Lead, Operations & Maintenance at Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited – Kurra Falls, Plateau State

Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited is recruiting a Lead, Operations & Maintenance based at Kurra Falls, Plateau State. The position provides leadership for efficient electricity generation and maintenance of power assets.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the generation function, build teamwork and maintain efficient, reliable power production.
• Develop operations and maintenance strategies, maintenance programmes, technical policies and procedures.
• Plan departmental work, coordinate deadlines and support continuity of electricity generation.
• Ensure compliance with approved technical operating procedures, safety requirements and quality systems.
• Oversee generation-related project works, testing and commissioning.
• Monitor power-sector developments and recommend improvements for NESCO operations.
• Prepare periodic reports for the Head, Generation, and undertake other assigned duties.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; alternatively, an HND with COREN-accredited PGD plus a Master’s degree in the stated engineering disciplines.
• Relevant engineering professional certification, including full COREN membership registration or related specialised certification.
• At least six years of substantive post-qualification experience in engineering design, construction, operations or maintenance, with at least three years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with hydroelectric plant operation, refurbishment, overhaul or modernisation is a strong advantage.
• Additional postgraduate qualifications in engineering, business administration or management are advantageous.
• Knowledge of electricity regulations and policies, maintenance management and substation planning, operations and maintenance.