Electro-Mechanical Manager (Hydro Power Project) – Kikagati Power Company Limited (KPCL)
Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Manager (Hydro Power Project)
Organisation: Kikagati Power Company Limited (KPCL)
Duty Station: Kikagati, Isingiro District, KPCL Kampala offices or other project location within Uganda
Reports to: KPCL Project Manager
NB: Available to start immediately, at the end of December 2020.
About US:
Kikagati Power Company Limited (KPCL) is set to construct a 14MW hydropower plant on the Kagera river that marks the border between the Republic of Uganda and United Republic of Tanzania. The project is located within Nyakayojo village, Kikagati Town Council, Isingiro district in Uganda and Murongo village, Murongo ward, Kyerwa District in Kagera region.
Job Summary: The Company seeks to hire an Electro-Mechanical Manager based in Uganda.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: The role will include, but not be limited to, the following activities and responsibilities:
- Harmonize Project technical compliance with relevant local authorities.
- Inspect, supervise, and monitor EPC contractor/subcontractor quality and performance.
- Maintain records of materials and equipment certifications, inspection reports.
- Oversee performance of subcontractors during construction and installation and provide direction with approval from Project/Line manager.
- Review installation documents from the E&M contractor.
- Schedule and Follow up all subcontractor work and deliveries as provided by the Project/Line Manager.
- Follow-up on commissioning activities.
- Supervise and train electro-mechanical team(s) of engineers and technicians.
- Meet construction and operational standards as directed by the Company and Project requirements.
- Sign acceptance of the various completed electro-mechanical works components, processes, and installations on behalf of the Project Manager.
- Review proposed materials, designs, manuals, schedules, and work plans.
- Responsibility for Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality performance of contractors and the project for the Electro-Mechanical department generally.
- Liaise with consultants, contractors, local, regional, and state stakeholders.
- Initiate and develop proposals to reduce overall project costs.
- Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (in-country or overseas) as required by the project.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Engineering Degree in Mechanical or Electrical from a reputable University.
- Fluent in English (written and oral).
- Total experience of a minimum of 15 years in the hydropower sector.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience at site (erection follow-up).
- Have strong experience in commissioning.
- Good knowledge of both electrical and mechanical components of a Hydropower project.
- Managerial experience.
- Preferably experience with Kaplan pit type turbine.
NB: Available to start immediately, at the end of December 2020.
How to Apply:
If your profile fits the above role and you have the desire to be part of our team, please send your CV and cover letter clearly stating the job role you are applying for to:
Procurement@berkeley-energy.ug
Deadline: Thursday 10th December 2020 by 5:00pm