JOB ADVERTISEMENT: Plant Manager

Job Advertisement

Our ref: RPCL/CM/MD/144/2025

Date: 13^th May 2025

Position Title: Plant Manager

Location: RPCL Headquarters – Rusumo

Reports To: Managing Director

Contract Type: Fixed-Term (Three years, renewable once)

Deadline for Applications: 16^th June 2025

About RPCL

Rusumo Power Company Limited (RPCL) is a regional company owned by the governments of Burundi, Rwanda, and Tanzania, responsible for the operation and maintenance of the 80MW Regional Rusumo Falls Hydroelectric Plant (RRFHP). RPCL is committed to providing reliable, sustainable energy and promoting regional cooperation.

Job Summary:

The Plant Manager is a senior technical leader at RPCL, reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with the management team. The Plant Manager is responsible for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation and maintenance of the 80MW RRFHP. This includes managing a multidisciplinary technical team, ensuring operational excellence, compliance with safety and environmental standards, and driving continuous improvement in performance and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all technical aspects of plant operation and maintenance.
• Supervise 24/7 plant activities through Chief Operation and Maintenance Engineers.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and manage operational and capital budgets.
• Oversee the development and implementation of business plans and operational strategies.
• Represent RPCL in Board, Steering Committee, and stakeholder meetings as needed.
• Prepare detailed operational and performance reports for internal and external use.
• Participate in the final handover of project components and commissioning activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
• A degree in Business Administration is an added advantage.
• At least 12 years of experience managing hydropower assets or related utilities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical operations and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of plant safety, performance optimization, and compliance processes.

Employment Terms:

• Contract Duration: Three years, renewable once based on performance.
• Work Location: RPCL Headquarters – Rusumo, with travel as required.
• Reports To: Managing Director, RPCL

Eligibility:

Only citizens of Burundi, Rwanda, and Tanzania are eligible to apply for this position.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• A cover letter expressing interest and suitability
• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
• Contact details of three professional referees
• A detailed CV

Please send your application by email to: [email protected]; [email protected]

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Subject Line: Application – Plant Manager – RPCL Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Sincerely yours,

Eng Ntare KARITANYI