Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) Career Opportunities for Officer Grade

Introduction

Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) is one of Pakistan’s leading power distribution companies, responsible for providing electricity to millions of consumers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. As a government-owned entity, PESCO frequently offers employment opportunities for skilled professionals seeking officer-grade positions. These roles provide a stable career with attractive benefits and professional growth prospects.

This article outlines the available officer-grade positions, eligibility criteria, application process, and benefits associated with working at PESCO.

Officer-Grade Career Opportunities at PESCO

PESCO periodically announces vacancies for officer-grade positions in various departments. These roles typically include:

• Electrical Engineers
• Finance Officers
• HR & Admin Officers
• IT Professionals
• Legal Advisors
• Audit Officers
• Technical Officers
• Commercial & Customer Services Officers

These positions cater to professionals with diverse backgrounds, ensuring a dynamic work environment within the organization.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for officer-grade positions at PESCO, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant fields such as Electrical Engineering, Finance, HR, IT, or Law from a recognized university.
• Some roles may require additional certifications such as CA, ACCA, MBA, or professional engineering licenses.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum experience of 2 to 5 years in the relevant field, depending on the position.
• Fresh graduates may also be considered for entry-level officer positions.

Age Limit:

• Typically, candidates between 21 and 33 years old are eligible.
• Age relaxation may be applicable as per government policies.

Application Process

Step 1: Check Official Announcements

PESCO announces job openings through official channels such as its website, newspapers, and the National Testing Service (NTS) portal.

Step 2: Submit Online Application

Candidates must apply through the official NTS website (https://portal.nts.org.pk) by filling out the online application form and attaching required documents.

Step 3: Pay Application Fee

Applicants need to deposit the prescribed test fee in designated bank branches.

Step 4: Appear for the Test

Eligible candidates will be required to take a written test conducted by NTS. The test assesses technical knowledge, analytical skills, and general aptitude.

Step 5: Interview and Selection

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. Final selection will be based on test scores, interview performance, and overall suitability for the role.

Benefits of Working at PESCO

Working at PESCO offers numerous advantages, including:

• Competitive Salary Packages – Market-based salaries with annual increments.
• Health & Medical Insurance – Comprehensive healthcare benefits for employees and their families.
• Retirement Benefits – Pension and gratuity schemes for long-term financial security.
• Professional Development – Training programs and career advancement opportunities.
• Job Stability – Secure government employment with long-term career prospects.

Conclusion

PESCO offers excellent career opportunities for professionals looking to work in the energy sector. With a transparent recruitment process and attractive benefits, it remains a desirable employer for many aspiring candidates. Interested individuals should regularly check official announcements and apply timely to secure their position in PESCO’s officer-grade roles.

For the latest job openings and official notifications, visit PESCO Official Website or NTS Portal.

PESHAWAR ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

PESCO is a public sector utility company under the Ministry of Energy (Power Division) which provides Electricity to its valuable customers under its operational jurisdiction, Company is inviting applications for recruitment of suitable candidates to fill the following positions purely on contract basis on lump sum pay basis extendable subject to satisfactory performance.

