Technical Optimization Lead (Embedded, Off Grid, Bilateral & Technical Loss Model) at Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company

Reporting To: Head, Technical Operations

Role Purpose

• This role is responsible for providing cost effective technical solution for new and existing grid connections, embedded generations and modeling IE distribution network.

Responsibilities

• Design a workable solution for all request from Business Optimization or Marketing for Embedded, Off grid and Bilateral request.
• Optimize and plan technical solutions for Bilateral estates
• Develop a Technical Loss study report and analysis to reduce the T & D Losses of IE
• Develop annual optimization operating philosophy for all category of IE technical assets
• Develop annual optimization plans, initiatives and programmes for existing IE technical assets and infrastructure
• Perform periodic sizing of all IE assets to identify areas of wastages and overloads
• Perform periodic review of IE technical architecture and identify potential optimization opportunities
• Collaborate with GIS Coordinator to ensure IE current infrastructure and technical database are updated and useful for management decision making
• Monitors the IE networks for new innovation to optimize the assets
• Formation of strategy for the Technical Initiatives to optimize the existing IE assets and make it perform at its best with minimal cost.
• Ensure proper technical asset inventory and management in line with international standards
• Manage and oversee the completion of all new and existing Technical initiatives in IE Networks
• Provide support for Technical Budget preparation and implementation and advise to Top management.
• Provide advice and guidance to other technical units for performance improvement in the way services are discharged to meet world standard and latest technology
• Drive and ensure all POC analysis and test are carried out for all optimization initiatives and programs before full rollout implementation across the business
• Thoroughly understand and communicate power distribution optimization strategies to appropriate stakeholders as well as manage all requirements to realize the objectives each for the stakeholder
• Ensure all activities are undertaken in strict compliance with approved technical system operation procedures in order to protect Ikeja Electric’s personnel, assets and corporate reputation
• Monitor functional area performance through Key Performance Measures.
• Attend meeting, seminar and conference on behalf of IE with other DISCOs and regulatory bodies
• Provide support in preparation of all technical reports to regulatory bodies
• Ensure all Technical databases are up to date and managed effectively with other units in IE
• Comply with Quality Management System / Occupational Health & Safety requirements including objectives and applicable regulations relating to assigned jobs.
• Take responsibility for compliance with all Quality Management System /Occupational Health & Safety related activities as documented in IE technical operations manual, risk assessment register and other relevant documents.
• Carry out any other duties as requested by the HTOT, CTO.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Degree or its equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years relevant work experience.
• An MSc/COREN certification will be an added advantage.

Technical Competencies:

• Knowledge of Power Engineering distribution networks
• Ability to use power system modelling software
• Knowledge of distribution codes and standards
• Conversant with smart grid technologies and renewable energy
• Data Analysis
• Proficiency in the use of computers.
• Knowledge of Project Management.
• Report writing skills.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong Communication and Presentation Skills
• Interpersonal Relations
• Leadership/ Managerial Skills
• Critical and innovative thinking
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Managing Resources
• Business Focus.