Specialist - Power System Operations, North Network at MTN Nigeria

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We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Specialist - Power System Operations, North Network

Job ID: 5514
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full Time
Reports To: Manager - Power Operations North
Division: Network

Mission

• To carry out preventive and breakdown maintenance on key power equipment in switching centers and technical locations. Which includes generator, transformer, UPS, rectifier, HVAC, and diesel management.
• Support implementation in project implementation.
• Support the power planning unit in providing the raw data needed for planning and monitoring.

Description

• Ensure strict adherence to all policies, processes, and procedures of MTN for power planning systems and continuous improvement to foster efficiency.
• Ensure that all power executions are carried out in line with the standards and specifications of MTN and in accordance with all national and international best practices.
• Ensure all presentations and reports (daily, weekly, etc.) on the overall power systems of the network are available.
• Ensure an accurate database of power and cooling systems is available and updated as required.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an efficient management information system for the power planning unit.
• Carry out audit and ensure the correct application of cooling, DC, and AC power solutions for all standard and non-standard BTS/Tx site configurations that conform to specification.
• Seeking cost-effective energy solutions and developing plans for their approval and implementation.
• Making necessary plans and cost estimates for all power and cooling system projects
• Specify and dimension the power requirements for installations.
• Supervise and accept power installations carried out by vendors.
• Optimize power application and use.
• Preparing, developing, and seeking approvals for budgetary plans for all M&E projects (power and cooling) in MTNN.
• To monitor through site visits and data gathering from the ESS team to ensure adequate capacities are available.
• To work with the facility implementation team to ensure successful implementation of M&E projects and to verify all M&E designs and drawings from vendors and facility implementation consultants.
• Plan and assist in the implementation of power and cooling systems as specified in MTNN requirements.
• Develop the scope of work and specifications for all M&E (power and cooling) systems.
• Verify the scope of work and carry out acceptance of power, cooling, and M&E projects.
• Verify and confirm proof of concepts for trials on power and energy initiatives.
• To reduce power and cooling-related faults in the network due to poor or lack of proper planning in the technical and non-technical sites and facilities.

Requirements
Education:

• BSc / HND in Electrical / Electronic and Mechanical Engineering from a reputable Institution.
• Professional membership and qualification from accredited engineering body is an added advantage.
• A Post Graduate qualification is an added advantage.

Experience:

• 3 - 7 years of work experience, which must include:
  • Good experience in M&E designs and installations
  • Hands-on experience in the maintenance of HVAC, UPS, transformers, generators, and rectifiers
  • Hands on, on cable management and termination.
  • Ability to carry out an earth integrity test.
  • Ability to carry out predictive fault prevention.
  • Power and cooling system dimensioning
  • Competent in Auto Card application or other technical design software.
  • Data Center designs and knowledge of Tier Certification requirements
  • Technical data gathering and analysis.
  • Experience in Power System Strategy
  • Opex procurement and contract processes
  • Supervision of power and cooling systems in a telecommunications environment would be an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
8th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Intrested and qualified candidates should:
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