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Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited is a parastatal company whose primary purpose is to distribute electric power to domestic and commercial end-users in Uganda, at and below 33 kiloVolts. This role was sub-leased to Umeme for a 20-year concession that ends in 2025.
SCADA Technician job at Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited
Ensure availability and viability of backup power supply facilities for Control Center e.g., generator and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units.
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure Control Centre power supply availability.
Ensure availability and viability of backup power supply facilities for Control Center e.g., generator and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units.
Ensure availability of control Centre Local Area Networks (LANs).
Ensure availability of communication links to substations and other equipment which is monitored and controlled remotely.
Implement and maintain Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) wiring up to standard.
Maintain a complete and concise record of all SCADA Hardware and communications Infrastructure documentation for overall use in SCADA system maintenance and troubleshooting.
Participate in commissioning of remotely monitored and/or controllable equipment into the SCADA system.
Implement and maintain the Change Control System for updating the electricity network diagram in the SCADA system.
Deliver routine reports as required.
Maintain good working relationships within the SCADA and Control Center environment that foster team building and high productivity.
Key Deliverables
Reliable main and backup power supply at the Control Centre
Reliable communication network links in Control Center and in substations.
Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Wiring.
Maintenance of all SCADA servers and Remote Terminal Units.
SCADA Anomaly resolution
Testing and commissioning of SCADA equipment.
Verify electricity power system network diagram updates, layout drawings, control schematic diagrams.
Safety
Regular reporting on the SCADA system and RTU availability
SCADA Inventory and Asset Management
Vehicle Management
Training stake holders how to use the system
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Diploma in Electrical or Telecommunication Engineering.
2 – 4 years’ work experience
Basic knowledge of Windows OS, Linux OS, and computer networking is an added advantage
A good understanding of common SCADA communication protocols such as DNP3, IEC 60870-5-101/104, IEC 61850 is an added advantage.
Key Attributes
Result Oriented
Willingness to learn and have a positive attitude
Possess a valid National driving permit
Willing to work outside conventional hours (8am to 5pm)
Hardworking and innovative
Honest and ethical
Team player and professional
Punctuality, attendance and involvement.
Reliable and accountable
For application for this Job, please visit our website at – https://www.uedcl.co.ug/job-openings/. Only Applications received Online will be considered. To apply; upload your CV (Clearly indicating 3 referees with contacts), Cover letter and all copies of Academic and other support documents. Put the Job title on the subject Line.
Address your application to: The Head Human Resource and Administration, UEDCL Tower, Plot 37 Nakasero Road, Kampala.
NB: Each document that is to be uploaded should not exceed file size of 1MB.
Closing Date: All applications MUST be submitted by, 5:00PM, Friday October 13, 2023. Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted for guidance on the next step