Carry out safe and efficient switchboard operations for generators, monitor and record generator operating parameters, and prepare accurate shift reports on generator performance and switching activities. Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) of recurring generator trips and conduct risk assessments with colleagues before executing 132kV and 11kV switching operations.
What You'll Be Doing
Carry out synchronizing switch and running operations of generators, switching operation of 132kv breakers and 11kv power distribution switching operations.
Conduct risk assessment for all switching operations
Maintain hourly records of engine running parameters and report any sharp deviations on the reading to section engineers and manager.
Conduct RCA for generator failures and implement action plans.
Supervises and ensures quality of contracted works
Maintain housekeeping of workshop.
Conduct 1st level inspection and capture any abnormal condition.
Create work request.
Direct Reports
Powerhouse Manager
Key interfaces, stakeholders and relationships:
Production, CPP CRO, Shift Leader
Requirements
OND or Trade Test 3 Certificate
Minimum 3 Years post qualification experience
Knowledge of safety work practices
Knowledge of basic Power generation.
Knowledge of basic electrical, electronics and pneumatic systems
Ability to analyze the data recorded on running generator
Hands-on experience operating and monitoring generators, switch gear, transformers, MCCs, and electrical distribution systems in a power plant environment.
Experience performing electrical switching, isolation, energization/de-energization, synchronization, and equipment restoration
Experience supporting plant start-up, shutdown, emergency shutdown, and recovery following electrical trips or power outages.
Practical experience in identifying electrical faults, responding to alarms/trips, and coordinating troubleshooting and equipment restoration
Experience applying electrical safety procedures, including Permit-to-Work (PTW), Lockout/Tag out (LOTO), and safe isolation practices.