Controller

Job description

We currently have career opportunities in the following field

VAC-2025-0019: CONTROLLER

Qualification Classification / Grade: CEC 7 | Contract Type: Permanent | Location: Kitwe

The successful candidate will be required to support the control and coordination of the operations of the CEC power system to ensure the safety of all persons and equipment, and to safeguard the continuity of electrical power supply in accordance with the supply agreement to customers.

This role will be reporting to the Senior Engineer – System Control.

Key Accountabilities:

Carry out switching operations by remote control so as to maintain continuity of electrical power customers.
Issue system operating instructions clearly and competently to ensure safe working conditions of the system in the line with CEC system requirements.
Assess system abnormalities correctly so that corrective action is taken to restore electrical power within the shortest possible time.
Maintain an accurate record of system operations in the master log book for reference, management use and billing purposes.
Adjust the system control operating diagram to show and maintain accurate overview of the system for smooth running.
Maintain frequency and voltage within the required limits laid down in the bulk power supply agreement.
Issue equipment work permit on the equipment taken out of the system to the responsible person.
Adhere to all System Regulations for the safety of all persons working on the system, the safety of the equipment and continuity of electrical supply to customers.
Contribute to budgetary control by ensuring that spend on departmental activities is within the prescribed budget and support all opportunities for improved cost management.
Demonstrate consistent behaviour in line with the Company’s HSE and risk management policies and standards.
Carry out all work tasks and assignments in strict compliance with applicable HSE policies and standards by participating in HSE meetings and by completing risk assessments and HSE incident reports.
Demonstrate behaviour in line with CEC values, standards and expectations of a professional workplace.
Participate as an effective team member in working collaboratively with leaders, peers and relevant others to achieve business objectives.

To be successful in this role, you will be required to have:

Grade 12 School Certificate.
Diploma in Electrical Technology from a reputable institution.
Computer literate and fully conversant with the Microsoft Office suite.
Accreditation to a professional engineering body.
3 years’ experience in power and system control.
Appropriate knowledge of Motor related applications.
Intensive knowledge of HT (High Tension) related application.
Knowledge about power consumption guidelines and regulations.
Knowledge of transformer related core application and mechanism.

APPLICATIONS

If you have the relevant experience and skills as indicated above, please click on this link https://recruitment.cec.com.zm/ and complete the online job application. Hard copy applications will not be accepted at this stage.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday, 25 June 2025.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer; therefore, it is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in its staff.

Applicants are requested to provide daytime contact numbers and accessible email addresses. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.