Construction Supervisor Electrical (EACOP Project)
Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Construction Supervisor with a strong hands-on background in electrical installation fiber optics construction/hookup and pre-commissioning activities. The successful candidate will supervise and coordinate construction and hookup works ensuring that installations are completed safely accurately and in accordance with technical and project requirements.
The ideal candidate should have practical experience as an Electrician Fiber Optic Technician or similar installation professional with strong knowledge of cable installation testing earthing junction box wiring work permits and pre-commissioning activities.
- Supervise and coordinate construction hookup and pre-commissioning activities.
- Perform and oversee single and double compression cable glanding.
- Supervise and verify earthing/grounding installations.
- Carry out and supervise junction box wiring.
- Ensure proper cable dressing routing tagging and labeling.
- Conduct and oversee cable testing including:
- Power cables
- Multipair cables
- CAT6
- Coaxial cables
- Power cables
- Manage and ensure compliance with work permit requirements.
- Prepare and review Job Cards and Job Safety Analyses (JSA).
- Conduct pre-commissioning verification and ensure all installation requirements are met before commissioning.
- Follow up on construction/hookup activities and ensure timely completion.
- Coordinate with engineering commissioning HSE and project teams to resolve technical and site issues.
- Monitor workmanship and ensure installations meet approved drawings specifications and safety standards.
- Identify construction deficiencies and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Maintain accurate records of completed works testing inspections and site activities.
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety procedures project standards and regulatory requirements.
- Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering Electronics Telecommunications Instrumentation or a related technical field.
- Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in electrical installation fiber optic works construction/hookup or a related technical environment.
- Strong practical background as an Electrician Fiber Optic Technician Electrical Technician or similar installation professional.
- Must have completed EWURA licensing or ERB registration as applicable.
- Demonstrated experience in:
- Cable glanding
- Earthing/grounding
- Junction box wiring
- Cable dressing and labeling
- Cable testing
- Work permit management
- Job Cards and JSA
- Pre-commissioning activities
- Construction/hookup supervision
- Cable glanding
Required Skills:
Knowledge and Experience Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering Electronics Telecommunications Instrumentation or a related technical field. Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in electrical installation fiber optic works construction/hookup or a related technical environment. Strong practical background as an Electrician Fiber Optic Technician Electrical Technician or similar installation professional. Must have completed EWURA licensing or ERB registration as applicable. Demonstrated experience in: Cable glanding Earthing/grounding Junction box wiring Cable dressing and labeling Cable testing Work permit management Job Cards and JSA Pre-commissioning activities Construction/hookup supervision Strong hands-on technical skills. Excellent knowledge of electrical installation and construction practices. Strong understanding of HSE requirements and safe work practices. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and installation documentation. Strong supervisory and team coordination skills. Good problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities. Strong attention to detail and quality consciousness. Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines. Good communication and reporting skills. Ability to work effectively with contractors technicians engineers and project management teams.