Generator Technician at the British High Commission (BHC)

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We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Generator Technician

Ref No: 12/17 LOS
Location: Lagos
Grade: A1 (L)
Type of Position: Fixed Term
Duration of Post: 12 months
Job Category: Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Job Subcategory: Estates

Main Purpose of Job

• The post holder will be expected to function as a generator technician dealing with day to day workload within the Technical works Group.

Roles and Responsibilities
What will the jobholder be expected to achieve?

• Ensure efficient and effective maintenance services of all Generator sets (Including servicing, troubleshooting, fault finding and repairs) across the BDHC Lagos estate to ensure the safety, reliability and operational effectiveness of all generators and control systems in compliance with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) Health and Safety (H&S) requirements practices and procedures
• Ensure that all generators and control systems are kept in good order and are regularly inspected and maintained in accordance with health and safety requirements and are fully compliant with FCO Standards.
• Daily Inspect generators to identify faults, maintain, service, replace parts and repair official generators as directed in accordance with the manufacturer recommendations and schedule
• Provide emergency call out services for generators across the BDHC Lagos estate.
• Working beyond official hours as and when required
• Carry out any other duties as assigned by Estates Foreman.
• Perform all planned Preventative Maintenance (Electrical and Mechanical) of all BDHC Lagos Estates generator sets

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified (City and Guilds or equivalent) service engineer capable of working on generators up to 500KVA
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in fault-finding and servicing of FG Wilson diesel engines and generator sets.
• Professionally trained in: Mechanical engineering, power electronics systems, mechatronic engineering.
• Technical understanding of synchronised control systems
• At least an expert knowledge of FG Wilson Generators especially; 2X06 Electronics Engines, 6000 Series control system, Analogue Control system, ATi/CTi Changeover system, Leroy Somers Alternators, Power Wizards Control System
• Excellent fault finding and diagnostic skills.
• Understanding of UK Health & Safety regulations
• Manual handling experience and working with automatic refuelling systems.
• Excellent communication skills with a flexible, adaptable approach to working.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure without supervision and as a team
• Ability to interact well with superiors and subordinates professionally.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• Evidence of Health and Safety Training
• Ability to drive

Required Competencies: 

• Seeing the Big Picture, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace

Starting monthly salary
N263,239

Application Closing Date
26th June, 2017.

Start Date
1st August, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Additional Information

• Employees recruited locally by the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Nigeria.
• All applicants must be legally able to work in the country of application with the correct visa/status or work permit.
• Employees who are not eligible to pay local income tax: e.g. certain third-country nationals and spouses/partners of UK diplomats will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
• Reference and security clearances checks will be conducted.
• Any questions you may have about this position will be answered during the interview, should you be invited.
• Information about the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Competency Framework can be found on this link:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-competency-framework
• Successful candidates not resident in Country will be personally liable for costs and arrangements to relocate, including accommodation and work permits.
• Complete the application form in full as the information provided will be used for screening purposes.
• Check your application and attachments before you submit your application, as you will not be able to make any changes once submitted.
• The British Deputy High Commission will never ask you to pay a fee or money to apply for a position.