Electrical Supervisor at Museum of West African Art
The MOWAA Trust is an independent, charitable organization that supports initiatives in heritage, the arts and archaeology. Our ambitions span the delivery of world-class research, educational and scientific goals, aligned with a cultural and economic regeneration of the city more broadly. This involves the set-up of a major collections and research facility, the MOWAA Pavilion, and the wider development of a creative district in the heart of Benin City.
Description
The Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to join our Facilities Management team.
This role is critical to ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all electrical systems that support our exhibitions, collections, and daily operations.
As the Electrical Supervisor, you will lead a team of technicians and contractors, overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance, managing specialized museum systems, and ensuring compliance with safety and conservation standards.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Supervision: Plan, schedule, and oversee electrical maintenance, repairs, and installations. Provide technical guidance and training to technicians and contractors.
Preventive & Corrective Maintenance:
Develop and implement maintenance schedules for key electrical systems (lighting, power panels, generators, UPS, exhibition power circuits, specialized museum electrical systems, and AV/multimedia systems). Troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults quickly to minimize disruptions.
Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to local codes, HSE standards, and museum conservation policies. Maintain inspection reports, test results, logs, and certifications.
Energy & Cost Management: Monitor energy usage, recommend efficiency strategies, and manage maintenance budgets effectively.
Projects & Contractor Management: Supervise contractors, review quality of work, and manage commissioning and handovers. Coordinate new installations, renovations, and exhibition setups.
Emergency Preparedness: Ensure backup systems (generators/UPS) are operational.
Act as first responder during electrical emergencies, protecting staff, visitors, and sensitive collections.
Training & Mentorship: Build team capability by training staff on safe practices, emergency procedures, and emerging technologies.
Qualifications & Requirements
HND / Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or equivalent certification.
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in electrical maintenance, with 2–3 years in a supervisory or senior technical role (preferably in a museum, commercial, or critical facility).
Strong technical problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Knowledge of core engineering concepts (mechanics, kinetics, thermodynamics, materials science).
Excellent technical writing, reporting, and communication skills.
