The position reports into the Electrical Supervisor, The Successful Candidate Will;
Key Result Areas
• Perform all maintenance tasks on electrical equipment and systems as per requirements and give correct feedback on the findings.
• Diagnose and repair malfunctioning electrical equipment and systems in minimal time.
• Install and test plant equipment and electrical systems in accordance to approved electrical standards and requirements.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for all equipment failures. Generate and implement correct action plans towards elimination of the problem.
• Monitor operation and condition of electrical equipment and systems. Identify and fix defects or report defects on time to the Electrical supervisor/ Officer or Engineer for appropriate actions.
• Operate and maintain electrical power equipment and switch gears e.g., Generators, Power Changeovers, Switch gears, Stabilizers, etc.
• Prepare and plan for assigned job execution. Arrange for materials/ spares, tools, and others necessary for job execution.
• Improve electrical equipment and systems through continuous innovations.
• Optimize usage of spares/ materials.
• Use and care for tools and testing equipment like Multi-meters, Screwdrivers etc.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards in work processes in order to have a safe and healthy working environment.
• Comply with all relevant safety rules and procedures at workplace during job execution.
• Log all jobs and relevant information in the Shift Log Book.
• Perform any other duties assigned to by the Electrical Supervisor/ Officer/ Engineer/ Manager.
Job Ref. No. MIUL/PME/05/24
Educational Qualifications & Experience
• Preferably Ordinary Diploma in Electrical Engineering or any related discipline.
• 3 years’ experience in Electrical from a manufacturing industrial set up.
Skills & Professional Attributes
• Excellent knowledge on VFDs, Basic PLCs, Electrical controls, Motors, Motor controls etc.
• Excellent knowledge on equipment maintenance and installations.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use common problem-solving tools like 5WHY etc.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, manuals and other electrical drawings.
• Ability to use test equipment and tools like insulation tester, Multimeter etc. for fault-finding.
• Possess good communication and customer service skills.
• Possess good interpersonal skills.
• Proactiveness.
• Excellent team player and ability to manage time efficiently.
• Knowledge on Electrical safety.
If finding & hiring great talent excites you, we would like to get into a conversation with you. Interested candidates should visit our website i.e. www.mukwano.com , go to the career page and upload the Cover letter stating the Job Ref No. in the subject line, CV and Academic Credentials. All attachments should be submitted as a single PDF document. Closing date of receiving applications is two weeks from the date of this advertisement i.e. from 04th May 2024 to 18th May 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be communicated with after the closing date. Any form of canvassing is strictly prohibited. All successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package and benefits.