Network Operations Manager Job at Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC)

Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) - Buoyed by a mission to redefine customer experience and be the provider of choice wherever energy is consumed, the Ikeja Electric (IE), Nigeria's largest power distribution network, came into existence on November 1st, 2013 following the handover of the defunct Power Holding Company Of Nigeria (PHCN) to NEDC/ KEPCO Consortium under the privatization scheme of the Federal Government of Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Network Operations Manager 
Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• As a Network Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all operations and maintenance activities within the business unit.
• You will lead efforts to ensure the smooth functioning of the distribution network, prevent equipment failure, and implement strategies for loss and accident reduction.

You Will Contribute To

• Allocating tasks and supervising employees to ensure targets are met within the business unit.
• Auditing records to maintain compliancewith operational methods and qualit standards.
• Planning, organizing, and coordinating the operation and maintenance of 11kV and 415kV distribution networks.
• Managing technical activities for smooth functioning of the network and ensuring timely inspections and commissioning of new projects.
• Collaborating with the Corporate Office and managing materials, budgets, and resources for efficient operations.
• Driving loss reduction strategies and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory policies.

Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.

Work Experience:

• A minimum 8-10 years of relevant work experience in operations and maintenance within the power sector.

Skills & Competencies:

• The role affords you to develop technical and behavioral competencies, that is, skills, knowledge, and behaviors required to successfully perform in the role and contribute to the organization's goals.

Technical Competencies:

• Network Data Analysis Management
• Operations & Maintenance Management
• Sub-station Planning Maintenance
• System Support Load Management
• High & Low Tension Operation & Maintenance Management
• Network Location Mapping
• Equipment Testing & Commissioning Management
• Electricity Industry Regulatory Knowledge

Behavioral Competencies:

• Customer Centricity – Minimize downtime and enhance service reliability to improve customer experience.
• Risk Management – Identify potential risks and implement preventive measures to ensure system stability.
• People Leadership – Guide maintenance teams for effective task execution and strict adherence to safety protocols.
• Supervisory/Managerial Skills – Oversee daily operations, ensuring timely issue resolution and regulatory compliance.
• Entrepreneurship – Drive process improvements and cost-effective solutions for operational efficiency.
• Change Management – Adapt to new technologies and evolving maintenance strategies to boost performance.
• Result-Driven Approach – Optimize resource allocation to meet maintenance goals and minimize downtime.

Minimum Requirements:

• This opportunity is a Senior Manager role; the complexity of this role will work across all Functions and Department of the Business.
• The role reports directly to the Business Manager.
• Successful applicants will typically possess the following criteria: