03 June, 2024

Operations Manager

VAN-PAWA LTD

Location: 

TANNA

 

Due Date: 

05-07-2024

 

Type: 

Full time

 

Organisation Description: 

The Vanuatu National Power and Water Authority Limited (VAN-PAWA LTD) is a Utility Company, 100% owned by the Vanuatu National Provident Fund is the current concessionaire of the Generation and Distribution of electricity in Tanna and Malekula committed to providing our customers with reliable, quality and sustainable energy solutions.

 

Job Desctiption:

The Operations Manager will be based on Tanna and will provide overall day-to-day technical management oversight and support, this may include anything from replacing outdated equipment to installing new safety features to improve the overall performance of our team and ensure that Van-Pawa Ltd service provision aligns with good industrial practices and regulatory requirements and adheres to customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

Staff Management: Responsible for supervision and support to staff and ensuring that assigned tasks and responsibilities are executed effectively.

Power Generation: Oversee the operation of Tanna power plant, ensuring they are running efficiently and effectively.

Transmission and Distribution: Manage the transmission and distribution networks to ensure reliable and efficient delivery of electricity to customers.

Maintenance and Repair: Coordinate maintenance and repair activities for power plant, transmission lines, and distribution equipment.

Workforce Management: Supervise and manage a team of operations staff, including engineers, Mechanics, admin officers and line workers.

Emergency Response: Develop and implement emergency response plans to respond to power outages, natural disasters, or other disruptions.

Customer Service: Ensure that customer service is provided in a timely and efficient manner, including resolving customer complaints and issues

 

Selection Criteria:

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably in electrical or mechanical engineering
• Minimum of 2 years' Diesel Generator Technician/Operator experience or similar roles.

Experience in a management or leadership role, with responsibility for operations, maintenance, and/or capital projects.

Proven track record of improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and increasing customer satisfaction.
• Experience with grid-connected renewable energy technologies Competencies and skills
• Working knowledge of relevant software programs
• Strong understanding of power plant systems, including cooling systems, turbines, generators, and controls
• Ability to develop and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and calculations
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent leadership skills and ability to manage a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and reporting skills
• Strong analytical and system-diagnosing skills
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multitask
• Demonstrate ethical and integrity attributes.
• Ability to build relationships with corporate partners and other relevant stakeholders.

 

Salary:

 

How to Apply

Apply by:

Email
In person

 

Contact Person:

Kaltangi stephen

 

Contact Phone:

(678) 23808

 

Email to send applications to:

Vanpawa@vnpf.com.vu

 

Postal Address or location to apply in person:

Mr. Richard Edwin Acting Chief Executive Officer
Vanuatu National Power and Water Authority
C/- VNPF, P.O. Box 420
Port Vila- Vanuatu

 

Website:

 

How to apply - more information:

Kaltangi.Stephen@vnpf.com.vu

 For further information on the above job please contact the employer directly.

 

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