Dwayne Cenac Takes Helm at DOMLEC, Aiming for Efficiency and Growth in Power Sector

DOMLEC 27th August, 2024

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The Board of Directors of Dominica Electricity Company Ltd. (DOMLEC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Dwayne Cenac as the company’s new General Manager. Mr. Cenac, an accomplished electrical engineer with extensive experience in the power systems sector, will assume his role on September 2nd, 2024.

The Board of Directors of DOMLEC is confident in Mr. Cenac’s abilities to lead the company. Chairperson of the Board, Ms. Francine Baron states that “Mr. Cenac assumes the role of Manager of DOMLEC at a challenging time for the company, as it plays its part in Dominica’s transition from fossil fuel generation to renewable energy, in particular geothermal energy. The Board is satisfied that Mr. Cenac is qualified and able to successfully manage that transition and lead the company to stability, profitability, and efficiency.”

Mr. Cenac who previously held a management role at another Eastern Caribbean power company brings to DOMLEC, his knowledge and understanding of the unique characteristics of island utilities, their challenges and opportunities for growth.

Born in Grenada, Mr. Cenac holds a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Universidad de Oriente, Santiago de Cuba and a post-graduate diploma from the University of Wales, in Business Management with a specialisation in Project Management.

As an electrical engineer he worked in various departments within GRENLEC (Grenada Electricity Company Ltd.) starting in Generation and since then, has held several management positions to include System Control Manager and Generation Manager.

His career there has been marked by significant accomplishments, including the expansion of a 33kV, 40MVA distribution substation, and the implementation of new protection schemes to improve reliability. He also revised system planning methodologies to better inform the budgetary process for major investments in Transmission, Distribution and Generation. During the past three years, in his capacity as Generation Manager, he placed much emphasis on human resource development as well as the sustainability of the department to meet growing demands in capacity. His leadership and management skills were pivotal in the roll-out of major capital maintenance and upgrade projects aimed at restoring efficiency and ensuring the reliability of GRENLECs generation assets.

As General Manager of DOMLEC, Mr. Cenac will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, overseeing the company’s day-to-day operations, and steering the planning and execution of infrastructure development projects aimed at improving DOMLEC’s efficiency and capacity. His financial acumen and leadership skills will be crucial in managing the company’s financial strategy and controls, as well as leading the team in achieving customer satisfaction and stakeholder management.

DOMLEC is currently in the process of installing a 4.8MW system at its Fond Cole plant, this will increase significantly its generating capacity and improve the reliability of service of the company to its many customers island-wide. With Mr. Cenac’s extensive experience in the sector, he is well-positioned to ensure the successful implementation of this project.

DOMLEC expresses its sincere appreciation to Ms. Ellise Darwton, Company Secretary and Legal Officer who has very efficiently managed DOMLEC as its Acting General Manager, since March this year, following the resignation of Mrs. Bertillia McKenzie.

DOMLEC welcomes Mr. Dwayne Cenac to the team and looks forward to a successful future under his leadership.