Electrical Engineering & Mechanical Engineering Technicians at the Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited (NESCO)

Electrical Engineering & Mechanical Engineering Technicians at the Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited (NESCO). Please make sure you read the job requirements before applying for this position.

Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited [NESCO (Nigeria) Limited] is incorporated under the Companies act of the Laws of Nigeria. Its core business is to generate, distribute, supply and retail electric power in Plateau State and adjacent States.

We are recruiting suitably qualified, highly motivated, and well experienced candidates to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Electrical Engineering & Mechanical Engineering Technician

Location: Jos, Plateau

Job Description

• The Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Technicians shall be responsible to the Assistant Chief Engineer (Generation) or Assistant Chief Engineer (Services) through the Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineers in the performance of his/her duties and responsibilities.
• They must have extensive knowledge and hands-on experience In operational and electrical or mechanical practices Including design, development, Installation and maintenance of electrical or mechanical systems preferably In power generation and distribution systems set-up.
• The candidates must be able In a multi-functional teams’s environment and effectively lead and manage teams of electricians, fitters, artisans, etc.

Key Responsibilities

The Electrical/Mechanical Technician Shall be responsible, but not limited, for the following:

• Supervising electrical / mechanical electricians, fitters, artisans;
• Carrying Out operations, routine checks, repairs, breakdown &preventive maintenance of power /generation plant &its auxiliaries and distribution network equipment and systems
• Assist in planning, designing, and Implementing cost-effective plant, equipment, and systems / rehabilitation, modernization and upgrade to improve safety, reliability and effectiveness of power supply
• Carrying out operations and monitoring operating conditions (including recording parameters, operations events and occurrences) of power plants and distribution network equipment and systems including switch gear etc to ensure efficient & effective performance
• Ensuring that electrical & mechanical systems, plant, equipment, installations and operations meet and conform to industry standards, statutory and regulatory requirements
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, rectifying faults using fault-testing equipment, and repairing & replacing malfunctioning equipment, appliances, apparatus, systems and defective components in various electrical/mechanical fixtures
• Recording all breakdown/corrective and preventive maintenance findings, feed backs and improvements
• Developing, designing, building/constructing/fabricating, and testing electrical and mechanical parts, devices& systems using hand and power tools and specifications
• Assist in preparation of electrical & mechanical systems specifications and drawings
• Initiating procurement of spare parts materials, supplies, equipment required for Operations and maintenance works
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics and other engineering diagrams
• Training co-workers on the safe and efficient use of electrical/mechanical machinery and equipment;
• Maintaining a tidy, safe and healthy work environment and adhering to Industry regulations
• Advising management on continued use of unsuitable equipment, appliances, and apparatus
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications and Experience

• The Ideal candidate should have a minimum qualification of a National Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a reputable and recognized Polytechnic, with at least two (2) years’ post-qualifying hands-on experience in the relevant field, preferably in a hydroelectric power generation and distribution industry.

Key Core Competencies:
He / she must:

• Have strong oral and written Communication skills to be able to consult with others staff members
• Have the physical ability to carry Out tasks In uncomfortable place such as high areas and confined spaces
• Have excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Have good attention to accuracy and detail
• Be computer literate
• Be of high integrity
• Have great organizational and time management abilities
• Be willing to work full-time hours, and in any of our remote areas of operation
• Be able to supervise himself and manage other members of a team
• Have extensive knowledge of workshop Practice and use of machines and equipment.

Application Closing Date

8th December, 2021.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Applications under confidential Cover, enclosing copies of Certificates, detailed CV with Names and Contact details of three (3) traceable Referees to:
The Managing Director,
Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited,
10 Barkin Ladi Road,
P. O. Box 15, Bukuru,
Jos South, Plateau State.
Or
Send via email to: [email protected] and Copy: [email protected]

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.