Instrumentation & Control Officer at 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: Instrumentation & Control Officer

Location: Jos, Plateau
Employment Type: Full-time

Purpose of the Job

• Responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of instrumentation and control systems to ensure optimal operations.
• Supports spare parts management, safety compliance, and effective collaboration with operations and procurement teams

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

• Perform troubleshooting, testing, repair, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems.
• Calibrate instruments and control devices, including PLCs, Relays, pressure switches, level switches, temperature switches, and transmitters.
• Assist in ensuring all I & C systems are operational and properly integrated into the grid system processes.
• Conduct periodic inspections of I & C systems to identify hazards, defects, or the need for repair.
• Provide feedback to ensure accurate scaling and measurement for controllers.
• Follow the I & C maintenance checklist provided by the Maintenance Planning unit and ensure all tasks are completed.
• Support the analysis and resolution of issues flagged by the performance and efficiency team.
• Monitor and manage the utilisation of I & C spare parts and equipment to avoid wastage or damage.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations during maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate records of instrumentation and control activities, calibration reports, and spare parts usage.
• Preparation of weekly and monthly reports on the performance of I & C systems.
• Work closely with the operations and metering team to address maintenance-related issues.
• Collaborate with the procurement team to specify the requirements for spare parts and ensure timely acquisition.
• Prepare periodic reports for the attention of the Instrumentation & Control Supervisor.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Instrumentation & Control Supervisor.

Minimum Educational & Professional Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

• Minimum of a First Degree in Electrical Engineering or any related course.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting instrumentation and control systems in power plants or industrial settings.
• Full Membership of a Relevant Professional Body.

Attributes and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of field instruments like pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters.
• Proficiency in working with control valves, actuators, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Ability to read and interpret P&ID diagrams, loop drawings, and schematics.
• Troubleshooting Skills.
• Familiarity with standards related to instrumentation and control.
• Knowledge of communication protocols.

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.