Power House Manager at IITA - International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, Oyo
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
12 days ago

Additional Details

Job ID
128676
Job Views
30

Job Description






DUTIES: 




  • Manage and control all powerhouse activities.

  • Supervise general maintenance of powerhouse operations to ensure consistent and reliable electrical energy supply to the institute.

  • Oversees all the activities of powerhouse Staff to achieve operational objectives.

  • Oversee the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of new electrical equipment, including transformers, CCT breakers, (RMUs), and generators.

  • Maintain 22 distribution transformer substations (both industrial and domestic), with the incorporating RMUs.

  • Supervise the maintenance of approximately 14 kilometers of 11kV underground high-tension (HT) cables.

  • Maintenance of about 14kilometers 11kv underground H.T. cables.

  • Oversee the upkeep of about 3kilometers of the institute’s dedicated 33kV overhead power line.

  • Operate and maintain 4 × 1500kVA and 2000kVA generators, 11kV and 33kV panels, and step-up transformers.

  • Manage tripping units, battery banks, and associated protection systems.

  • Maintain 2 × 5000kVA (5MVA) power transformers to ensure performance.

  • Maintain accurate records of all powerhouse operations and maintenance activities.

  • Verify electricity bills before submission for payment approval.

  • Provide technical training and mentorship to subordinates in line with powerhouse operations.

  • Coordinate the activities of contractors involved in powerhouse projects.

  • Liaise with personnel to ensure proper maintenance of the institute’s dedicated power line.

  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.



Requirements



QUALIFICATION:




  • Possession of Masters’ degree in Electrical Engineering or any other related field.

  • The ideal candidate must have a minimum of Eight (8) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment. is an added advantage.



COMPETENCIES:



The ideal candidate must:




  • Have in-depth knowledge of electrical systems, including the operation and maintenance of RMUs.

  • Be experienced in handling heavy-duty generators within large industrial or institutional environments.

  • Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).

  • Be proficient in reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings.



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