Fresh Jobs at Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited (NESCO)

Purpose of the Job

• Oversee plant maintenance planning activity and routinely monitor plant equipment

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• The Maintenance Planning Engineer shall therefore be responsible, but not limited, for the following:
• Responsible for short-term and long-term maintenance planning activity at the plant like shutdown 
• Responsible for minor and major overhauls as well as other minor and routine inspections
• Plans the maximization of the plant shutdown to minimize revenue loss 
• Participate in the development and articulation of the annual operating plans, monthly operating plans and other operational plans
• Formulating plant maintenance policy and strategy to serve plant objectives 
• Ensure timely availability of materials and tools for preventive and corrective maintenance
• Routine monitoring of plant equipment and maintaining records thereof 
• Prepare periodic report for the attention of the Head Generation 
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head, Generation

Minimum Educational & Professional Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Higher National Diploma (HND) with COREN accredited Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) plus Master’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized tertiary institution. 
• Relevant Professional Certifications with engineering professional bodies including full membership registration with the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) or a Related Specialized Certification.
• Those with a postgraduate qualification in relevant discipline such as a Master’s Degree in an Engineering Discipline, Business Administration or Management from a recognized tertiary institution will have an added advantage.
• Minimum of six (6) years substantial practical relevant post qualifying hands-on working experience in the planning, design, construction, operations, and maintenance of major engineering works preferably with a strong bias towards power generation plants three (3) of which should be at a Supervisory Role.
• Applicants with actual hydro power plants operations, maintenance refurbishment/overhaul, modernisation and upgrade experience will have a strong added advantage.

Attributes and Competencies

• Knowledge of Maintenance Management and modern maintenance management practices
• Knowledge of material and resource requirement for power plant 
• Knowledge of environment and safety requirements and statutory guideline 
• Planning and organizing capability 

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Purpose of the Job

• Fabricating, repairing, and maintaining mechanical components and equipment in the hydropower plant.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• The Machinist/Turner shall therefore be responsible, but not limited, for the following:
• Operate machine tools to fabricate and repair mechanical components 
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications to create accurate parts 
• Ensure precise measurements using tools like Vanier calipers, micrometers screw gauge, and gauges. 
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on hydropower plant equipment, including turbines, pumps, and valves
• Fabricate or refurbish machine parts as needed to minimize downtime 
• Assist in the alignment and assembly of mechanical components 
• Inspect finished components to ensure they meet specifications and quality standards 
• Perform tests on machined parts to confirm functionality and fit
• Maintain records of machining processes and completed tasks
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations while operating machinery
• Provide technical input during troubleshooting and repair processes
• Assist in training other staff on machining and equipment handling techniques 
• Prepare periodic report for the attention of the Head, Workshop
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Head, Workshop

Minimum Educational & Professional Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

• National Diploma (ND) in Mechanical Engineering, Machining Technology, or a related field 

Attributes and Competencies

• Proficiency in operating and maintaining machine tools
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and precision machining 
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and blueprints 
• Knowledge of hydropower equipment and its components 
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality

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Purpose of the Job

• Monitoring the operations of the Turbine.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• The Power Plant Operator shall therefore be responsible, but not limited, for the following:
• Run the operations of the turbine and associated equipment 
• Ensure timely and up-to-date information on the operations of the turbine and other associated plant equipment 
• Collation and interpretation of data and results on the operations of the turbine 
• Physical inspection of equipment including turbine
• Record and analyze data on power output, water levels, and system performance
• Reporting major issues to the maintenance team
• Prepare operational reports
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations 
• Participate in safety drills and report any hazardous conditions or incidents 
• Ensure safe shutdown and startup of plant systems as needed 
• Prepare periodic reports for the attention of the Head, Generation
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Shift-In-Charge

Minimum Educational & Professional Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

• Higher National Diploma (HND) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of three (3) years substantial practical relevant post qualifying hands-on working experience preferably in the planning, design, construction, operations, and maintenance of major engineering works.
• Applicants with actual hydro power plants operations, maintenance refurbishment/overhaul, modernisation and upgrade experience will have a strong added advantage

Attributes and Competencies

• Knowledge of power generation process and safety requirements 
• Knowledge of standard operating procedures with respect to plant operation and maintenance 
• Technical troubleshooting skills 
• Data interpretation, report writing and presentation skills