Head Grid Development and Planning Employment Opportunity – Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL)

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Job Title:   Head Grid Development and Planning   

Organisation: Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

 

About US:

Uganda Electricity Transmission Company limited (UETCL) is responsible for bulk purchase of electricity from the generating companies and selling it in bulk to the distribution companies throughout Uganda. UETCL is also responsible for exports and imports of electricity to Uganda. Our vision is: “To Become a leading strategic business partner in the transmission and Single Buyer Business and to support sustainable energy development in Uganda.”

 

Job Summary:  The Head Grid Development and Planning is responsible for electrical power transmission infrastructure planning, development, and investments

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Grid infrastructure planning and development
  • Coordinate the update of the Grid Development and Investment Plan
  • Develop project profiles for stakeholders and financiers
  • Prepare feasibility studies, tender documents, and Bills of Quantities
  • Provide technical support for engineering services during: Bid Evaluations; RAP and EIA Implementation, Engineering Procurement and Construction, Commissioning/ handing over to Operations and Maintenance, Defects Liability Period and Closing off the Project
  • Plan Regional Grid Integration in liaison with related functions.
  • Develop, implement and comply with Safety, Health and Environment standards; and Standards, specifications and operating procedures for the safety of equipment and personnel
  • Provide and manage transport services (procurement as well as operations) in UETCL
  • Develop and update civil, mechanical, and electrical designs; construct and maintain towers, bridges and access roads to all substations and transmission line corridors
  • Plan and conduct surveys for design, acquisition, construction, operation, and maintenance of UETCL facilities
  • Develop, control, and manage the functions operational budget.


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Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The applicant should preferably hold a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from a recognized institution.
  • At least ten years of experience in Electrical power systems and Planning with at least 5 years working at senior level.
  • A Postgraduate in Project Planning and Monitoring is also desirable.
  • Registered with the ERB.
  • Evidence of past experience or training in financial modelling and writing of investment proposals is an added advantage.
  • Significant experience in electrical power transmission infrastructure planning, development, investments, and operation.

 

How to Apply:

If your qualifications and experience match the requirements for any of the roles, please complete and submit your application via the following link: Application Form for UETCL Staff Recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the online application form at the link above.

 

NB: All applications will be selected on merit and only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. For any questions regarding the application process please contact the Executive Selection Division (ESD), KPMG on +256 312 170080 or +256 312 170081 or via ug-fmesd@kpmg.com

 

Deadline: 7th July 2023

 

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