Manager: Electrical and Mechanical (Plant) – University of Botswana

Job Description

The University of Botswana (UB), a premier state-owned tertiary institution dedicated to shaping the future through excellence, research, innovation and meaningful societal impact, invites applications from accomplished and suitably qualified professionals for the position of Manager: Electrical and Mechanical (Plant) in the Department of Facilities Management.

Job Summary
Employer: University of Botswana
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Gaborone, Botswana
Category: Engineering
Salary: competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience
Closing Date: 2026-09-24

Key Responsibilities
i. Develop, implement and manage planned preventive maintenance (PPM) programmes for all electrical and mechanical plant systems;
ii. Oversee emergency and reactive maintenance of electrical and mechanical faults, ensuring compliance with response time standards;
iii. Manage and maintain the University’s high-voltage electrical infrastructure, standby generators, distribution boards, and associated equipment;
iv. Oversee HVAC systems (chiller plants, AHUs, fan coil units, VRF systems, split units) across all campus buildings;
v. Manage the University’s solar energy systems, monitoring performance and ensuring optimal output;
vi. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation including the Electricity Act, Occupational Health and Safety regulations, and environmental standards;
vii. Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of technicians and artisans in the electrical and mechanical section;
viii. Manage external service providers and maintenance contractors, monitoring SLA compliance;
ix. Develop and manage the unit budget, control expenditure and provide financial reports;
x. Maintain an accurate asset register for all electrical and mechanical plant equipment;
xi. Contribute to strategic planning and the development of departmental policies and procedures;
xii. Develop and implement electrical and mechanical plans in line with the departmental strategy;
xiii. Manage the unit’s operational performance against established goals and objectives identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective action as needed;
xiv. Contribute to the development of University and departmental strategies, policies, plans and procedures, and lead implementation at a unit level;
xv. Establish and maintain partnerships with relevant internal and external stakeholders to enable effective delivery of the departmental mandate, as necessary;
xvi. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to support continuous improvement to employees under supervision;
xvii. Undertake any other duties as directed by the supervisor in line with the role.

Requirements
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering is required;
Registration or eligibility for registration with a recognised professional engineering body (e.g., Engineers Registration Board of Botswana) is required;
A postgraduate qualification in Engineering, Facilities Management, or Business Management will be an added advantage;
A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in electrical and/or mechanical plant maintenance and management;
At least four (4) years must have been at a supervisory or management level in a large, multi-site organisation;
Proven experience managing HVAC systems (chillers, AHUs, VRF), standby generators, high-voltage distribution, and solar systems;
Experience in managing outsourced maintenance contractors and service-level agreements;
Proficiency in computerised maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Salary
Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience

How to Apply
To apply, please visit: ub.bw
Vacancy Circular No: IRC 3525