Lead Network Planning and Distribution at Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited (NESCO)

Purpose of the Role

Oversee the design, planning, development, and maintenance of the power distribution network for Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (NESCO) Limited.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive plans for the expansion and optimization of the electrical distribution network
• Monitor energy flow across the distribution network while developing and implementing strategies to optimize usage and minimize distribution losses
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant regulatory standards and company policies
• Participate in on-site electrical load surveys for new projects
• Develop and implement loss reduction, equipment failure prevention, and accident reduction strategies
• Participate in network design and supervise engineering drawing production
• Ensure all customers and distribution assets are mapped and tagged using GIS tools
• Plan, organize, design, and coordinate technical activities for smooth functioning of the distribution networks
• Inspect, test, and commission new distribution network feeders and distribution substations
• Maintain, manage, and carry out electrical load surveys of all feeders
• Identify potential risks that may occur in the design, planning, and development of projects
• Initiate, schedule, monitor, control, and commission technical projects to ensure compliance with planned objectives and regulatory standards
• Review Bill of Engineering Measurement and Evaluation (BEME) and cost-benefit analyses for technical projects
• Assist the Head of Distribution in proposal vetting by providing civil and electrical inputs, conducting feasibility tests, and performing necessary computations for proposal evaluation
• Conduct site visits for proposed projects (monthly and as required)

Location

Lagos, Nigeria