Subsidiary: Hammer Senegal

Technical Manager

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Date Posted

September 7, 2024

Assignment country

Senegal

Expected start date

20241001

Experience

7 Years

Career Level

First-level management

Type

Onsite

Duration

Long term

Duty stations

Senegal

Details

About Us

HAMMER Holding founded in 2004 as a turnkey ICT professional services solution provider and has been privileged to work with major vendors, and operators in Africa. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals who share our passion for driving technological advancements and delivering exceptional results and highly qualified staff and reputation for QoS.

Job Description

The Technical Manager is responsible for overseeing all technical aspects related to power solutions deployed on telecom sites. This role serves as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for all technical questions, ensuring that all site design, technical standards, and operational practices meet high standards. The role involves working closely with the Head of Operations & Maintenance, mentoring field staff, and ensuring the successful implementation of renewable energy solutions and other power technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • To act as the Technical Authority within the OPCO and be the SPOC for all technical related questions, including
    site design approvals as well as the standard of what is operationally acceptable practices from any on-going
    project related works.
  • Works closely with the Group Technical Director to ensure compliance to technical standards.
  • Carries out due diligence with locals suppliers to ensure that they can perform the work to which they have been
    contracted.
  • To be accountable for the technical design of all power solutions deployed onto a site, including renewable
    energy solutions
  • Oversees the implementation and gives feedback on the technical and OPEX performance of all new technology
    and O&T project initiatives introduced to the OPCO.
  • Approves project designs as fit for purpose
  • To enforce a recognised level of Best Practice is applied to all technical activities carried out on site
  • To mentor all field staff in Technical best practice
  • To carry out random site technical audits to ensure compliance with all relevant technical and SHE requirements,
    including the correct installation/operation of all site electrical safety components
  • Responsible for arranging and/or providing training to all field staff on all technologies implemented
  • Leads Investigations on repetitive failures and provide permanent solutions
  • Responsible for technology trials
  • Leads SOP training and training activities with suppliers
  • Ensures Product Quality inspections are carried out
  • Takes feedback from the fields for improvement and communicate lessons learnt

Qualifications

  • Practical knowledge of AC & DC power solutions as applicable to a telecoms environment
  • Hands on diagnostic skills for power generation solutions up to a minimum of 60kVA
  • Exposure to and understanding of Renewable Energy solutions within the African Continent (including Solar,
    Wind, Power Cubes & Battery Cycling)
  • Best technical practices in small scale site power generation environments
  • Understanding of Safety Health and Environment best practices
  • Understanding of an End-2-End power solution, from AC to DC, and all technical components and safety devices
    which make up the overall solution
  • Exposure to remote monitoring solutions and Deep-Sea control panels is highly desirable
  • Understanding of OPEX costs

Skills and Competencies

  • Passionate work ethic
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work unsupervised
  • A passion for doing something right the first time
  • Fluent Language skills: English (E) and Local language (E)
  • Ability to teach others through example
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Visio etc.)

PERSONAL QUALITIES

  • Team player, High level of responsibility
  • Reliable and methodical with integrity.
  • Can Do; Integrity; leadership; Innovation; Relationships
  • Availability Hours and standby essential 24/7 x 365.
  • Ability to guide others in solving complex problems
  • Good analytical and problem solving skills
  • Assertive, Self-starter, Proactive, Innovative, Attention to detail
  • Self-reliance in the management of assigned tasks
  • Reliable and methodical with integrity.
  • Ability to learn quickly
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Knowledge and application of technological advances

Requirements

Education and Required Experience

  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience working in an Electrical/Mechanical.
  • At least 3 years in a supervisory role
  • 5-7 years of hands on experience of AC & DC power solutions, including diagnostics and trouble resolution.
  • Exposure to and understanding of internationally acceptable power practices
  • Able to demonstrate effective Management of field based work forces

Languages

  • French, Level: Fluent, Required
  • English, Level: Working knowledge, added advantage

Other Information

Nationality

The candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Salary Range

Fixed monthly salary

Benefits

  • Social and medical insurance
  • Travel allowances whenever applicable
  • Monthly/yearly performance bonuses based on the KPIs
  • All benefits as per local law of country of attachment

Company Culture

Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to take the next step, we offer a supportive environment where you can learn, develop, and thrive. Over the past years, we succeeded in building a golden reputation and image as an IT and Telecom Service provider; this success is a direct consequence of the dedication of our people to our core values: integrity, undestanding, excellence and respect for the dignity and worth of all employees.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience.

Application Process

Our interview process is designed to assess your skills, experience, and fit for the role. It typically includes multiple rounds of interviews, which may include technical assessments and behavioral questions. We strive to provide a positive and transparent experience for all candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hammer Group is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

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