Transmission Engineer Projects

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Job Ref: VAC22/14
Closing Date: 10/03/2014 at 04:00 PM

The position of Transmission Engineer Projects is based at the Authority’s Navutu Depot and will report directly to Unit Leader Transmission.

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  •  Plan and execute projects on the Authority’s Transmission and Sub-transmission network;
  • Manage project timelines and budgets;
  • Plan the phasing and execution of the Transmission Asset Refurbishment Works as part of the Monasavu Hydro Electric Scheme’s Half Life Refurbishment Project;
  • Create equipment specifications for tendering and procuring specialized transmission equipment, evaluating tender proposals and preparing equipment purchase recommendations in compliance with relevant IEC, IEEE, and AS/NZS International Standards;
  • Develop written procedures and establish the means and methods for executing the project, including EFL and contractor risk assessments;
  • Spearhead the production of design documents and construction drawings in AutoCAD as required for outlining the scope of works and to convey requirements for carrying out the execution of the projects;
  • Provide the necessary due diligence, project management/administration for multiple In-House and Turnkey Projects to execute works on the FEA’s 132kV & 33kV Transmission Assets;
  • Identification of transmission network constraints and conducting system studies and feasibility studies to propose solutions for improving transmission network adequacy and performance, in the form of initiating network augmentation projects;
  • Ensure all Network SBA and Corporate Key Performance Indicators (KPI) are accomplished as per plan;
  • Ensure compliance with FEA’s policies and protocols during the execution of in-house and turnkey projects;
  • Maintain HSE legislative requirements of both EFL and Government. Promote safety by assisting in compiling and maintaining work procedures, and carry out work in compliance with the safe work procedures. Carry out Safety Visits;
  • Perform other work related duties consistent with the responsibilities assigned to the position.

 KEY REQUIREMENTS

  •  Candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution and membership or eligibility for membership of a recognized Professional Institution;
  • Must have 3 years post qualification experience in the electric power industry of which a minimum 1 year should have been spent in power distribution/transmission. Must have a valid driving license and be authorized in Categories A, B, C, F of High Voltage switching.

The positions will be offered on a three (3) year contract basis.

If you think you meet the above requirements, please complete the EFL Standard Job Application Form which you can download from the EFL Website (www.fea.com.fj) or EFL Intranet, attach a copy of your curriculum vitae and send to:

The General Manager Human Resources
Fiji Electricity Authority
Private Mail Bag
SUVA

Applications are expected to be made on the EFL Standard Application Form. Please note that an incomplete application will not be considered.

All applications must reach EFL no later than 4.00pm on Monday 10th March, 2014.

Please note that all applications will not be acknowledged and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted regarding an interview. If you have not been contacted by the Energy Fiji Limited, then your application has not been successful and we thank you for your interest in applying.

 FEA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER