Organization: Umeme Limited
REF: CTO 11
Reports to: Asset Manager
About Umeme:
Umeme Limited is an Electricity Distribution Company listed on the Uganda and Nairobi Securities Exchange, with Actis’ Infrastructure 2 fund as a majority investor. Actis is a leading investor in the emerging markets, managing over US$4.8bn worth of investment on behalf of more than 100 institutional investors, including the Commonwealth Development Corporation (CDC), a UK Government owned company.
Job Summary: The Protection Manager will be responsible for maximizing availability of Key Power systems and protecting Umeme assets against damage and failure and threat to life
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Responding promptly to unplanned protection failure events
Development and maintenance of planned inspection and maintenance programmes for Sub Stations and all Key Power System assets especially MV Lines, MV Transformers, Power Transformers, Circuit Breakers and Capacitor Banks
Testing and checking all new equipment installations to ensure maximum conformity with protection protocols
Designing and developing work programmes to ensure timely coverage of assets and in an efficient manner
Analysing and reporting on key protection failures with a view to preventing re-occurrence and maximizing availability
Planning and operating with safety to staff and customers as priority
Contributing to overall Asset Management strategies
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The candidate should hold a Degree in Electrical Engineering with 5 (five) years experience with Electricity Power Systems
Strong analytical skills and capacity to diagnose intelligently under pressure.
Good judgment and ability to mobilize support for views. Excellent mentor and developer of skills in team
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should send their applications clearly detailing your suitability for the position in terms of required qualifications and experience to recruit.hr@umeme.co.ug .
NB: Please DO NOT send CVs. Please indicate the job you are applying for in the subject line.
Deadline: Monday 30th September, 2013 by 17:00
