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Friday, July 30, 2010

Umeme Ltd: PRE-PAID METER INSTALLATIONS SUPERVISOR

Umeme Ltd is a major investment of Actis' Infrastructure 2 fund. Actis is a leading investor in emerging markets, investing exclusively in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Presently Actis Manages over US$4.8bn worth of investments on behalf of more than 100 institutional investors. The Commonwealth Corporation (CDC) of United Kingdom, a UK Government-owned company, is the largest investor Actis’ Infrastructure 2 fund and as such has a relationship with UMEME indirectly through Actis.

As a responsible employer, Umeme is committed to providing competitive employment terms to its employees in addition to providing safe and reliable electricity, improving customer service, minimizing energy losses and operating in a cost effective manner, individual with high integrity, dedication and commitment to fill the position of

Job Title: PRE-PAID METER INSTALLATIONS SUPERVISOR
Reports: Pre-payment project Manager
Responsible for: Field Auditors
Department: Meter Development

Job Purpose:
The Pre-Paid Meter Installations Supervisor will supervise field activities of Pre-Paid Meter Installation and Maintenance, Disconnection/ Reconnection and Customer data capture.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Supervises the Project field activities in the field to meet the set objectives, quality standards and timelines;
2. Monitor and maintain the quality of meter installations by performing quality checks during the actual installation and during the guarantee period;
3. Ensure the contractor adhere to the publicized schedule for field activities;
4. Liaise with the Data clean-up supervisor to have the field records and installation specification documented accurately and updated in the
5. Supervise and oversee the removal of post paid energy meters and the installations of Pre-Paid Energy Meter;
6. Manage the removal and storage of the Post-Paid Meters in line with the provided Post-Paid Meter removal process;
7. Coordinate the programs for the field activities for the Installation of Energy Meters;
8. Plan for preliminary pre-installation works and network modifications to ensure smooth meter installation programs
9. Participate in the overseeing of contracts for meter installation and removal work with contractors as guided by the terms of reference;
10. Ensure the contractors maintain engagement with the customers within their terms of reference/scope of works;
11. Ensure the contractors observe safety rules and adhere to the Umeme System Operating regulations;
12. Produce daily reports to update the Pre-Payment Project Officer on the progress of daily activities to clarify project status and customer needs;
13. Supervise and evaluate field auditors and provide technical guidance along with reviewing technical data and customer data;

Required Qualifications:
• Degree in Electrical Engineering with at least 3 years post qualification experience in power system operations and Installations or;
• Higher Diploma in Electrical Engineering with 6 years post qualification experience in Meter Installations;

Knowledge and Skill:
• Leadership skills
• Computer literacy at an advanced level;
• Knowledge of power system operations in an electricity distribution environment.
• Knowledge of Energy Meter Installations;
• Good Understanding of safety and System operating regulations;

Personal Attributes/Competencies:
• Honesty and integrity
• Accuracy
• Team player
• Attention to detail.
• Computer literate
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent customer care skills
• Ability Co work with little supervision
• Ability to work under stressful environments

To Apply:
Applications should be sent through to:
Head of Human Resources
Umeme Limited
P. O. BOX 23841, Kampala

Not later than 16th August 2010. AS A MUST ALL ACADEMIC COPIES SHOULD BE CERTIFIED BY THE RELEVANT AUTHORITIES.

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