Automation Technician - Utilities (Water)

Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in Electrical Engineering/Electronics Engineering, Automation or related field from a recognized institution.
  
• Must have at least three (3) years’ experience in the design, operation, and maintenance of industrial automation systems, with demonstrated proficiency in PLCs, HMIs, and control systems.
  
• Problem solving skills and attention to detail
  
• Membership with relevant bodies will be an added advantage.
  

• Install,configure,and commission automation systems.
  
• Trouble shoot and repair faults in automated equipment and control systems.
  
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibration.
  
• Work with engineers to design and improve automation processes.
  
• Test and validate system functionality.
  
• Implement assigned site activities in line with designs, technical standards, and schedules, and keep accurate site and as-built records.
  
• Prepare and review tender documents, technical specifications, quantities, and support bid evaluations and contract follow-up.
  
• Maintain and update asset registers, maintenance logs, and other technical documentation for effective asset management and audits.
  
• Ensure adherence to relevant regulations, safety procedures, and environmental standards, and actively promote safe working practices.
  
• Connect water meters to smart electricity meters enabling smart functionality for water metering
  
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with smart meters, water meter connections, and related communication equipment.
  
• Manage and monitor the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) platform
  
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance of smart meter systems and water meter connections
  
• Conduct on-site verifications to resolve discrepancies in meter readings
  
• Investigate and report potential meter tampering or utility theft Manage inventory of meters and related metering material and equipment
  
• Collect and report data to support network optimization efforts for the integrated metering system.