Vacancy | Controller (1 Position)
The Copperbelt Energy Corporation PLC (CEC) is an independent power transmission and distribution company with interests in closely linked businesses, including fibre optic based telecommunications, in Zambia and the African region.
CEC invites applications from suitably qualified, innovative and dynamic individuals to take up the position of CONTROLLER (x1).
Job Purpose
To assist with the control and co-ordination of operations of the CEC power system and to ensure safety of all persons and equipment so as to safeguard continuity of electrical power supply as per Power Supply Agreements with customers.
Key Accountabilities
- Carry out switching operations by remote control so as to maintain continuity of electrical power to customers.
- Issue systems operating instructions clearly and competently to ensure safe working conditions of the system in line with the CEC system.
- Accurately assess system abnormalities so that corrective action is taken to restore electrical power within the shortest possible time.
- Maintain accurate record of system operations in the master log book for reference, management use and billing purposes.
- Adjust the system control operating diagram to show and maintain accurate overview of the system for smooth running.
- Ensure that frequency and voltage are maintained within prescribed limits.
- Issue equipment work permits on the equipment taken out of the system to responsible persons.
- Control the system maximum demand so as to keep maximum demand below the set target while ensuring reliability and continuous supply of electrical power to customers at minimum operational cost.
- Ensure system regulations are adhered to for the safety of all persons working on the system, the safety of equipment and continuity of electrical supply to consumers.
Qualifications and Experience
- Electrical Engineering Diploma
- 2 years post qualification experience
- Computer literate and fully conversant with the Microsoft Office package.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- EIZ Membership
The successful applicant will be required to take up the appointment immediately.
If you are keen on the above position, kindly email your application to [email protected]. Please indicate the job title in the subject line of your e-mail and use your full name and the job you are applying for as the filename of your application (e.g., Dexter Mwewa_Controller). The application should consist of your letter and CV only, in a single document. Hard copy applications will not be accepted. The closing date is: Friday, 19 August 2016.
