VAC 67/26 – MANAGER NETWORK DESIGN & PLANNING (CENTRAL & NORTHERN)
Salary not disclosedPosted 1 day ago
Closes in 16 days
About the company
Energy Fiji Limited is Fiji's national electricity provider, responsible for generating, transmitting, and distributing power across the country. It operates through Strategic Business Areas (SBAs) covering system planning, network design, and construction functions.
About the role
This role is based at Energy Fiji Limited's Head Office and reports to the General Manager System Planning & Control. It leads the Network Design & Planning Team for the Western Division, overseeing design standards and construction practices for overhead and underground networks at all voltage levels. The role manages Design Jobfiles for grid extension, system reinforcement, and contract works, and is actively involved in Turnkey or EPC projects from tendering through to commissioning. It also ensures statutory compliance with the Electricity Act and Regulations, and provides advice to customers, contractors, consultants, and government sectors.
Key responsibilities
- Leadership, mentorship, and management of the Network Design & Planning Team in the Western Division.
- Direct the implementation and regular review of design standards and construction practices for overhead lines and underground networks at all voltage levels.
- Ensure all Design Jobfiles for Grid Extension, System Reinforcement, or Contract Works are accurately prepared, processed, and issued for implementation.
- Manage SBA Turnkey or EPC Projects in the Western Division from tendering to commissioning as required.
- Monitor and improve EFL Network Design Standards & Practices to align with international benchmarks.
- Ensure statutory compliance with Electricity Act & Regulation requirements in relevant work practices and procedures.
- Ensure electrical equipment issued as stock items aligns with international standards and EFL construction best practices.
- Provide advice to EFL customers, electrical contractors/consultants, and government sectors.
About the successful candidate
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering from a recognised tertiary institute.
- At least ten (10) years of work experience in the electricity industry.
- A minimum of six (6) years served as a Senior Electrical Engineer.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills to engage with executive management, consultants, customers, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
- Proven expertise in project planning, project management, and execution of both CAPEX and OPEX budgets.
- Deep practical understanding of EFL construction practices, standards, and compliance frameworks.
- Membership of a recognised Professional Engineering Association.
- A valid Group Two (2) driver's license.