SENIOR PROJECTS ENGINEER (DISTRIBUTION) - TANESCO

Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) is focusing on increasing the outreach and service quality of its Energy products for Tanzanians. Next to its current passion as a leading provider of electricity is to be more efficient customer focused utility for Tanzania and beyond. The Company has the largest electricity generation, transmission and distribution network in Tanzania. In order to reach its goals, the Company is investing heavily in its generation, transmission and distribution network, its business systems and human capital. TANESCO now invites applicants who are self-motivated, honest, hardworking and committed individuals to fill the under-mentioned positions for Investment Business Unit – Projects& Research at Head Office.

Specific attributes for the Positions to be filled:

All Candidates must:

• Demonstrate outstanding performance track record;
• Leadership and Professional team building, ability to motivate teams to produce quality deliverables within tight timeframes.
• Must be a Registered Professional Engineer with Engineers Registration Board (ERB - T). With a valid Practicing Licence.
• Demonstrate highest degree of integrity;
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Be self-driven and capable of working with minimal supervision;
• Be capable of delivering expected results and ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines;
• Must be Highly Computer literate.

SENIOR PROJECTS ENGINEER (DISTRIBUTION) -  POST REPORTING TO: PRINCIPAL PROJECTS ENGINEER (D) REF. No. 08

JOB PURPOSE

To assist in the management and  construction of major projects (local and donor funded), to ensure that they are completed in time and budget, control of cost, provide electrical engineering expertise in Management of all Projects (EPC, BOT, BOOT etc.) from design to commissioning.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Supervision and project management of major Distribution Line projects (local and donor funded), including procurement and coordination with other stakeholders, cost control, design and, monitor project progress to ensure that projects are completed within the budget.

• Prepare Technical Specifications, and bill of material lists to implement engineering design and modifications, tender documents, tender evaluations, contract negotiations and claims management

• Directing all engineering activities within electrical discipline for which he/she is responsible in accordance with the highest professional and technical standards and ensures that sound engineering concepts are developed and incorporated into all projects.

• Reviewing the technical accuracy and adequacy of, diagrams, drawings, calculations, studies, specifications, bidders’ quotations, and other technical documents.

• Evaluating, selecting, and applying standard engineering methods, techniques, procedures and criteria, using independent judgment in making changes, adaptations and/or modifications.
• To Plan, design, develop, coordinate and review all electrical engineering work, including electrical power systems protection systems and high voltage switchyard equipment.

• To review systems calculations such as cable, conduit and electrical equipment sizing, Short circuit, load flow and power system relay protection set point calculations.

• To provide technical support to construction group by answering any design or engineering questions that may arise during execution phase of the project.

• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, biannual, annual projects progress and financial reports for submission as appropriate to TANESCO and all financing agencies/Development partners.

• Participate in commissioning of the projects after completion of installation work, to ensure safe operation of the Plant (Distribution)

• Assist to prepare Project Completion Report, which outline, inter alia, achievements in relations to objectives and targets of the projects

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University.
• A Post Graduate Degree in Engineering Management (Project Management) /Construction Management will be an added advantage).
• At least three (3) years’ structured of proven experience in the field.

REMUNERATION

An attractive compensation package based on performance and commensurate with the responsibility will apply to successful candidates. All positions’ terms of employment are performance based contracts.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested Tanzanian nationals should apply by sending an application letter, clearly stating why you should be considered for the position and how you will add value. The application letters should be enclosed with a concise Curriculum Vitae and photocopies of relevant certificates.

Applications should reach the undersigned not later than 14 working days after initial appearance of this advert;

First Appearance: 2^nd April, 2015.

Applications Deadline: 25^th April 2015.

Please indicate Job Reference Number on your application letter.

Phone calls, walk in soliciting for these positions will automatically lead to disqualifications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Applications should be addressed to:

SENIOR MANAGER HUMAN RESOURCES,

TANESCO LTD UMEME PARK,

UBUNGO P. O BOX 9024

DAR ES SALAAM