What You Can Expect

Our Utility Distribution Planner, based at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, IA, plays a pivotal role in ensuring seamless operations within our Distribution Group. The Planner's primary responsibilities include ensuring that operations maintenance technicians have access to the necessary tools and parts to efficiently complete work orders. Additionally, they support managers in scheduling maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime and mitigate impacts on operations and customer satisfaction.

This role thrives on its dynamic nature, with each day starting with meetings across various departments within the Distribution Group. These meetings cover topics ranging from safety discussions to upcoming projects and team requirements, allowing the Planner to proactively address emerging needs. Key stakeholders include the Mechanical Distribution, Electrical, and Metering and Controls Departments, with whom the Planner collaborates closely to understand tool and material requirements, obtain quotes, make purchases, and manage inventory.

The Planner is responsible for setting up Preventative Maintenance tasks using our Computerized Maintenance Software (Maximo), ensuring their timely execution, prioritization, and assisting in the communication and tracking of planned outage schedules. Financial aspects, including expense tracking through Concur (credit cards) and Coupa (purchase orders), are also within the Planner's purview.

Beyond these core responsibilities, the Planner undertakes additional projects such as obsolete asset disposal and maintaining optimal inventory levels for both the Water Plant and Distribution Plant. This multifaceted role demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and proactive problem-solving abilities to ensure operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

What You’ll Bring

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• This role requires a minimum of three (3) years of experience in the maintenance or operation of mechanical and electrical distribution systems and, or industrial plant or facility operations
• You will have learned strong communication skills, reinforcing messaging from management, being a proponent for safety both in verbally and by daily actions such as making sure that everyone has the Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) that they need for daily and non-typical tasks
• Knowledge of safety regulations associated with utility or industrial operations
• Familiarity with materials and tools, used in mechanical and electrical work
• Prior experience with procurement processes—requisitions, purchase orders, receiving, invoicing
• Experience in working in a team environment as a leader and individual contributor
• Ability to work with a diverse group of staff at all levels of an organization
• Knowledge of safety regulations associated with utility or industrial operations

Additional Details

• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record operation of company vehicles is required
• Capable of occasionally standing; walking; sitting; climbing (ladders, stairs, ramps, catwalks, and the like as required); lifting (min. 50 lbs.)
• Ability to travel and consult with other ENGIE Business units
• Must have the ability to use MS Office Products: Word, Excel, and OneNote
• Respond to emergencies, and outages afterhours or on weekends as needed

Compensation

Salary Range:   $62,300 – $95,450 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

In 2020 The University of Iowa (UI) entered a 50-year, trailblazing partnership with the University of Iowa Energy Collaborative (UIEC), a joint venture between ENGIE, Meridiam, and Hannon Armstrong, to operate, maintain and enhance the university’s Utility System.  As the founding member of this joint venture, ENGIE designs, builds, operates, and maintains the energy infrastructure delivering safe, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy solutions in producing and distributing steam, electricity, chilled water, and domestic water to the main campus in Iowa City, Iowa and a nearby satellite campus. 

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed. 

Job Title: Logistics Officer 

Department: Operations 

Reporting line: Logistics Manager

Location: Kampala, Uganda 

Job Grade: 12

About ENGIE Energy Access 

ENGIE Energy Access is the leading Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGo) and mini-grids solutions provider in Africa. The company develops innovative, off-grid solar solutions for homes, public services and businesses, enabling customers and distribution partners access to clean, affordable energy. The PAYGO solar home systems are financed through affordable instalments from $0.19 per day and the mini-grids foster economic development by enabling electrical productive use and triggering business opportunities for entrepreneurs in rural communities. With over 1,800 employees, operations in nine countries across Africa (Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia), over 1.8 million customers and more than 9 million lives impacted so far, ENGIE Energy Access aims to impact 20 million lives across Africa by 2025. 

www.engie-energyaccess.com   

www.linkedin.com/company/engie-africa 

Job Purpose/Mission  

The Logistics Assistant is an integral part our Operations, the Logistics Assistant will support the Logistics Manager in the day to day running of the logistics requirements of Operations. Not limited to customs clearance, international shipping, Distribution planning and implementation, health and safety, process and policy implementation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Logistics Manager in handling customs clearance requirements.
• Support the Logistics Manager in shipment tracking and reporting the same in a timely and accurate manner.
• Inspect truck conditions before loading to the field and share job cards.
• Support the Logistics Manager in managing safety of EEA products in transit both locally and internationally.
• Work to reduce logistics costs in the operations department.
• Promote and improve best practice policies and procedures within EEA
• Champion Health and safety standards and practice at all times.
• Support the Logistics Manager in demand forecast and planning.
• Follow up on pending shipments and advise statuses to the Logistics Manager.

