed in the competency 4 - Proficient 75 for Senior role, and Expert
cataloug in this document) 3 - Demonstrating 50 100 points for
2 - Basic 25 Expert role.
To demonstrate your seniority level, first you 1 - None/Low 0 100 Points
will need to pass the minimum eligibility Performance evaluations 5 - Consistently Exceeded 100 Minimum 50 points Senior
criteria defined on the model. Afterwards, you 4 - Exceeded 75 for senior roles
3 - Met 50
need to achieve a Fit Score of 300 points. 2 - Partially Met 25
Baseline
Associate
1 - Not Met 0
Bonus 100 Points for Senior, 25 Points for Experts
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FAQs
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1. What is the point
system - SPS?
SPS is a 300 points system model developed by
Siemens to define seniority level on the
technical roles to help determine the individual
value at work.
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2. What is the expected
outcome of this system?
The expected outcome of SPS is that the

company will be able to identify colleagues of
senior and expert knowledge on their field of
work for multiple future uses.
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3. What’s in it for me?
Knowing your seniority level via SPS can make
the company best able to understand your
unique professional value, and make you
properly recognized for the value you are
capable to offer.
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4. Is this a promotion?
This exercise is meant to place colleagues of
senior value on the right position levels and the
exercise will include providing Senior or Expert
grades to the entitled colleagues.
This is not a promotion into higher positions

but rather placing you on the right grade within
your position.
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5. Will my title change?
Absolutely yes, successful candidates will earn
a title of senior or even higher in recognition to
their grade.
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6. How SPS defines my
seniority?
SPS defines your seniority via 3 different
scales:
1) Relevant industry exposure

2) Technical competency level
3) Performance rating in 2019
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7. Is there minimum requirement
to use SPS?
Yes, you have to have at least 5 years of

experience by Sep 30, 2019. You also need to
be achieving (3 – Met) on your performance
rating for 2019.
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8. How do I calculate
my points?
If you have met the minimum requirements, use
the mini calculator to ensure that you are
preliminary capable of achieving a fit score of
300 points.
Senior level require a competency level 4, and

Expert level requires a competency level 5.
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9. How the competency level
is assessed?
Technical competency level is assessed by
panel assessments that will be conducted by the
station from 1st to 5th of Dec.
You will need to prove your competency level

to the panel members by using the Individual
Presentation Template.
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10. How the skill assessment
will go?
You will be given 45 minutes to prove your
competency level to the assessment panel using
the designated template.
Within those minutes, you need to demonstrate

the core competencies level you are applying
for that is identified for each position later in
document.
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11. What will I need to cover
during this assessment?
All down to you, however, w recommend that

you use the time wisely to demonstrate the core
competencies by reflecting on past experiences,
heroic jobs you have done, in-depth theoretical
and practical understanding. And you problem
solving capabilities.
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12. Will I be asked questions
during this assessment?
Yes, the assessment panel will ask strong

questions in the area you present and within the
expected core competencies that you say you
have.
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13. Will this have impact on
my salary?
This exercise is broadly aimed at positioning you right
within the organization in terms of job grade. This
‘may’ carry a positive future impact on your
remuneration as a side effect.
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14. What jobs will have to go
through SPS?
Only positions identified in the core competency
catalogue in this document.
1) Shift operator, chemist, and operation technician;

2) Maintenance engineers and technicians.
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15. How do I submit by request
for assessment?
Send your finished and completed PPT presentation
file to your local HR contact by maximum Nov 30,
2019.
For Beni Suef – Verina Alert

For Burullus and NC – Bassam Mohsen
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16. What is SPS implementation
timeline?
Timeline for SPS is as follows:
1) Accepting application till 30th of Nov 2019;

