The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC Plc) was established to distribute quality electric power to its customers, using modern technology and tools. The company desires to build a team of professionals who will manage its operations under global best practices.
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company, (AEDC) the electric distribution company for the FCT, Niger, Kogi and Nassarawa States, is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position below:
Job Title: GIS Specialist
Location: Abuja
Job Description
- The GIS Specialist will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of the organization’s GIS database and Geographic Maps as well as the production of associated analyses and reports.
Responsibilities
- Produce advanced specialised maps, analyses and reports utilising geographic and demographic information using programming, database and graphic skills
- Obtain and maintain accurate geographic technical, commercial and other data for the regions where the organization has an operational footprint
- Provide critical GIS input into the asset management process and maintain GIS component of an asset database such as location of transformers, feeders, substations and wayleaves.
- Utilise proprietary and open mapping tools, templates, standards and software while adhering to relevant business processes and policies
Qualifications
- Minimum of a University degree in Computer Science or related field.
- Major or Minor in Geography or training in GIS technology.
Experience:
- Advanced skills in GIS and Drawing software such as ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Google Earth Professional and MapInfo.
- Advanced understanding of electrical drawings and symbols used in an electricity utility company
- Intermediate to advanced analytical and quantitative skills
Required Skills & Competencies:
- Excellent Analytical, Problem Solving & Multitasking skills.
- Self motivated, attention to detail with focus on results
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong project management skills
Application Closing Date
24th June, 2016 at 5: pm GMT.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their curriculum vitae and a cover letter and should be emailed to:
[email protected] The subject of your mail should be the position being applied for i.e.: GIS Specialist.
The cover letter should be addressed to:
The MD/CEO,
Abuja Electricity Distribution Company Plc,
1 Ziquinchor Street, Off IBB Way
Wuse Zone 4,
Abuja, FCT,
Nigeria
Attention: The Executive Director, Human Resources and Corporate Services.