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International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe) is a pan-African Centre of excellence in research for development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics.
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Carry out maintenance and repair of electrical systems, refrigeration, and Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) systems, and lab equipment in the institution in an efficient, safe, costeffective and timely manner.
Specific Duties
Maintenance and repairs of the solar PV system, electrical systems, high voltage distribution, stand-by generators, and lighting installations within icipe campuses and field stations.
Maintenance and repairs of refrigeration, HVAC, and lab equipment within icipe campuses and field stations.
Monitor the performance of the solar PV system, and the other power supplies, profile energy utilization and develop energy-saving plans.
Coordinate accurate daily data recordings for energy and generator meters.
Prepare service maintenance plans for all electrical systems, refrigeration, solar PV systems and HVAC systems to ensure proper and safe operations.
Put measures for immediate response to electrical faults and equipment breakdowns and have 24-hour cover for emergencies.
Prepare a costed annual preventative maintenance schedule for the electrical and HVAC systems.
Adhere to risk assessments and site safety orders.
Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and ensure proper care, usage, and maintenance of equipment and tools assigned to the technicians.
Any other tasks that may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements/Qualifications
BSc or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Electrical & Electronics, instrumentation Engineering from a recognized college.
Ability & strong knowledge to execute the required technical work.
Experience in planning, installation, and maintenance of Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) electrical systems
Experience in planning, installation, and maintenance of solar PV systems.
At least 5 years of relevant technical experience in a reputable organization.
Experience in working for donor-funded organizations/projects a plus.