To monitor day to day substation plant, equipment, plant house and staff management in UETCL primary substations.
Key Result Areas
1. Management and monitoring of UETCL plant/site installations to ensure proper functionality of all plant equipment.
2. Carry out local switching operations in accordance with instructions from the National Control Centre.
3. Manage plant equipment, casual Labourers as well as security personnel and ensure safety within the plant.
. Inspect, operate and maintain substations and various transmission, distribution and generation apparatus consistent with company policies and safety regulations.
5. Operating switching devices that disconnect power from equipment or reroute it to other circuits in response to signals from computers or dispatch operators
6. Monitoring equipment performance, such as voltage levels, current flow, and temperature levels, to ensure that they are within safe operating ranges
7. Maintaining records of work activities, including accident reports, repair schedules, and work orders
8. Checking meters to make sure they are accurate and recording any discrepancies
9. Following safety procedures at all times while working around high voltage electrical equipment
10. Operating switching devices such as contactors, circuit breakers, relays, and transformers to control the flow of electricity through power lines and in accordance with instructions from the National
Control Centre
11. Responding to emergencies such as natural disasters and fires by operating equipment that can restore power quickly
12. Reviewing maintenance requests from stakeholders and followingup to ensure that work is completed correctly
THE PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Must have an Ordinary Diploma in Electrical Engineering with
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Substations maintenance
Must be prepared to work for long hours outside the normal hours.
Must be prepared for full time deployment in any of UETCL’s substations that may be in remote areas or upcountry.
A person of integrity, highly motivated, innovative, proactive and committed team player
