Job Title: Systems Operating Regulations Manager
Organization: Umeme Limited
REF: CTO 7
Reports to: Chief Technical Officer
City Kampala
Country Uganda
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 Systems Operating Regulations Manager will primarily be responsible for SOR compliance and competence management and overall safety of Division employees, customers and contractors
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Periodically review the System Operation Regulations and work permit system to ensure it is adequate and in line with industry best practice at all times
Develop and manage effective training and testing methodologies that ensure the production and maintenance of highly competent authorized personnel.
Compile and follow up on the SOR (Systems Operations Regulations) Audit action points
Implement a system that monitors complies with safety operating rules, people, processes, plant and equipment
Follow-up on the training for refresher and newly recruited staff
Ensure accidents that relate to system operations are thoroughly investigated and mitigation measures identified and implemented
Develop and sustain a safety culture in network operations
Coordinate interviews for staff SOR engineering compliance
Identify gaps in SOR and make recommendations to the SOR review committee.
Develop SOR annual training plans
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The candidate should hold a Degree in Electrical Engineering with five years’ post qualification experience in power system operations.
Knowledge and full understanding of electrical safety in power distribution
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
