VAC 66/26 – MANAGER NETWORK DESIGN & PLANNING (WESTERN)
Salary not disclosedPosted 1 day ago
Closes in 16 days
About the company
Energy Fiji Limited is the national electricity authority responsible for generating, transmitting, and distributing power across Fiji. The organisation oversees network design, construction standards, and system planning to meet national energy needs.
About the role
This role leads the Network Design & Planning Team in the Western Division and is based at Energy Fiji Limited's Navutu Depot, reporting to the General Manager System Planning & Control. It directs design standards and construction practices for overhead lines and underground networks across all voltage levels, in consultation with relevant SBAs and stakeholders. The Manager ensures Design Jobfiles for Grid Extension, System Reinforcement, or Contract Works are accurately prepared and processed, and is actively involved in managing Turnkey or EPC Projects in the Western Division from tendering to commissioning. The role monitors and improves EFL Network Design Standards to align with international benchmarks, ensures statutory compliance with the Electricity Act, and provides advice to customers, contractors, consultants, and government sectors.
Key responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and manage the Network Design & Planning Team in the Western Division.
- Perform tasks pertaining to Network Design and Planning functions in line with Corporate & SBA business targets/goals.
- 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.
- Continuously monitor and improve EFL Network Design Standards & Practices to align with international benchmarks.
- Ensure statutory compliance with the Electricity Act & Regulation requirements and integrate these into work practices and procedures.
- Provide advice to EFL customers, electrical contractors/consultants, and governmental sectors.
About the successful candidate
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering from a recognized Tertiary Institute.
- At least ten (10) years of work experience in the Electricity Industry, of which a minimum of six (6) years served as a Senior Electrical Engineer.
- Excellent communications, negotiation, and leadership skills to deal with EFL Executive Management, Consultants, Customers, Government Agencies, and other stakeholders.
- Proven expertise in project planning, project management, and the effective execution of both CAPEX and OPEX budgets.
- Deep practical understanding of EFL construction practices, standards, and compliance frameworks.
- Must be a member of a Professional Engineering Association of a Recognized Body.
- A valid Group Two (2) driver's license is an essential requirement.