Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to take up the following positions tenable in the Corporation:

Position
1. SENIOR STRUCTURAL, CONTRACTS AND SERVICES ENGINEER (CIVIL)

JOB PURPOSE

To ensure effective and efficient detailed design, costing and implementation planning of civil structures for all major and minor infrastructure development works for ESCOM, including assisting in the preparation of documents to secure financing for the Projects from both local and international sources. The infrastructure development works include, but not limited to, new power generation facilities, power transmission lines infrastructure & associated substations and roads & buildings.

Also to provide advisory services to user Departments on the proper operation and maintenance of all civil structures, including condition assessment and planning of major maintenance activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Detailed planning and costing for implementation of new power development projects, rehabilitation or refurbishment works and other major maintenance projects, inclusive of assisting in the preparation of project financing soliciting documents
• Providing technical support and assistance in the preparation of procurement documents for local and international procurement processes and with a bias towards civil engineering works;
• Provide Contracts Administration services within the Department.
• Provide Structural Engineering services within the Department and Corporation
• Advise and monitoring correct operation of all civil structures and assisting in the initiation of routine and major maintenance of the same to enhance/sustain performance
• In liaison with other engineers in and outside the Department, assisting in the carrying out technical and financial appraisal of civil, electrical and mechanical rehabilitation or refurbishment, modification or modernization projects and also new developments for the Corporation;
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports, as well as other reports as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• A good working knowledge of donor funded project implementation procedures and contract law/international guidelines
• High levels of computer literacy, well developed communication/writing skills, analytical/problem solving skills.
• Excellent skills in the use of Project Management tools, packages and software.
• An excellent working knowledge with Procurement Documents (Bidding and Contract documents)

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of BSc. in Civil Engineering or similar (A Masters Degree in a relevant Engineering field will be an added advantage)
• Not less than 10 years’ hands-on experience in the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of major engineering works, with a bias towards power supply facilities
• Not less than 10 years’ hands-on experience in the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of major engineering works, with a bias towards power supply facilities



2. SENIOR STRUCTURAL, CONTRACTS AND SERVICES ENGINEER (CIVIL)

JOB PURPOSE

To ensure effective and efficient planning and implementation of major and minor infrastructure development works for ESCOM, including assisting in the preparation of procurement documents for local and international procurement processes and with a bias towards civil engineering works for power facilities. These infrastructure development works include, but not limited to, new power transmission lines infrastructure & associated substations, roads and buildings.

Also to provide advisory services to user Departments on proper planning for implementation and the actual execution of major maintenance activities involving civil works, including the implementation management of the maintenance activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implementation planning and implementation supervision for new power development projects, rehabilitation or refurbishment works and other major maintenance projects.
• Providing technical support and assistance in the preparation of procurement documents for local and international procurement processes and with a bias towards civil engineering works;
• Direct Supervision and Implementation Management in the execution of major maintenance and minor project activities involving civil works being executed by user and service departments;
• Provision of technical advisory services to the user Departments on proper planning for implementation and the actual execution of major maintenance activities involving civil, electrical & mechanical works;
• In liaison with other engineers in and outside the Department, assisting in the carrying out technical and financial appraisal of civil, electrical and mechanical rehabilitation or refurbishment, modification or modernization projects and also new developments for the Corporation;
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports, as well as other reports as required.
• General advice to the Corporation on issues related to implementation of civil engineering works

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• A good working knowledge of donor funded project implementation procedures and contract law/international guidelines
• A good working knowledge with Procurement Documents (Bidding and Contract documents)
• High levels of computer literacy, well developed communication/writing skills, analytical/problem solving skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of BSc. in Civil Engineering or similar (A Masters Degree in a relevant Engineering field will be an added advantage)
• Not less than 10 years hands-on experience in the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of major engineering works, with a bias towards power supply facilities
• Member of Malawi Board of Engineers (full registration qualification will be an added advantage)

