Supervision and Leadership

• Team Management: Oversee and manage the Technical Officers, Technicians, and Apprentices with their daily operational activities. Provide guidance, training, and support to ensure effective performance.
• Scheduling: Develop and manage work schedules to ensure adequate coverage for operations, maintenance, and emergency response.
• Performance Evaluation: Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to staff. Address any issues related to performance and conduct.
  • Quality and timely supervision of direct reports delivered
    • Sound and timely technical advice provided to the Technical Officer’s
    • Technical assistance to Technical Officer and staff for all relevant maintenance and repair works ensuring full compliance with WAF Standards and OHS Practices at all times
    • Risks associated with mechanical and electrical installations that may disrupt the continuous supply of water and wastewater services, efficiently and proactively identified and reported
      • Superiors duly informed of risks associated with upgrading of both water and wastewater pump stations in the division
    • All outcomes performed by workmen strictly comply with specifications, relevant rules, regulation, by laws and in accordance with good engineering practice
    • Adequate Mechanical and Electrical spares are available in stock to support the normal operations, and maintenance works and also contingency for emergencies

Maintenance and Operations

• Routine Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of pump stations and related infrastructure to identify signs of wear, corrosion, or potential failures. Ensure that all systems are operating within specified parameters.
  • Routine inspections to various stations effectively carried out to ensure that outcomes delivered by staff are of good quality.
  • Work progress for the Mechanical and Electrical function effectively monitored and reported to superiors
    • Areas of staff performance and service delivery improvement identified and resolved appropriately
• Maintenance Procedures: Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for routine maintenance tasks, including lubrication, filter replacement, and calibration of controls.
• Performance Monitoring: Utilize diagnostic tools and software to monitor the performance of pumps and motors. Analyse data to identify trends or anomalies that could indicate potential issues.
• Schedule Development: Create and maintain a preventive maintenance schedule based on manufacturer recommendations, operational data, and historical performance. Adjust schedules as needed to reflect changing conditions or equipment usage.
• Maintenance Logs: Maintain detailed logs of all preventive maintenance activities, including dates, tasks performed, and any observations or follow-up actions required.
• Diagnostic Techniques: Employ advanced diagnostic techniques to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues, such as vibration analysis, thermography, and electrical testing.
• Repair Procedures: Oversee and perform corrective repairs, including disassembly, inspection, replacement of faulty components, and reassembly. Ensure repairs are completed to high standards and equipment is restored to optimal performance

Safety and Compliance

• Safety Standards: Ensure that all operations comply with safety regulations and standards. Conduct regular safety inspections and enforce safe working practices.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, industry standards, and utility-specific guidelines. Maintain necessary documentation and records.
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for all the major repair and maintenance works involving major water shutdown developed, reviewed and revised where required
  • Full compliance with SOP, legislative, regulatory and international standards delivered by staff
    • Ensure all the Repair and Maintenances are carried out according to set policies and procedures of WAF, Ministry of Labour and Ministry of Health etc.
      • Work procedures, work personnel are OHS compliant
      • Availability of OHS (PPE) gear for workmen maintained at all times
      • Work area risks identified and effectively mitigated/managed

Technical Expertise

• Efficiency Audits: Conduct energy audits and performance evaluations to identify opportunities for improving the efficiency of pump systems. Implement modifications or upgrades to enhance system performance and reduce operational costs.
• Technology Integration: Assess new technologies and innovations, such as variable frequency drives (VFDs) or advanced control systems, and recommend their integration to improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Expert Consultation: Provide expert advice and solutions for complex technical issues that arise during operations or maintenance. Serve as a point of contact for troubleshooting guidance from external technical support or manufacturers.
• Training and Development: Offer technical training to staff on the latest equipment, techniques, and best practices to ensure the team remains proficient and knowledgeable.

Budget and Resource Management

• Budgeting: Assist in the preparation and management of the maintenance and repair budget. Monitor expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Resource Allocation: Manage the inventory of spare parts and tools. Ensure that resources are used efficiently and that inventory levels are maintained.

Reporting and Documentation

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections. Prepare reports for management, including performance metrics and incident summaries.
• Documentation: Ensure all equipment manuals, schematics, and maintenance logs are up-to-date and accessible.
• Timely compilation and reporting of the Work Order forms for each complaint attended by direct reports ensured
• Effective documentation ensured and maintained at all times
  • Duly completed worksheets while working with various WAF & hired plant hires in carrying out Mechanical and Electrical works delivered and maintained
• Robust analysis of relevant data collected by staff encouraged and ensured, with well-informed decision making ensured
  • Data reviewed, refined and reported to the Engineer with relevant recommendations
  • Data accuracy and integrity maintained at all times

Project Management

• Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements. Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project goals are met.
  • Appropriate and timely assistance provided to the Mechanical & Electrical Engineers for:
    • The preparation of accurate operational, CAPEX and PSIP budgets
    • Identifying key areas of infrastructure improvements based on service orders attended to by direct reports
    • Quality research and proposals on innovative processes, technologies etc. that are applicable to WAF's Mechanical and Electrical function led and/or reported to superiors
    • Formulation, development and implementation of operational and maintenance plans for the Mechanical and Electrical Pump function
• Quality Assurance: Monitor project execution to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications. Conduct regular project reviews and inspections to verify progress and address any issues promptly.
• Budget Management: Manage project budgets, including cost estimation, tracking expenditures, and financial reporting. Ensure projects are completed within budget and identify any financial discrepancies or cost overruns.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks associated with projects and develop mitigation strategies. Address any unforeseen challenges that arise during project implementation

Emergency Response

• Emergency Protocols: Develop and maintain emergency response protocols for pump system failures, environmental hazards, or other critical incidents. Ensure all team members are familiar with these protocols and trained to execute them effectively.
• Coordination: Coordinate response efforts with emergency services, such as fire departments or environmental agencies, to manage incidents involving hazardous materials or significant system failures.
• Internal Communication: Establish clear lines of communication with internal teams during emergencies to ensure coordinated and efficient response efforts.
• Public Communication: Manage communication with the public and stakeholders regarding the nature of the emergency, its impact, and the steps being taken to resolve it. Provide updates and information as necessary to maintain transparency and trust.

Customer and Stakeholder Communication

• Stakeholder Interaction: Communicate effectively with utility customers, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders regarding pump system operations and issues.
• Public Relations: Address any public concerns or inquiries related to pump system performance or maintenance activities

• Effective development of human capital
  • Effective oversight, coaching, mentoring of staff delivered
  • Training needs for staff effectively monitored in partnership with the Supervisor and appropriately addressed in consultation with the HR Department
  • Disciplinary actions carried out in consultation with the supervisor and HR Department and in full compliance with all relevant laws, legislations and internal requirements

• Teamwork and cooperation
  • Cooperation within the team and greater function / department encouraged
  • Cooperation across functions / departments ensured
  • Collaboration and leadership to achieve relevant organizational targets and goals
  • Other related duties assigned by the Team Leader Mechanical & Electrical effectively and efficiently addressed

• Organizational values upheld and demonstrated at all times
  • Ensure support of the environment aligning deliverables to organizational values and strategic directions
  • Organizational values and good corporate and governance practices are complied with in delivering outcomes ensured