Viathan Engineering Ltd
The Company
Viathan Engineering Ltd is Nigeria’s leading integrated energy services solutions company, specializing in captive and embedded power generation. They provide scalable, modular, and last-mile power-as-a-service solutions, delivering energy more efficiently and cost-effectively to governmental, industrial, and commercial markets. Their commitment is to be the premier energy solutions provider, ensuring reliable and uninterrupted power across underserved regions of Nigeria.
For This Role
They are looking for an experienced Senior Asset Manager to provide strategic leadership for their Operations Department. You will oversee all technical operations, maintenance of power generation and distribution assets, and ensure the optimal and economical performance of power plants. This role is crucial in maintaining plant uptime, ensuring safety standards, and managing a team of Asset Managers.
Your Responsibilities
- You will ensure the coordination of periodic maintenance activities, reporting regularly to EXCO.
- You will oversee the planning and execution of service and maintenance of equipment according to OEM specifications or as directed by management.
- You will ensure reports on repairs and maintenance are accurate and complete.
- You will enforce strict adherence to permit-to-work and isolation systems during tasks.
- You will inform EXCO of any technical issues or limitations affecting plant safety or operation.
- You will maintain an adequate supply of spare parts to support safe and efficient operations.
- You will assume full responsibility for the Operations budget.
- You will collaborate with Asset Managers for the safe and optimal operation of engines, networks, and power plants.
- You will manage communication with OEMs and equipment vendors.
- You will ensure all third-party equipment at the plant is fit for purpose, certified, and properly maintained.
- You will implement follow-up actions based on audit findings from regulatory authorities or management.
- You will initiate and process all requisitions and purchase orders for maintenance needs.
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
- You will lead and champion a positive safety culture across all operating plants.
- You will ensure compliance with company safety policies and provide guidance on safety practices.
- You will ensure adherence to regulatory requirements for environmental protection.
People Management
- You will organize the Operations team to meet set objectives and KPIs as determined by management.
- You will ensure team members are trained to meet competency requirements.
- You will lead performance management processes, including goal setting, appraisals, and recommendations for promotions or disciplinary actions.
The Ideal Candidate Has/Is
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in asset management with a focus on power systems and knowledge of gas or internal combustion engines.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or a similar discipline).
- Professional membership in an engineering body (e.g., COREN, NSE).
- Expertise in power generation, distribution, plant design, and maintenance.
- Experience with budgeting, operations data analysis, technical reporting, and project management.
- Knowledge of compressed natural gas and renewable energy systems is an advantage.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and operations planning tools.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
The Goodies
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Location
This role is based in Lagos, Nigeria.
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