New Job Opportunity at ENGIE Energy Access Tanzania - Technical and Operations Manager

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AJIRA MPYA TANZANIA 2022 | NAFASI MPYA ZA KAZI 2022

Job Title: Technical and Operations Manager
Position: One (1)
Reporting to: Head of MiniGrids
Department: Mini-Grids
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
About ENGIE Energy Access
ENGIE Energy Access is one of the leading Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGo) and mini-grids solutions provider in Africa, with a mission to deliver affordable, reliable and sustainable energy solutions and life-changing services with exceptional customer experience. The company is a result of the integration of Fenix International, ENGIE Mobisol and ENGIE PowerCorner; and develops innovative, off-grid solar solutions for homes, public services and businesses, enabling customers and distribution partners access to clean, affordable energy.
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The PAYGo solar home systems are financed through affordable installments from $0.19 per day and the mini-grids foster economic development by enabling electrical productive use and triggering business opportunities for entrepreneurs in rural communities. With over 1,700 employees, operations in 9 countries across Africa (Benin, Cote d’Ivoire, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia), over 1.2 million customers and more than 6 million lives impacted so far, ENGIE Energy Access aims to remain the leading clean energy company, serving millions of customers across Africa by 2025.

Job Purpose
The Technical and Operations Manager will play a key role in the design and operation of mini grids, as well as in the conduct of the main technical and digital innovations essential to the success of PowerCorner in Tanzania. This is a unique leadership role of the Technical and Operation Team of ENGIE PowerConer Tanzania. The incumbent will report hierarchically to the Head of Mini Grids Tanzania

Main Responsibilities

• Structure and manage the technical team: recruit and train new employees, including local technicians in adding new connections and solving technical problems on mini grids
• Develop the budget, follow the monthly portfolio, and make end-of-month comments on the technical part
• Be responsible for the application of the HSSE (Health, Safety, Security, and Environment) standards of the ENGIE Group within the company
• Provide training and awareness-raising for all the players who visit our sites, in particular employees and our subcontractors
• Collaborate with all team members to design the next PowerCorner
• Evaluate the technical feasibility of new innovative products and services: understand customer needs and propose solutions
• Carry out a permanent technological watch
• Ensure the continuous improvement of tools, best practices, and internal skills
• Undertaking any other duties which may be assigned by the Supervisor

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In development phase

• Make the preliminary diagnosis and the qualification of the considered site (s)
• Participate in carrying out mini-grid feasibility studies, in conjunction with the Headquarters Operations team: choice and sizing of PV equipment, site plans, simulation of the yield, electrical diagrams, sizing of storage systems and systems hybrids, etc.
• Analyze the technical aspect of a tender specification
• Support the development of financial model assumptions (including the costing of Capex and Opex)
• Write technical files in support of commercial offers for responses to calls for tenders
• Ensure interaction with technical stakeholders, consultation of service providers and suppliers, and draft consultation specifications

In construction phase

• Ensure the monitoring of projects (Cost, Quality, Deadlines) in support of the construction teams and/or the EPC contractor
• Follow quotes and invoicing in connection with our projects
• Ensure the delivery and supply of materials upstream of the start of work
• Ensure the proper execution of the works in compliance with the HSSE rules of the ENGIE Group and the quality procedures in force

Manage mini-grid construction teams

• Prepare the documents for the reception of the mini-grids
• Perform site acceptance at the end of the works and ensure that the O&M teams are well trained for the maintenance of all equipment

In Operation and Maintenance phase

• Ensure proper functioning of mini-grids 24/7
• Be responsible for the metering platform and the maintenance of smart meters
• Establish the technical assistance strategy
• Plan and carry out preventive maintenance campaigns for sites
• Train "Local Operators" on the technical tasks that they must perform on the sites: basic maintenance of the production unit, preventive maintenance, writing of reports on problems encountered
• Ensure that mobile payment, SMS communication to customers and the internet connection of the metering system are still functional
• Ensure all sites are properly monitored, provide excellent service to our customers and are well maintained

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Requirements

• A minimum Holder of Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or in another related field
• Be passionate about access to energy and improving the lives of rural communities
• Be passionate about clean energies (preferably solar photovoltaics and batteries
• Be passionate about innovation and technology
• Have at least 10 years of relevant experience in electricity and/or energy efficiency, including at least 5 years in a team management position
• Have advanced skills in quantitative analysis and master Excel and PowerBI
• Be structured and have an eye for detail
• Be able to meet deadlines, get organized, and carry out several tasks in parallel
• Have a proven ability to plan and achieve goals
• Be able to work independently and demonstrate a great sense of initiative and sense of priorities
• Have an entrepreneurial spirit and be able to work in a team
• Have strong interpersonal skills to interface with all members of the PowerCorner team, including Headquarters in Paris and subsidiaries in other African countries
• Hold a valid category B & D driving license
• Commit to upholding high standards of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Demonstrate humility, honesty, and flexibility
• Languages: English + several local languages, French is a plus

The following points are a plus:

• Have experience in the field of mini-grids
• Have experience in the development and/or operation of digital tools

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What we offer

• The opportunity to actively participate in defining the business models of tomorrow for access to energy
• A position in a company combining both the agility and dynamism of a small structure with the strength of a leading group in the Zero Carbon Transition and Access to Energy market in Africa.
• A setting conducive to their development and great prospects for development
• A competitive salary and a health insurance
• A unique experience to positively impact the lives of rural communities in Tanzania.

To Apply:
If you are interested please send your cover letter and updated CV to:
jobstz.afr@engie.com with the subject line “Application Technical and Operations Manager”.

Please note.
The deadline for receiving applications will be Friday 11th March 2022.
This vacancy is for interested internal and external staff.
For internal candidates application letter should be signed by your line manager
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
All vacancies announced by ENGIE Mobisol Tanzania are completely free and candidates are not at any point requested to pay a fee for applying or during the recruitment process.
Only successful shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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