Knowledge and skills: 

  Experience:

• Must have a Bachelor Degree in Logistics, transport, Supply chain management.
• Familiarity with East Africa Customs clearance processes.
• Experience in working in a busy environment.
• Relationship management with external and internal stakeholders.
• Must be familiar with INCOTERMS.

Qualifications 

• Relevant University degree  

Language(s) 

• Proficient in written and spoken English.  

Technology:

• Microsoft suite - required.
• Trouble shooting
• ASSYCUDA

We thank all applicants for their interest, however due to the large volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. All applications are screened based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without any regard to origin, age, name, sexual identity, orientation or preference, religion, marital status, health, disability, political opinions, union involvement or citizenship. Our differences are our strengths!  

First Hydro Company

Storekeeper – Fixed Term Contract 2 Years

Salary £40,460

About First Hydro Company and ENGIE

The First Hydro Company operates 2 pumped storage power stations in North Wales. With a combined peak generating capacity of over 2000 MW these two power stations have reliably supported the UK’s national electricity supply network for decades. Now, the frequently changing demand for electricity with an increasing contribution from renewable sources makes reliable and flexible storage capacity key to delivering clean and reliable energy supplies for the future.

Alongside our generation commitments we are undertaking an exciting programme of major refurbishment at both our power stations to ensure that they continue to meet demand long into the future.

THE ROLE

To help us to meet both these challenges we have an have opportunities for a Storekeeper  working at Ffestiniog Power Station to join our team.  Reporting to the Stores Supervisor, the role is to be proactively involved in ensuring that all of First Hydro Company assets contained within the Stores locations are accounted to ensure an uninterruptible flow of goods and services to meet the business needs

ABOUT YOU

You will hold a minimum of a NVQ level 2 or equivalent and have successfully completed formal training in safety (eg. IOSH Working Safety) As well as formal qualifications and training candidates are also expected to have relevant experience and knowledge in the following areas:

• Good IT skills such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• A knowledge of Inventory Management for a large industrial stores e.g.  JIT, Stock Checking etc.
• A good understanding of the Health, Safety and Environmental legislation applicable to a stores environment.
• Operate all stores related plant e.g. fork lift trucks, side loader, and drive stores commercial vehicles.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to develop strong working relationships with internal customers and external suppliers.
• Team player willing to work as a team member.
• Understand the basic financial aspects of stores so that interface between stores and finance is seamless
• Stores experience and knowledge of recognised standards e.g. OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001

By joining First Hydro Company you will become part of one of the UK’s most dynamic electricity generators.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE IN RETURN

In return for the above First Hydro offers a competitive salary of £40,460. Further benefits include private healthcare insurance,  company pension scheme with employer’s contribution of up to 12%, an annual holiday allowance of 25 days in addition to public holidays.  

LOCATION

It is expected that the candidates would be based at Ffestiniog Power Station, but there may be some requirement to travel to other sites on occasion.

SECURITY CLEARANCE

First Hydro Company operate key infrastructure projects in the UK and may require successful applicant to undertake national security vetting

Closing Date:  28th April 2024

Job Title: Procurement Officer

Department: Operations 

Reporting Line: Head of Operations 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

About Engie Energy Access

ENGIE Energy Access is one of the leading Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGo) and mini-grids solutions provider in Africa, with a mission to deliver affordable, reliable and sustainable energy solutions and life-changing services with exceptional customer experience. The company is a result of the integration of Fenix International, ENGIE Mobisol and ENGIE PowerCorner; and develops innovative, off grid solar solutions for homes, public services and businesses, enabling customers and distribution partners access to clean, affordable energy. The PAYGo solar home systems are financed through affordable instalments from $0.19 per day and the minigrids foster economic development by enabling electrical productive use and triggering business opportunities for entrepreneurs in rural communities. With over 1,700 employees, operations in nine countries across Africa (Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia), almost 1.5 million customers and over 7 million lives impacted so far, ENGIE Energy Access aims to remain the leading clean energy company, serving millions of customers across Africa by 2025.

www.engie-energyaccess.com

Job        Purpose/Mission 

Responsible for effective and efficient procurement of various company goods and services, Supplier Contract Management, and all relevant documentation through use of best practices.

