Surveillance Officer at the Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited (NESCO)

The Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited (NESCO) is incorporated under the Companies Act of the Laws of Nigeria. Its core business is to generate, distribute, supply and retail electric power in Plateau State and adjacent States.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Surveillance Officer

Location: Jos, Plateau
Employment Type: Full-time

Purpose of the Job 

• Monitor, investigate, and report irregularities in energy usage to identify and address revenue leakages, theft, and commercial losses, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
 The Surveillance Officer, shall therefore be responsible, but not limited, for the following:

• Conduct field investigations and inspections to identify potential revenue leakages, theft, or irregularities in energy usage.
• Monitor and report instances of meter tampering, illegal connections, and other activities contributing to Commercial losses. 
• Assist in implementing strategies and measures designed to minimise revenue losses 
• Collect and document evidence of irregularities, ensuring proper management of potential enforcement actions or legal proceedings. 
• Collaborate with the Revenue Protection Enforcement Supervisor and other team members to prioritize surveillance activities based on identified high-risk areas.
• Coordinating periodic surveillance checks for both customers and field commercial staff to ensure compliance.
• Prepare detailed surveillance reports and recommend corrective actions to reduce losses
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards (NERC regulations) during surveillance and enforcement activities. 
• Liaise with law enforcement agencies or legal teams when necessary for prosecution or resolution of detected violations.
• Maintain detailed records of surveillance activities and outcomes for internal and external reporting. 
• Prepare periodic reports for the attention of the Revenue Protection Enforcement Supervisor. 
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Revenue Protection Enforcement Supervisor.

Minimum Educational & Professional Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

• Higher National Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). 
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in the Electricity Supply Industry
• Full Membership of a Relevant Professional Body.

Attributes and Competencies:

• Understanding of electricity regulations, policies, and energy loss prevention measures. 
• Proficient in data gathering, analysis, and reporting.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills. 
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. 
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Application Closing Date
1st July, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Applications, under confidential Cover Letter, either by post, courier or e-mail, enclosing Copies of Certificates, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with full contact details and names, residential/postal and e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of Three (3) Traceable Referees to:
The Human Resources and Administration Manager,
Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited,
10 Barkin Ladi Road,
P. O. Box 15,
Bukuru, Jos South,
Plateau State.
And
Send electronic copies to: nesconi@aol.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.