- Company: Bretty Consultancy Services
- Location: Sabon Wuse, Niger State, Nigeria
- Job type: Full-time
About the role
Bretty Consultancy Services is looking for a skilled and safety-conscious Substation Operator to join their team in Sabon Wuse, Niger State. This full-time position focuses on ensuring reliable power supply and safe operations by monitoring, operating, and maintaining substation equipment in line with electrical safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and operate substation equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, isolators, and switchgear.
- Conduct routine inspections of electrical installations and substation components.
- Track voltage, current, load conditions, and other electrical parameters.
- Identify and report electrical faults, abnormalities, and equipment defects.
- Assist with switching operations following approved procedures and authorization.
- Maintain accurate records of equipment readings, inspections, and operational incidents.
- Ensure compliance with electrical safety procedures, permit-to-work systems, and lockout/tagout requirements.
- Coordinate with electrical technicians and maintenance personnel during repairs.
- Ensure the substation environment remains clean, secure, and free from unauthorized access.
- Respond promptly to electrical emergencies and report incidents to supervisors.
Requirements
- OND, HND, or B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 2–5 years of relevant experience in electrical operations, preferably in substations, power distribution, or industrial facilities.
- Good knowledge of transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and electrical protection systems.
- Understanding of electrical safety procedures and substation operating practices.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and equipment specifications.
- Strong observation, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to work shifts and respond to operational emergencies.
- Relevant electrical safety training or certifications are an added advantage.
- Candidates must be resident in Sabon Wuse or surrounding areas, or be willing to relocate.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to ogbonn.gift@africanindustries.com using the job title as the subject of the mail. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply by email: ogbonn.gift@africanindustries.com
