PROJECT OFFICER- RENEWABLE ENERGY
Job Description/Key Responsibilities
The opportunity awaits a qualified results oriented professional who is interested in joining our team within the Major Department – Middle Street, Georgetown. Interested candidates with the requisite qualifications and experience are invited to apply for the vacant position of Project Officer- Renewable Energy.
Interested candidates with the requisite qualifications and experience are invited to apply for this position.
Summary: Under the general direction of the Head Special Projects Unit/ Program Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for executing all administrative and technical functions with the position as it relates to the specific projects being executed by the department.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS:
1. Assist in developing and managing the company’s Renewable Energy portfolio.
2. Review all electrical designs for the T&D Network.
3. Prepare all the material requirements for the T&D Network.
4. Prepare specifications and contract documents for inviting tenders for the construction of GPL’s T&D Network.
5. Supervise the plotting of field data for any deviation to the alignment and completing redesigns for same.
6. Monitor all activities leading to the successful construction of all Renewable Energy/System
7. Improvement of Projects and ensure that works are executed in keeping with technical specifications.
8. Advise the Head, Special Projects Unit on improved techniques, programmes and technical standards pertinent to all electrical works on the project.
9. Liaise on with the Head, Special Projects Unit and Consulting Engineers on all technical aspects of projects undertaken.
10. Represent the Special Projects Unit at formal meetings, when necessary.
11. Implement GPL’s grid code in all project related activities undertaken by the department.
12. Prepare departmental status reports of all Projects undertaken by the department.
13. Assist in the preparation of annual operational and capital budgets and monitor expenditure to ensure conformity with budget guidelines.
14. Drive the company’s vehicles as required (provided being a licensed driver).
15. Enforce strict compliance of safety and health legislation, regulations and contractual obligations.
16. Promptly investigate and make recommendations through written reports with respect to infractions of Safety and Health regulations.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITY:
· Knowledge and ability to perform project works
· Be conversant with relevant law, and regulations of Guyana and
GPL policies and rules
· Be conversant with the Safety Act and GPL Safety Handbook
· Conversant with ISO 9001 Quality Management System
· Strong written and verbal communication and organizing skills
Required Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering from the University of Guyana or its equivalent from an accredited institution with Five (5) years relevant experience, two (2) of which must be at a Managerial level in a Utility company.