S. No	Designation	Required Qualification and Experience	Total No. of posts	Quota’s	Age limit
1	SDO / Jr. Engineers	BSc. Electrical/Electronics Engineering (Preferably in Power Engineering) in 1st Division or equivalent degree from HEC recognized university and with Pakistan Engineering Council Registration Certificate.	67	Open Merit                            5 Punjab                                    29 Punjab (Women)                   3 Punjab Minority                    2 Sindh Rural                            7 Sindh Rural Women             1 Sindh Urban                          4 Sindh Urban Women            1 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa          7 KPK Women                          1 Baluchistan                           3 FATA                                      2 Gilgit Baltistan                      1 AJK                                         1	21 to 33 years
2	Asstt: Manager (Safety)	BS Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with 03 years experience of HSE in a similar role, in a Power utility organization.   Certifications: Lead Auditor ISO 45001 or NEBOSH/IOSH certification or other recognized certification of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) shall be preferred.	7	Open Merit                            1 Punjab                                    3 Sindh Rural                            1 Sindh Urban                          1 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa          1	21 to 33 years
3	Assistant Manager (Admn/HR)	MBA/MPA/MA(HRM)/M.Com/M.Sc(Computer Science) or equivalent / M.Sc or Master Degree in Economics, English, Statistics and Mathematics with minimum two 1st Divisions in academic career or BA/B.Sc (2nd Division) with 5 years experience of office work    (Only for PESCO employees). Capable of operating computer with special emphasis on Windows and MS Office.	1	Open                                      1	21 to 33 years
4	Assistant Manager (Material Management)	M.Sc Physics, MA (Statistics), MA (Mathematics), MA (Economics), M.Com, MBA, M.Sc (Computer Science), B.Sc (Engineering) from HEC recognized institutes	7	Open Merit                            1 Punjab                                    3 Sindh Rural                            1 Sindh Urban                          1 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa          1	21 to 33 years
5	Assistant Manager (Accounts)	CA(Inter)/CMA(Inter)/ACCA(Member) or   M.Com/MBA(Finance)/B.Com(Hons) 4 years course/BBA Finance (Hons) 4 years course with 02 years post qualification experience in BPS-16 or equivalent thereof in Audit & Accounts of Government Department/Semi Government Organizations/Autonomous Bodies or large scale Commercial Organization or large Public Limited Cos of repute. Computer Literacy is mandatory.	4	Punjab                                    2 Sindh Rural                            1 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa          1	21 to 33 years
6	Revenue Officer	M.Sc Physics, MA (Statistics), MA (Mathematics), M.Com, MBA, M.Sc (Computer Science), B.Sc (Engineering), B.Tech (Honours) from HEC recognized institutes	11	Open Merit                            1 Punjab                                    5 Punjab Women                     1 Sindh Rural                            1 Sindh Urban                          1 KPK                                        1 Baluchistan                           1	21 to 33 years
7	Asstt: Manager (PSA/CO)	Master Degree or equivalent (with at least 60% marks) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Software Engineering or a related field from HEC recognized University / Institute (candidate having four years Bachelor Degree in Computer related field are also eligible) Technical Qualification Must obtain at 60% marks in the professional test consisting of: i.   Computer aptitude ii.  Job specific technical knowledge   (Computer Languages) iii.  English / General Knowledge	3	Punjab                                    1 Sindh Rural                            1 KPK                                        1	21 to 33 years
8	Asstt: Manager (Environment)	B.E Environment/ B.Sc. (Environmental Engineering), M.Sc. Environmental Sciences, M.Sc. Environmental Engineering, MBA (Specialization in Environmental Management & Policy) M.Sc. Sociology from HEC recognized University / Institute Experience: At least 2-years experience in Environmental Studies	1	Open Merit                            1	21 to 33 years

Terms and Conditions

1. The service is purely on contract on lump sum pay package basis with no regularization in future.
2. General Age relaxation has already been included in age mentioned above. No further age relaxation is allowed in the prescribed age limit except candidates belonging to scheduled castes and Buddhists are allowed 3 years relaxation and the Government servants who have completed two years continuous Govt. service on the closing date shall be allowed 10 years relaxation in upper age limit.
3. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test / interview.
4. Only qualified and eligible candidates will be allowed to appear in Written Test and / or Interview.
5. Candidates if selected will be required to perform duty anywhere in KPK under the jurisdiction of PESCO as per requirement of the Company.
6. Incomplete application / applications containing incomplete information / those submitted after the due date of the publication of this advertisement or submitted by hand will not be processed/ entertained and will be rejected.
7. Original documents must be presented by the candidate at the time of interview.
8. Candidate may visit NTS website or contact NTS Call Center on Telephone Nos. 051-844-444-1 for further information or any query.
9. All applications must be directly submitted to the National Testing Services (NTS) on online application portal. Applications submitted by hand or through post to PESCO will not be entertained / processed.
10. Serving candidates are advised to apply through proper channel.
11. PESCO reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage
12. No TA/DA will be paid for test / interview
13. Dismissed / screened out employees of any organization or having criminal record are not eligible for employment in PESCO.
14. Concealment or mis-representation of facts at any stage will lead to disqualification of a candidate.
15. Any litigation pertaining to recruitment tests conducted by the NTS will be dealt by them at their own cast without any liability whatsoever on PESCO.
16. The PESCO Upper Technical Subordinates Staff possessing B.Sc (Electrical /Electronics) Engineering degree are advised to apply & appear in the written test for the category of SDO/Junior Engineers for consideration against the 1 x No. vacant post reserved under 5% Induction Quota of Graduate Engineer (UTS).

How to Apply

1. Candidate shall submit online application available on NTS website: www.nts.org.pk within 15 days of publication of this advertisement.
2. Candidate is required to deposit the required fee of Rs. 425/- via 1Link Participating Banks/ATM/Internet Banking/Mobile Banking/Easy Paisa/Jazz Cash/TCS Express Counters. Only 1Bill Invoice payment will be accepted.
3. No application shall be entertained at PESCO HQ, therefore, applicants are advised to apply directly to NTS only through online portal. No application received by hand or through post will entertained.
4. Application improperly filled up, incomplete, after closing date, without proof of fee submission or submitted by hand will not be entertained / processed.
5. Roll No. Slip containing the information regarding test center, timings and test date shall be separately dispatched directly to candidates by NTS at least 1 week before the test. The candidate will also be informed through SMS.
6. Candidates can also download their Roll No. Slip from NTS Website.
7. Only those candidates who have completed their requisite degree are eligible to apply. Candidates to whom final result has not been issued or result awaited shall not be considered.

DIRECTOR GENERAL (HR)

PESCO-PESCO HQ, WAPDA HOUSE, SHAMI ROAD,

            PESHAWAR