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• Coordination of communications between the load dispatch Centre and
  the power station.
• Shall carry out switching as authorized in the Plant Operations
  Manuals or as may be instructed by the Operations Manager on a need arise
  basis.
• Responsible for issuing switching Instructions, safety instructions
  and isolation of work area prior to Issuing Permit to work.
• Responsible for accurate data collection, storage and information
  distribution to relevant authorities.
• Ensures quality of Power generation through Voltage, Frequency and
  Vars Control/Regulations- Active and Reactive Power management.
• Supervision of personnel safety, reporting of all hazardous events
  and accidents.
• Responsible for preparation of Shift handover Report in accordance
  with protocol and giving a verbal brief of status of power Station,
  Permits in operation/not yet cancelled and the Events during his Shift.
• Ensures Collection storage and distribution of generation data
  including Hydrological data.
• Supervise Operation and regular inspection of all Plant and
  auxiliaries and any other equipment and installations such as water
  treatment plant, Fire Hydrant etc.
• Record and compile operational data by completing and maintaining
  forms, logs, or reports.
• Carry out emergency operations such as switching on standby
  emergency electrical generators, isolation of loads, switching on and off
  Units etc. to ensure safety of generation plant.
• Receive outage calls and requests necessary personnel during power
  outages or emergencies.
• Perform any other duties as might be assigned by the operations
  Manager or as instructed by Management

• The ideal applicant for the Uganda Electricity Generation
  Company Ltd (UEGCL) Shift Supervisor job placement must hold an upper
  second Degree in Electrical, Electronic or Mechanical Engineering.
  Successful Applicants will undergo intensive Training in power plant
  Operation at various locations prior to deployment.
• At least three years of relevant experience of working in a similar
  position.      
• Proof of “Excellence” in Industrial Training from reputable
  Industrial Establishment Applicants must be physically fit, able to climb
  several stairs.
• Ability to work under extreme pressures and make calm and logical
  decisions.
• Astute and good IQ.
• Good leadership, communication and motivation skills.
• Ability to work in a team as well as lead it.
• Must be highly organized, systematic and precise in work.
• Strong computer skills in spreadsheet and some of the Microsoft
  applications
• Age: Below 35 years

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