ECOM is a world-leading soft commodity services group specialising in coffee, cocoa, and cotton. We employ more than a thousand agronomists and field staff worldwide, running innovative on-the-ground operations and sustainability programmes to help our customers and farming communities worldwide. Our global presence, unparalleled experience, and strong, trusted relationships allow us to create a valuable and profitable environment for our suppliers, customers, shareholders, and employees.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Utility / Generator Operator
Location: Ogun, Nigeria
Department: Technical
Job Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance on utility machines including checking for worn parts and leaks daily.
- Update reports, relating to volumes, machine performance and deficiencies.
- Troubleshoot and repair of utility machines whenever fault occurs.
- Actively assist with any repair work or overhauling on all machines in the utility section.
- Control generator output to match the phase, frequency, and voltage of electricity supplied to panels.
- Monitor and inspect power plant equipment and indicators to detect evidence of operating problems.
- Place standby emergency electrical generators on line in emergencies and monitor the temperature, output, and lubrication of the system.
- Distribute power among generators, regulate output from generators start and stop generators.
- Liaise with mechanic/factory officers regarding work schedule and power requirements to determine power-supply requirements.
- Keep emergency power equipment well serviced, operable and reliable, in preparation for failure of commercial power.
- Communicate with systems operators to regulate and coordinate transmission loads and frequencies, and line voltages.
- Examine and test electrical power distribution machinery and equipment, using testing devices.
- Receive outage calls and call in necessary personnel during power outages and emergencies.
- Operate plant equipment to generate enough electrical power to meet demand; regulates flow of power between generating stations and substations.
- Regulate transmission loads, frequencies, and line voltages.
- Perform preventive and required maintenance and troubleshoot equipment problems; tasks may include testing auto-start features or repacking valves.
- Clean, lubricate, and maintain parts and equipment to prevent failure and degradation.
- Perform preventive maintenance on utility machines including checking for worn parts and leaks.
- Troubleshooting and repair of utility machines whenever fault occurs.
- Ensure that activities in the Utility section are consistent with company health and safety standards, as well as HACCP and GMP requirements.
- Keep work-tools, machines and the generator house clean for optimal performance at all times. Perform other related sanitation duties as assigned.
- Familiarize with, and adhere to safety standards and regulations within the work place environment.
- Fill data in reports, relating to volumes, machine performance and deficiencies.
- Complete daily operations report to ensure optimal shift hand over to colleagues.