Abdul Conteh

Electricity Distribution And Supply Authority, EDSA

11.2020 - Current

Responsible for day-to-day operation and management of EDSA, including general administration, policy development, planning, budgeting, engineering, and utility operations.
Coordinate project activities, such as design implementation, material cost and timing estimates, and reports for projects and development activities within the distribution network.
Evaluate and monitor various distribution projects, including the World Bank-funded ESURP-AF 33kV Network upgrade in Western Area and JICA projects.
Conduct root cause analysis, effective network planning, optimization, and custom-designed solutions.
Supervise GIS, data, and asset management.
Serve as the Authority liaison, providing support and advice in negotiation, document submission, and approvals.
Support and advise on the administration of distribution technical services contracts, projects, human resources, financial matters, quality control, and cost control.
Develop EDSA Standard Technical Specifications.

Fuji Electric Company

08.2017 - 08.2020

Engaged in clean energy product development and research, as well as the design and manufacturing of power distribution and transmission equipment.
Engaged in on-the-job training in electrical power system distribution, transmission, grid-integrated SCADA operation, protection, and renewable energy analysis

Electricity Distribution And Supply Authority

03.2015 - 08.2017

Supervised distribution network maintenance (0.415/11/33KV) and supported pre-construction and construction of high-voltage sub-transmission and low-voltage distribution lines.
Implemented preventive maintenance and supervised distribution network operations (0.415/11/33KV).
Managed electricity supply to customers on a 24/7 basis and coordinated operations between generation and network operation for effective plant scheduling.
Prepared all operational and maintenance reports for the distribution network department.
Coordinated with the transport section to ensure effective vehicle scheduling.
Managed loss reduction (Technical & Commercial).
Commissioned 33kV and 11kV underground and overhead sub-transmission lines, as well as pad-mounted and pole-mounted distribution transformers for substations.

PV and BESS Energy Integration

Designed solar power systems and other battery-based storage systems for off-grid-connected communities outside Freetown.
Coordinated a multi-disciplinary project team in developing utility-scale solar power plants to ensure clear communication between the organization, clients, and timely project implementation.
Liaised with installation teams to ensure procurement of materials for installations.
Participated in installing solar power systems for off-grid, stand-alone, hybrid, and grid-tie systems.

Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority, EDSA

03.2012 - 03.2016

Installed, commissioned, and performed routine maintenance on distribution transformers, low voltage panels, and switch gears for 161kV 33kV and11kV.
Worked with various skill levels and backgrounds on electrical equipment and cable installation projects for grid network upgrading and maintenance.
Developed human resources estimates based on scopes of work.
Supervised and maintained all protection and substation infrastructure.

Summary