Lead, Operations & Maintenance (Generation)

About this role

The role is for a Lead of Operations & Maintenance in generation at NESCO Nigeria Limited, based in Kurra Falls, Plateau. The position involves leading the generation function, developing strategies for reliable and cost-effective power generation, and ensuring maintenance programmes and policies guide technical field operations. The aim is to meet reliability and continuity of electricity generation while adhering to safety, quality and regulatory standards. The role requires overseeing projects, testing and commissioning related to generation activities, and reporting to the Head of Generation. Candidates should have a strong engineering background with substantial post-qualification experience in power generation plants and related maintenance, including supervisory experience.

What you would do

• Manage the generation function and lead a high-performance team for cost-effective power generation.
• Develop strategies for Operations & Maintenance to meet reliability and continuity objectives.
• Develop maintenance programmes for NESCO's power generation operations.
• Create policies, procedures and standards to direct technical field operations.
• Prepare a work plan for the Generation Department to meet deliverables on time.
• Ensure activities comply with approved technical system operation procedures.
• Stay informed on regional and international trends to adopt suitable practices.
• Oversee project works, testing and commissioning related to generation activities.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System and Occupational Health & Safety requirements.
• Prepare periodic reports for the Head, Generation and undertake other tasks as assigned.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or HND with COREN-accredited PGD plus Master's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional certifications with engineering bodies and full COREN membership or related specialized certification.
• Postgraduate qualification in Engineering, Business Administration or Management is an added advantage.
• Minimum six years of relevant hands-on experience in planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance of major engineering works, with three years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in hydro power plant operations, maintenance, refurbishment/overhaul, modernisation or upgrade is advantageous.

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