              Responsibilities

• Sourcing for suppliers and their prequalification according to the ENGIE Energy Access Kenya’s policies
• Carrying out Procurement Functions for ENGIE Energy Access Kenya, its employees, its related parties in a timely manner and in accordance with approved Procurement Policies and Processes.
• Engagement in continuous development and improvements of the company’s procurement process to save costs, ensure timely delivery of goods and services.

• Ensuring all relevant procurement- related documents are in place and properly filed.
• Ensuring that relevant Procurement Process Management Tools are up to date and 100% accurately maintained.

Knowledge and skills 

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Procurement or a similar position.
• Experience in Supplier Sourcing & Contract Management.
• Excellent Analytical skills, bargaining Skills, Interpersonal Skills and Negotiation Skills.
• Excellent sense of urgency and Time Management with high organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge in MS office (especially Excel/Word) and computer knowledge are required.
• Advanced knowledge in SAP is a Plus

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement

Language(s): 

• English
• Kiswahili

Technology:

• Proficiency in Microsoft office and purchasing software.

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. All applications are screened based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without any regard to origin, age, name, sexual identity, orientation or preference, religion, marital status, health, disability, political opinions, union involvement or citizenship. Our differences are our strengths!

Job Title: Logistics Manager

Department: Operations 

Reporting line: Head of Operations 

Location: Kampala, Uganda 

Job Grade: 15

About ENGIE Energy Access 

ENGIE Energy Access is the leading Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGo) and mini-grids solutions provider in Africa. The company develops innovative, off-grid solar solutions for homes, public services and businesses, enabling customers and distribution partners access to clean, affordable energy. The PAYGO solar home systems are financed through affordable instalments from $0.19 per day and the mini-grids foster economic development by enabling electrical productive use and triggering business opportunities for entrepreneurs in rural communities. With over 1,800 employees, operations in nine countries across Africa (Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia), over 1.8 million customers and more than 9 million lives impacted so far, ENGIE Energy Access aims to impact 20 million lives across Africa by 2025. 

www.engie-energyaccess.com   

www.linkedin.com/company/engie-africa 

Job Purpose/Mission  

The Logistics Manager is an integral part of the Operations department. He/she must be attentive to detail, agile, ready to learn, grow and champion our logistics operations. He/she must be attentive to cost reduction, efficiency, in speedy deliveries, knowledge of customs procedure and harmonization codes, cargo & tax classification. He/she will also interface with forwarders, transport and will be a leader who leads by example with ethics and integrity. He/she will closely work with the Head of Operations to align operational needs to achieve efficiency. 

Responsibilities: 

Demand &Supply Forecasting  

• Analyze historical & existing data to develop accurate demand and supply forecasts. 

• Work closely with relevant stakeholders to accurately predict future requirements from manufacturers and suppliers  

• Ensure the SOP Process is properly followed and implemented while working closely with the head of operations  

• Make sure Demand &Supply Planning tools are accurately and timely filled and passed onto the HOD for review and approval  

• Work closely with internal functions to predict stock outs and immediately source from neighboring entities to avoid stock outs and or overstocks.

Clearing & Forwarding  

• Manage end to end clearing and forwarding process in coordination with contracted agencies  

• Manage C&F Supplier relationships  

• Properly assess tax worksheets, carefully study CPC, HSC codes to make sure we are accurately paying the right amounts  

• Develop and build strong relationships with regulatory bodies like URA,UNBS,et al  

• Prepare and follow through on exemptions and make sure we are compliant and within gazetted regimes at all times  

• Make sure there is proper documentation before clearances are done and make sure there are no errors that will lead to delayed clearances and penalties 

• Follow up on PVOCs and any other inspections required to facilitate the clearing and forwarding process 

Field Distribution  

• Design, manage and implement an efficient and effective distribution schedule & report to the HOD  

• Analyze the field stock distribution planner to effectively monitor stock availability at all points of distribution  

• Manage distribution cost to align within budget requirement & target  

• Manage & monitor while tracking 3pl providers to match to EEA requirements  

• Proper and accurate forecasting of field points of stock requirements while avoiding over stocks or understocks and share with HOD for approval

Reverse Logistics  

• Work with the HOD to build, run and account for efficient reverse logistics processes  

