Electrical Supervisor at Museum of West African Art

About the Role

The Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to join our Facilities Management team. This role is critical to ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all electrical systems that support our exhibitions, collections, and daily operations.

As the Electrical Supervisor, you will lead a team of technicians and contractors, overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance, managing specialized museum systems, and ensuring compliance with safety and conservation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, schedule, and oversee electrical maintenance, repairs, and installations
• Provide technical guidance and training to technicians and contractors
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules for key electrical systems including lighting, power panels, generators, UPS systems, exhibition power circuits, specialized museum electrical systems, and AV/multimedia systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults quickly to minimize disruptions
• Ensure adherence to local codes, HSE standards, and museum conservation policies
• Maintain inspection reports, test results, logs, and certifications
• Monitor energy usage and recommend efficiency strategies
• Manage maintenance budgets effectively
• Supervise contractors, review quality of work, and manage commissioning and handovers
• Coordinate new installations, renovations, and exhibition setups
• Ensure backup systems (generators/UPS) are operational and act as first responder during electrical emergencies
• Protect staff, visitors, and sensitive collections during emergency situations
• Build team capability by training staff on safe practices, emergency procedures, and emerging technologies

Qualifications & Requirements

• HND in Electrical Engineering or related field