GRADUATE ENGINEER, SCADA TELECOMMUNICATION – (KET 6) ONE (1 POST) REF: KET/5/1C/40/180-B (02/2025) ON PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE
Reporting to Senior Engineer- SCADA & Telecommunications.
Job Purpose
This job is responsible for undertaking tests, commissions and maintains Substation Automation and SCADA Systems of all KETRACO Substations, to allow for both Monitoring and Control of the substations both from the local Substations and from the Central SCADA system at the National Control Centre in Nairobi and to support data analysis, decision making and 99.99% system availability.
Key Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks
Supervises Graduate Engineers and Technicians in section during operation and maintenance activities of Telecommunication systems.
Participates in review of substation Telecommunication, CCTV and Access control System project designs.
Performs testing and commissioning of new Telecommunication Systems equipment.
Participates in preparation of specifications for Telecommunication equipment and systems as per the approved policies and procedures
Participates in Commissioning as well as Operation and Maintenance activities of CCTV, Access Control and Wide Area Network systems across all KETRACO substations and repeater stations
Supervises substation Telecommunication, CCTV and Access control System project works as well as Testing and Commissioning activities
Engages in operation and maintenance activities of the Power Systems Telecommunication Networks and Multiplexer Systems for all KETRACO Substations and Repeater Stations to enable and support Monitoring and Control of the substations and repeater stations both from the Central SCADA systems at the Regional and National Control Centres as well as all Backup Control Centres and to provide 99.99% system availability
Issues and Receives Safety Electrical Permits to work and Limitation of Access.
Prepares Telecommunication works reports.
Qualifications & Skills required
A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Telecommunications Option) or related field from a recognized institution
Graduate Member with EBK or related professional body
Must have minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience.
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Use the link(s) below to apply on company website. MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL POSITIONSApplicants MUST provide the following documents on application:-Important Information to note:Only Successful candidates will be expected to present the following Chapter Six Clearance Certificates : -The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED, THE MINORITIES AND FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.Applications without the relevant qualifications, copies of documents/details as sought for will not be considered. Any form of canvassing and giving false information shall lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.Interested candidates fulfilling the required qualifications should submit their application clearly indicating the position applied for and vacancy Reference No. as the subject heading via the joblink posted on KETRACO website. Hard copies shall not be considered.NOTE: These positions are open to KENYAN Citizens ONLY.The successful candidates for the positions will be offered competitive remuneration package in accordance with the Company guidelines. Candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications by 17th March 2025 at 5.00pm so as to reach:- The Managing Director,
Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited,
KAWI COMPLEX, 4th Floor,
Popo Road, South C, along Red Cross Road,
P.O. Box 34942 – 00100,
NAIROBI.
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