Electrical Operator, CPP

About this role

The role is for an electrical operator at the CPP powerhouse, responsible for safe and efficient generator switchboard operations, monitoring of generator parameters, and preparing shift reports. It involves synchronising generators, handling high and medium voltage switching operations, and conducting risk assessments before switching. The position supports plant start-up, shutdown, emergency shutdowns, and recovery after electrical trips, and requires coordinating troubleshooting and equipment restoration. The employer is HBM Nigeria Plc, operating CPP within a cement production environment in Gombe, with a history linked to Lafarge Africa Plc. The job focuses on maintaining electrical distribution and power plant reliability through hands-on operation and adherence to safety procedures.

What you would do

• Operate and monitor switchboards for generators and record performance parameters.
• Prepare accurate shift reports on generator performance and switching activities.
• Perform synchronising and running operations of generators and switching of 132kV breakers and 11kV distribution.
• Conduct risk assessments for all switching operations.
• Maintain hourly engine running parameter records and report deviations to engineers and manager.
• Carry out root cause analysis for generator failures and implement action plans.
• Supervise and ensure quality of contracted works.
• Maintain workshop housekeeping and conduct first-level inspections.
• Create work requests and coordinate with the Powerhouse Manager and stakeholders.
• Support plant start-up, shutdown, emergency shutdown, and recovery after electrical trips.

What they are asking for

• OND or Trade Test 3 Certificate.
• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience.
• Knowledge of safety practices in electrical work.
• Knowledge of basic power generation concepts, electrical, electronics and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to analyse running generator data.
• Hands-on experience operating generators, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and distribution systems in a power plant.
• Experience with electrical switching, isolation, energisation/de-energisation, synchronization, and equipment restoration.
• Experience supporting plant start-up, shutdown, and emergency procedures.
• Practical fault identification, alarm/trip response, and troubleshooting coordination.
• Knowledge of PTW, LOTO and safe isolation procedures.

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