SENIOR MANAGER – TECHNICAL

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, coordinate, allocate, and supervise maintenance activities and technical projects to ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee operation and maintenance of electrical distribution systems, substations, transformers, switchgear and standby power systems.
• Manage HVAC, precision cooling and air conditioning systems for offices, data centres, vaults and critical facilities.
• Lead electrical, electronics and HVAC projects, including installations, upgrades and refurbishments.
• Conduct inspections, technical audits, and condition assessments to ensure equipment safety, compliance, and optimal performance.
• Develop, implement, and review engineering standards, technical procedures, and best practices to improve operational efficiency and service delivery.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend appropriate equipment, systems, and resource acquisitions.
• Identify training needs, develop competency frameworks, and ensure staff remain compliant with relevant legislation and industry standards.
• Prepare technical reports and provide recommendations to Senior Management on maintenance performance, technical issues, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and manage technical services budgets, asset lifecycles and capital projects.
• Use CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) and other facility management tools to monitor asset performance, maintenance history and lifecycle costs.
• Resolve operational and technical challenges while promoting the efficient use of resources and ongoing process improvement.
• Lead, mentor and develop technical teams while driving innovation and continuous improvement.
• Provide support for mission-critical assignments involving electrical, electronic, and air-conditioning systems, and undertake any related duties as assigned by management from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or Mechatronics
• At least five (5) years of post-qualification experience in electrical, electronic, HVAC, building services, or facilities engineering, including a minimum of three (3) years in a managerial capacity.
• Proven experience in managing electrical distribution systems, backup power systems, HVAC installations, building automation systems, and other critical infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience in managing contractors, consultants, and service providers within large and complex organisations.
• Sound knowledge of electrical safety standards, building regulations, energy management practices, and business continuity requirements.
• Experience working in high-security and mission-critical environments will be an added advantage.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCES

• Competence in managing a variety of electrical for plant and equipment and HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of building automation systems and electronic systems Building
• Digital and technology proficiency in Security Systems.
• Project and stakeholder management.
• Leadership and problem-solving skills.