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Ability to handle complex work planning, costing and implementation to meet both targets and budget, under minimal supervision (self-starter, high initiative)
• Excellent stakeholder Management and Communication skills
• Ability to analyse and coming up with solutions to challenges in infrastructure development for power supply facilities and other associated works, in the face of the ever increasing negative and dynamic impact of environmental degradation and climate change (Excellent problem solving skills)
• Ability to undertake multiple tasks under confined environments (Highly multi-skilled)



3. PROJECTS ENGINEER (CIVIL)

JOB PURPOSE

To ensure effective and efficient planning and implementation of major and minor infrastructure development works for ESCOM, including assisting in the preparation of procurement documents for local and international procurement processes and with a bias towards civil engineering works for power facilities. These infrastructure development works include, but not limited to, new power transmission lines infrastructure & associated substations, roads and buildings.

Also assistance in providing advisory services to user Departments on proper planning for implementation and the actual execution of major maintenance activities involving civil works, including assisting in the implementation management of the maintenance activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing technical support in ensuring effective and efficient planning and implementation supervision of major and minor infrastructure development works for ESCOM
• Providing technical support and assistance in the preparation of procurement documents for local and international procurement processes and with a bias towards civil engineering works;
• Assistance in provision of technical advisory services to the user Departments on proper planning for implementation and the actual execution of major maintenance activities involving civil, electrical & mechanical works.
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports, as well as other reports as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• A good working knowledge of donor funded project implementation procedures and contract law/international guidelines
• A good working knowledge with Procurement Documents (Bidding and Contract documents)
• High levels of computer literacy, well developed communication/writing skills, analytical/problem solving skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of BSc. in Civil Engineering.
• Not less than 5 years’ hands-on experience in the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of major engineering works, with a bias towards power supply facilities

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Ability to handle complex work planning, costing and implementation to meet both targets and budget, under minimal supervision (self-starter, high initiative)
• Excellent stakeholder Management and Communication skills
• Ability to analyse and coming up with solutions to challenges in infrastructure development for power supply facilities and other associated works, in the face of the ever increasing negative and dynamic impact of environmental degradation and climate change (Excellent problem solving skills)
• Ability to undertake multiple tasks under confined environments (Highly multi-skilled)



4. ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICERS

JOB PURPOSE

• To provide Environmental Services that enables:
• Protecting staff and affiliates working on distribution lines from harm e.g. management of wastes while executing duties.
• Management of environment to ensure sustainability.
• Maintain environmental standards for compliance with environmental legislation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To supervise Environmental Management Systems (EMS) implementation within the Corporation
• To handle waste management issues within the Corporation
• Monitoring and compliance of Environmental Plant (EMP)
• Sensitizing staff and public on Environmental Management issues

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• 4 years’ practical experience in Environmental management.
• Possession of World Bank Safeguards Certificate/International Donor Safeguards certificate is an added advantage
• High levels of computer literacy, well developed communication/writing skills, analytical/problem solving skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science/Environmental Science and Technology/Environmental Engineering



5 ASSISTANT ESTATES MANAGEMENT OFFICERS

JOB PURPOSE

• To provide Estate Management Services that enables.
• • Preservation of property and land for the Corporation
• • Management of property to ensure sustainability
• • Maintenance of estates management standards for compliance with set corporation standards
• Management and control of Estates budget

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintenance of Corporation’s and rented properties
• Acquisition of Real property for the Corporation when need arises
• Processing of Title Deeds for the Corporation’s Real Estates
• Preparation of rental payment for rented properties
• Collection of rentals from properties rented out
• Preparation of lease and Tenancy Agreements in liaison with Legal Services Department
• Land dispute settlements
• Maintenance and updating of Real Estates Register

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• At least 3 years’ experience in Estates Management
• Be result oriented
• Have excellent communication skills

QUALIFICATIONS

• First Degree in Estates or Land Management from a recognized university
• Computer Knowledge is a must

Method of Application:

Candidates meeting the above minimum requirements and are interested in the job should send their applications and up-dated CVs with names of three (3) traceable and reputable referees, and certified copies of certificates, to the following address:-

vacancies@escom.mw

The closing date for receiving applications is 14th December, 2020

Only short-listed applicants shall be acknowledged.

Note that ESCOM is an equal opportunity employer.

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