Job Opportunity at Duma Works, Senior Operations Engineer
Location
Other Arusha District Arusha
Description
Duma Works is recruiting a Senior Operations Engineer for Rafiki Power.
The company is a vibrant and dynamic start-up that consists of an international team bringing off-grid energy to rural locations in East Africa. They develop, engineer, finance and operate sites in developing world communities as well as provide reliable backup to business customers in the region.
The job is based in Arusha, Tanzania. You will work closely with the Engineering Director who will be predominantly based in Europe. This necessitates a candidate who is able to work independently and of their own initiative to meet the company’s goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide clear engineering leadership in the definition and resolution of technical issues as they occur.Support Operations team locally with detailed technical issues and queries as requested and required locallyWhere appropriate define and implement new processes and ways of working to ensure learnings are captured and to ensure future issues are avoided.Where necessary travel to sites to undertake maintenance activities and troubleshootingLiaise with contractors to ensure work is delivered on time and to the required, high standards.Undertake detailed testing and analysis of new engineering solutions (Mechanical, Electrical and electronic to test for robustness and applicability to the local environment
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
University degree in science, engineering or similar and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.Technical knowledge in energy systems, preferably involving solar PV, batteries and diesel generation is requiredHands-on experience in electrical power systems or similar technical field is required.Experience managing contractors and working with external partiesAbility to identify a problem, define how a problem is to be resolved and to see the resolution carried out all independently with limited supervision.Ability to work with multidisciplinary, international team in multiple locationsFluent in English, in speech and writing. Swahili in addition is preferred.Familiar with Tanzanian / East African cultures; work experience in Tanzania or neighbouring countries preferredMust hold a valid driver’s license.
Bonus Skills and Qualifications
Entrepreneurial thinking and excellent communication skills as well as strong team orientationExperience in managing a team or direct line management a plus.