• Work with HOD to manage efficiently and effectively product returns on time in full while working with the data team to track accurately and report to the HOD  

• Work with the HOD to manage stock availability and forecast of SWAP stock 

Administration/leadership  

• Manage,train,mentor and lead a team to effect overall positive results  

• Keep track of license requirements, expiries and applications for HOD approval  

• Set goals,KPIs for your team and track them to full utilization  

• Keep track of department H&SE requirements and targets  

• Uphold the highest levels of ethics and integrity for you and your team  

At EEA, we have high expectations for our managers. Each manager plays a key role in creating an exceptional experience not only for our customers but for every person on our team. Our managers help EEA realize our ambitious goals while developing their own leadership skills and facilitating growth for their direct reports.  

We believe that great managers: 

• Deliver ambitious results: As a high-performing and accountable leader, you create an enabling environment for effective action and bold decision which contribute to successful delivery of results. 
• Act with integrity: As an ethical leader you are honest, respectful, objective, and transparent. You create and build upon a foundation of trust and openness. 
• Inspire and mentor the team: As an inspirational leader you walk the talk. You empower and coach your team with trust and humility. 
• Are accessible: as an accessible leader, you develop and maintain deep connections with stakeholders through approachability and active listening. 
• Ensure diversity and inclusion: as an inclusive leader, you ensure diversity and foster a sense of belonging. 

Knowledge and skills   

Experience: 

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role  

• Previous team management experience is preferred.  

• Demonstrated ability to lead process change.  

• Ability to work in a TEAM setting.  

• Experience in working with large distribution channels and internal shipping agents.  

• Familiarity with tax laws and similar regulatory requirements  

• Ability to build and enhance relationships with external and internal stakeholders.  

• Good forecasting and demand analytics.  

• Strong data analytical and presentation skills.  

• Experience of working in a busy and fast paced environment. 

Qualifications 

• A bachelor's degree in business, Logistics and or Supply chain management 

Language(s): 

• English
• Any other language

Technology:

• Microsoft suite - required.
• ASSYCUDA
• SAP

We thank all applicants for their interest, however due to the large volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. All applications are screened based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without any regard to origin, age, name, sexual identity, orientation or preference, religion, marital status, health, disability, political opinions, union involvement or citizenship. Our differences are our strengths! 

O&M Procurement Officer

ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.

Responsibilities 

• Support and implement regional project sourcing strategy , set up country level sourcing team & Org, process and objectives for all Philippine asset-based projects (Capex) 
• Managing country project sourcing team performance in Philippines
• Lead country-level sourcing and pre-qualification (Due Diligence, HSE, CSR, Factory Audit) on key suppliers, and seek synergies with SEA/AMEA region on strategic suppliers. 
• Closely working with Asia Global Sourcing team(China) to source and develop Asian supplier base and support different business sectors for GBUs in SEA. (priority on ES)
• Manage and validate Project Capex assessment performed by country project sourcing team for DCS/OSU Green/Brownfield projects for NBO/BO submission over the life-circle to meet the project strategy, target and timeline. 
• Manage and validate quantity take-off and estimation as design information during feasibility study and design stage.
• Support internal stakeholders (e.g. BD/EE/PM/OP team) from development to construction to operation.
• Lead and manage Project Sourcing Process including prepare RFP/tender, evaluate RFP/RFQ for key suppliers (direct) and contractors (M&E, Process, CSA work), perform total cost of ownership analysis and evaluate RFP/tender submission and selection, issuing LOA, coordinating alignment with internal functional departments, tender memo for approval and contracting.
• Manage regional Capex and Opex vendor/technical database, benchmark and dashboards.
• Apply database for data analysis, Power BI dashboard and visualization for decision making.
• Develop and optimize Capex/RFP/Database tools and workflows with SEA engineering team.
• Support operation and maintenance team for supplier engagement and comprehensive solution.
• Perform the training and organize knowledge sharing technical workshop with Philippine team.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering/Procurement/Supply Chain or a related field.
• 5-10 years experience in project sourcing, quantity surveying and/or project management
• Experience in Cooling Systems, On-Site Utility and Solar Project preferred 
• Strong knowledge on key-equipment technology, project sourcing, tendering and contracting 
• Organized, rigorous, analytical with strong synthesis skills 
• Communicative, active personality and team spirit person
• Ability to show initiative and drive continuous improvements