Electrical Engineer at Gabiro Agribusiness Hub (GAH) Ltd: (Deadline 12 December 2023)

Electrical Engineer at Gabiro Agribusiness Hub (GAH) Ltd: (Deadline 12 December 2023)

Gabiro Agribusiness Hub (GAH) Ltd

Career Opportunity

Recruitment of Electrical Engineer

Vacancy title: Electrical Engineer

Jobs at: Gabiro Agribusiness Hub Ltd

Position: 1

Reporting to: Infrastructure Manager

Deadline of this Job: 12/12/2023

Duty Station: Nyagatare 

JOB DETAILS:

1. Company profile & overview

Gabiro Agribusiness Hub Ltd is a fruit of joint venture Company established between the Government of Rwanda through its Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources (Majority shareholder) with Netafim Ltd, an Israeli company that offers global leadership in the agriculture manufacturing industry. Both parties signed a Joint Venture-JV and Engineering Procurement and Construction-EPC agreements on February, 23rd 2019 to initiate Gabiro Agribusiness Hub Project Phase I (5600/15600 Ha). The project shall cover Karangazi and Rwimiyaga sector, of Nyagatare district. Phase II of the project is expected to extend to both north and south parts of phase I reaching to Gatsibo District.
We are seeking to recruit a competent candidate to fill the position of Electrical Chief Engineer who will be responsible for overseeing the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and control automation systems across our organization’s infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of electrical and automation engineering principles, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of electrical components of the system

2. Duties & Responsibilities

1. Electrical System Operation & Maintenance:

• Understand infrastructure electrical requirements and develop comprehensive electrical equipment operation & maintenance guidelines.
• Ensure electrical equipment are operated and maintained as per developed guidelines
• Ensure compliance with relevant electrical codes, standards, and regulations in all operation and maintenance activities.

2. Team Management:

• Lead and supervise the Electrical Engineering team, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical support.
• Delegate tasks effectively and monitor team performance to ensure timely and high-quality work execution.

3. Electrical Infrastructure Maintenance:

• Oversee the regular inspection, maintenance, and testing of all electrical systems (pump motors, electrical control panels, automation equipment, SCADA system) to identify potential issues and implement corrective measures promptly.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and maximize equipment lifespan.

4. Electrical Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution:

• Provide expertise in diagnosing and resolving complex electrical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Investigate electrical system failures and implement solutions to prevent recurrence.

5. Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure that all electrical operation and maintenance activities adhere to safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments to identify and address potential hazards.

6. Budgeting and Resource Management:

• Prepare and manage the electrical engineering budget, optimizing resource allocation and controlling costs.
• Collaborate with procurement to source high-quality electrical components and equipment.

7. Team Management:

• Coordinate with other engineering teams and stakeholders to achieve the objectives of the Infrastructure Management & Maintenance Services Unit.

8. Training and Development:

• Identify skill gaps within the Electrical Engineering team and organize training sessions to enhance technical knowledge and professional growth.

3. Qualifications requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Proven experience (10+ years) in electrical engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial capacity.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting with special emphasis on electric motors, electrical control panels, automation equipment and SCADA system.
• Familiarity with relevant electrical and control automation codes, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
• Professional engineering license or certification is desirable

4. Application procedure

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply for the role by sending an application letter, curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, diplomas, testimonials with names of three job references, and a copy of national identification card to gabiroagrihub@gmail.com and cc angarambe@gah.rw and, not later than 12/12/2023 before 5 pm.

Chief Executive Officer

Gabiro Agribusness Hub Ltd