*Generator Repairs at Officer*
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- Douala, Cameroon
- Full-time
- Location: Cameroon – Douala
- Employee Type: Permanent
- Department: Implementation / Engineering
Company Description
IHS Towers is one of the largest independent owners, operators and developers of shared communications infrastructure in the world by tower count and is solely focused on the emerging markets. The Company has over 40,000 towers across its 10 markets, including Brazil, Cameroon, Colombia, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Kuwait, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa and Zambia. For more information, please email: communications@ihstowers.com or visit: www.ihstowers.com
Job Description
- Troubleshoots and repairs alternating current electrical systems on generators, automatic transfer switches, generator controls and engine related mechanical failures.
- Maintains inventory of spare parts and initiates procurement of replacement supplies and equipment as necessary; makes cost and material estimates.
- maintains activity logs and completes work orders and reports as needed.
- Carry out the verification of the technical data sheets provided by the Suppliers, ensure that they comply with the Group’s specifications and report the conclusion.
- Perform generator inspection with supply chain representative for local suppliers during datasheet approval process.
- Inspect all new DG purchased against Group specifications and report any discrepancy.
- Supervise contractors engages to refurbish DG under minors and major repairs
- Develop expertise in generator component repair, processes, tooling, and testing
- Provide technical guidance, both through collaboration and consultation, to less experienced engineers to other individuals responsible for working generator repairs.
- Provide guidance for development of and improvements to existing generator maintenance, and repair processes and procedures
- Highlight lessons learned and makes repair practices / design standards changes or other appropriate changes in practices to prevent reoccurrence
- Perform site visit if remote assistance ends up unsuccessful.
- Prepare and submit reports to the Manager, Power Projects.
- Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Manager, Power Projects
- Prepare training modules on the maintenance and upkeep of generators
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical/ Electronic/Mechanical Engineering or any related discipline.
- +2-4 years’ relevant experience in the telecoms industry.
Additional Information
Organizational Competencies
Customer Focus – People demonstrating this competency understand & exceed our customers’ needs. They develop trusted, reliable & collaborative relationships. They are consistently operating to the highest standards of service & delivery.
Innovation – People demonstrating this competency constantly seek new & improved ways to deliver our products & services. They champion engineering & skills development, and work to create a collaborative and supportive operating environment.
Integrity – People demonstrating this competency are open & honest in everything they do. They support financially & environmentally sustainable growth. They make socially responsible decisions and treat their stakeholders with respect.
Be Bold – People demonstrating this competency are thorough in analyses & decision-making. They are courageous in expanding existing markets & developing new ones. They confidently pursue appropriate financial returns and are forward-thinking and ambitious.
Sustainability- People demonstrating this competency are constantly seeking to create positive impact in the communities we serve.
Our Vision
IHS is committed to improving the quality and availability of telecommunications infrastructure, the lifeline for an increasingly connected world. We are dedicated to helping create a sustainable future for the communities in which we operate, and our sustainable strategy is structured around four pillars: ethics and governance, environment and climate change, education and economic growth, and our people and communities.