2) Conducting panel assessments from
1st till 5th of December 2019.
3) Receive feedback before 12th Dec.
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17. How do I book a time-slot
for assessment?
Timeslots for panel assessment will be shared by HR
within this week (25th to 28th of Nov).
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18. Who are the members
of the assessment panel?
Your department head, HR, and whenever convenient

the Station Manager. Other guests will be invited as
and when necessary.
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Technical Competency Catalouge
Operation
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Technical Competency Catalogue | Operation Technician
What is a Skill Matrix?
A Competency Level is a table that displays people’s proficiency in specified skills and knowledge, as well as their
interest in working on assignments using these skills and knowledge.
Department Operation
Competency Level – Level 5 •
•
Appropriate safety authorization under safety rules
Excellent awareness of PTW Controls
(Expert) • Follow a risk-matrix
• 2-years relevant technical training
• Expert in GT, ST, HRSG and BOP monitoring
• Knowledge of cross-discipline applications
• Expert practical application of own discipline.
• High level knowledge of plant operations and first-aid trouble-shooting methods.
• Good English verbal communication skill.

•
Good awareness of PTW processes
(Proficient) • Follow a risk-matrix
• Proficient in GT, ST, HRSG and BOP monitoring
• Appreciation of cross-discipline applications
• Proficient practical application of own discipline.
• Good knowledge of plant operations and first-aid trouble-shooting methods.
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Technical Competency Catalogue | Shift Operator
•
Strong appreciation of PTW Controls
(Expert) • Establish a risk-matrix
• Expert in GT, ST, HRSG and BOP operations and monitoring
• Excellent knowledge of cross-discipline applications
• Expert knowledge of own discipline.
• High level knowledge of plant thermodynamics, fault-diagnosis and trouble-shooting methods.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill.

•
Appreciation of PTW Controls
(Proficient) • Interpret a risk-matrix
• Proficient in GT, ST, HRSG and BOP operations and monitoring
• Good appreciation of cross-discipline applications
• Good knowledge of own discipline.
• Working knowledge of plant thermodynamics, fault-diagnosis and trouble-shooting methods.
• Good verbal and written communication skill.
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Technical Competency Catalogue | Chemist
•
• Expert in site-specific chemical standards for GT, ST, HRSG and BOP operations
• Excellent knowledge of cross-discipline applications
• Expert knowledge of own discipline.
• High level knowledge of water/steam specifications and water treatment technologies

•
• Proficient in site-specific chemical standards for GT, ST, HRSG and BOP operations
• Good knowledge of cross-discipline applications
• Good knowledge of own discipline.
• Working knowledge of water/steam specifications and water treatment technologies
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Electrical Maintenance
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Technical Competency Catalogue | Electrical Maintenance Engineer
•
Ability to use DIGSI software, its configuration and detailed understanding
Analyzing SIPROTEC relays reports and present protection solutions
(Expert) • GIS switchgear trouble shooting and repair work
• Power transformer trouble shooting analyzing and suggest solutions
• Power transformer testing and oil analyses
• MV/LV electrical motors trouble shooting and parameter change
• Prepare technical procedures and check sheets
• High knowledge of BFS system
• Demonstrate high organization skills
• Liaise with other Maintenance Departments in polity and human manner

•
Switchgear trouble shooting and repair work
Power transformer trouble shooting analyzing and suggest solutions
(Proficient) • Power transformer testing and oil analyses
• LV electrical motors trouble shooting and parameter change
• Participate in preparing technical procedures and check sheets
• Good knowledge of BFS system
• Demonstrate good organization skills
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Technical Competency Catalogue | Electrical Maintenance Technician
•
Demonstrate high understanding of electrical technical drawings
Prepare red mark drawings after modification
(Expert) • Root cause analyzing and reporting
• High technical knowledge for completion of maintenance activities
• High knowledge of using test equipment
• Demonstrate high organization skills

•
Demonstrate good understanding of electrical technical drawings
Prepare red mark drawings after modification
(Proficient) • Root cause analyzing and reporting
• Good technical knowledge for completion of maintenance activities
• Good knowledge of using test equipment
• Demonstrate good organization skills
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Mechnical Maintenance
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Technical Competency Catalogue | Mechanical Engineer
Department Mechanical Engineer
•
• Expert in GT or ST or HRSG and BOP Planning and implementation of maintenance activities.
• High level knowledge of plant thermodynamics, fault-diagnosis and trouble-shooting of
mechanical problems.
• Expert Knowledge of how to perform tasks according to plant maintenance programs and
associated maintenance and repair procedure.
• High level knowledge of plant equipment's maintenance and first-aid trouble-shooting methods.

•
• Proficient in GT or ST or HRSG and BOP Planning and implementation of maintenance
activities.
• Knowledge of how to perform tasks according to plant maintenance programs and associated
maintenance and repair procedure.
• Working knowledge of plant thermodynamics, fault-diagnosis and trouble-shooting methods.
• level knowledge of plant equipment's maintenance and first-aid trouble-shooting methods.
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Technical Competency Catalogue | Mechanical Technician
Department Maintenance
•
Expert to perform maintenance activities for GT or ST or HRSG and BOP.
(Expert) • Good knowledge of workshop practices, Pump-Motor alignment.
• Knowledge of how to perform tasks according to plant maintenance and repair procedure..
• High level knowledge of plant equipment's maintenance.

•
Proficient to perform maintenance activities for GT or ST or HRSG and BOP.
(Proficient) • Knowledge of Pump-Motor alignment.
• Knowledge of how to perform tasks according to plant maintenance and repair procedure.
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I&C Maintenance
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Technical Competency Catalogue | I&C Maintenance Engineer
Department Electrical Maintenance Engineer

•
Expert in unit control or steam turbine governor or gas turbine governor
Expert in SPPA T3000 administration incl. support function for external inquiries
(Expert) • Literate in work preparation scheduling regarding planned outages and unplanned outages
• Incorporate EHS principles into planning and work execution activities
• Outstanding leadership skills regarding technician supervision and support
• Literate in all I&C relevant BFS funcitons (incl. purchasing, stock management)

•
Experienced in unit control or steam turbine governor or gas turbine governor
Experienced in SPPA T3000 administration incl. support function for external inquiries
(Proficient) • Incorporate EHS principles into planning and work execution activities
• Good leadership skills regarding technician supervision and support
• Creating of workplan schedules
• Literate in basic I&C relevant BFS funcitons
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Technical Competency Catalogue | I&C Maintenance Technician
Department Electrical Maintenance Technician

•
Expert in transmitters or motorized valve controls or black box systems
Familiar with standard SPPA T3000 functions / able to use DCS system for troubleshooting
(Expert) • Incorporate EHS principles into planning and work execution activities
• Good leadership skills regarding technician supervision and support

•
Expert in field transmitters or motorized valve controls or black box systems
Mechatronic skills (basic mechanical machining knowledge)
(Proficient) • Incorporate EHS principles into planning and work execution activities
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The expected outcome of SPS is that the

This is not a promotion into higher positions

1) Relevant industry exposure

Yes, you have to have at least 5 years of

Senior level require a competency level 4, and

You will need to prove your competency level

Within those minutes, you need to demonstrate

All down to you, however, w recommend that

Yes, the assessment panel will ask strong

1) Shift operator, chemist, and operation technician;

For Beni Suef – Verina Alert

1) Accepting application till 30th of Nov 2019;

Your department head, HR, and whenever convenient

What is a Skill Matrix?

Competency Level – Level 4 •

What is a Skill Matrix?

Competency Level – Level 4 •

What is a Skill Matrix?

Competency Level – Level 4 •

What is a Skill Matrix?

Competency Level – Level 4 •

What is a Skill Matrix?

Competency Level – Level 4 •

What is a Skill Matrix?

Competency Level – Level 4 •

What is a Skill Matrix?

Competency Level – Level 4 •

Department Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Competency Level – Level 4 •

Department Electrical Maintenance Technician

Competency Level – Level 4 •

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