Urban Water Utility Manager (Electro-Mechanical)
Job Description
WaterAid is an international non-for-profit organization dedicated to helping people break free from poverty and disease, unlock their potential and change their lives for good through improved access to clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid started its operation in Nigeria in 1995. Since then it has successfully executed several intervention programmes as outlined by its objectives and has made impact in the lives of the very poor. WaterAid with the country office in Abuja currently works in Bauchi, Enugu and Plateau States with funding from various donors and partners.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Urban Water Utility Manager (Electro-Mechanical)
Location: Lagos
Contract type: Fixed term– 40 hours per week
About the Role
- As our Urban Water Utility Manager (Electro-Mechanical) provide technical leadership when it comes to design, installation, maintenance and operation of water supply systems at all levels of service delivery.
- his role will strengthen LWC and other partner’s capacity to deliver reliable and energy friendly services and work closely with Lagos Water Corporation and the Lagos State Regulatory Commission to drive sustainable change
Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Engage with engineers to implement electromechanical designs in industrial or other settings, including pump installations, solar powered systems and energy ratings for water supply systems.
- Oversee program delivery in Lagos, ensuring alignment with WaterAid standards, maintaining quality, and driving effective execution..
- Collaborate with regulators to ensure the installed systems follow safety codes and water quality standards
- Organize regular workshops with partner utilities to share practices in maintenance planning and asset planning
- Champion WaterAid’s commitment to equity, inclusion and safeguarding.
Requirements
To be successful, you will need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or related field). Master’s degree is an added advantage.
- Minimum 10 years’ progressive experience in municipal utility maintenance, construction, and repair of water/sewer systems with at least 3 years in an electro-mechanical or technical supervisory role.
- Strong understanding of regulatory compliance for water utilities.
- Experience in strengthening urban utility systems for sustainable delivery
Although not essential, we’d prefer you to have:
- Membership of a relevant professional body
- Existing links/network in the WASH Sector.
Salary
Competitive with excellent benefits.
Application Closing Date
9th October, 2025 (12:00 PM UK time).
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online