IITA is an international non-profit agricultural research-for-development (R4D) organization established in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and a member of the CGIAR Consortium. Our R4D approach is anchored on the development needs of the tropics. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa.
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Equipment Operator II (Power House)
Location: Ibadan
Job Status: Contract (2 year renewable contract)
Responsibilities
- Daily operation of all powerhouse equipments.
- Operates / maintenance both mechanical and electrical equipments in powerhouse e.g. Generators, High voltage panels, Ring Main Units, Tripping Units, Batteries, High voltage Underground cables, High voltage and low voltage Circuit breakers.
- Receiving of AGO;
- Assisting powerhouse mechanics to carried out repairs on all Mechanical equipment in-charge of powerhouse;
- Assisting in general maintenance of all Electrical equipment and installation in the Powerhouse;
- Perform all other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualification and Experience
OND, Trade Test II /Artisan Certificate in Electrical Engineering plus at least two (2) years relevant experience.
General Information
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Application Closing Date: 1st April, 2015.
Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work and evidence of current remuneration package.
