VAC 68/26 – MANAGER RENEWABLE GENERATION
Salary not disclosedPosted 1 day ago
Closes in 21 days
About the company
Energy Fiji Limited is Fiji's national electricity utility, responsible for generating, transmitting and distributing power across the country. The company operates both renewable and thermal generation assets, including hydro power stations, as part of its national supply network.
About the role
This role is based at EFL's Navutu Depot and reports to the General Manager Generation. The incumbent takes ownership of EFL's Renewable Power Generation, ensuring it operates safely, efficiently and economically, and is accountable for accurate and timely reporting on all power station operational and maintenance matters. The position leads the Renewable Generation Team across Wailoa Power Station, Monasavu Dam, Wainikasou Power Station, Nadarivatu Power Station, Nagado Power Station and Somosomo Power Station. It also coordinates dam safety surveillance with Dam Safety Intelligence of NZ for the Monasavu, Wainikasou and Nadarivatu dams, and supports the Wailoa Half Life Refurbishment Program with contractors.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Renewable Generation Team across Wailoa, Monasavu, Wainikasou, Nadarivatu, Nagado and Somosomo stations
- Maintain and comply with EFL's Health and Safety requirements
- Manage finances for the renewable generation department
- Oversee purchasing and inventory management
- Provide an efficient daily generation plan and monthly reports to management and the Board
- Report on monthly generation performance against approved Balanced Scorecard KPIs
- Facilitate training to up-skill and multi-skill staff
- Ensure safe, effective and efficient operation and maintenance of hydro plants, oversee dam safety surveillance, tender and contract management, and fuel/lubrication oil management
About the successful candidate
- Degree in Engineering with at least eight (8) years of work experience in power generation, OR an Advanced Diploma/Diploma in Engineering with at least fifteen (15) years' relevant post-diploma experience in power generation
- Thorough knowledge and experience in power generation operations and maintenance, especially diesel engine power generation
- Experience in asset and project management will be an advantage
- Must hold a valid Group 2 (not provisional) driver's license