ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN – MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY

JOB TITLE ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN – MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY

NATURE OF JOB FULL TIME

INDUSTRY MANUFACTURING

SALARY KSHS.35,000-45,000

JOB LOCATION RUIRU

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Electrical Maintenance & Repairs

• Carry out preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on all electrical equipment and production machine
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on motors, drives, control panels, sensors, relays, contactors, and associated equipment.
• Respond promptly to machine breakdowns and implement effective corrective actions to minimize production losses.
• Conduct routine inspections and testing of electrical systems to identify potential issues before failures occur.
• Repair and replace defective electrical components and wiring systems as required.

Automation & Control Systems

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation systems.
• Monitor and maintain Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), instrumentation, and process control systems.
• Assist in programming modifications and parameter adjustments under engineering guidance.
• Support commissioning and startup activities for new equipment and production lines.

Production Support

• Work closely with production teams to ensure uninterrupted plant operations.
• Identify recurring equipment faults and recommend long-term solutions to improve machine reliability.
• Support production changeovers and machine setup activities where electrical expertise is required.
• Participate in root cause analysis for equipment failures and production disruptions.

Installation and  Projects

• Install electrical systems, machinery, control panels, lighting systems, and power distribution equipment.
• Assist in plant expansion projects, equipment upgrades, and electrical improvement initiatives.
• Perform cable routing, termination, panel wiring, and equipment commissioning activities.
• Ensure all installations comply with electrical standards, regulations, and company requirements.

Safety, Compliance & Quality

• Adhere to all electrical safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements, and workplace safety regulations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant electrical codes and industry standards.
• Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and corrective action programs.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and ensure proper handling of electrical tools and equipment.
• Report unsafe conditions and recommend corrective measures.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, inspection reports, and breakdown reports.
• Update maintenance schedules and equipment history records.
• Monitor spare parts consumption and recommend replenishment requirements.
• Prepare technical reports on recurring faults, repairs completed, and equipment performance trends.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing equipment efficiency and reducing downtime.
• Recommend upgrades and modifications to improve plant reliability, safety, and energy efficiency.
• Support implementation of preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Assist in training machine operators on basic electrical fault identification and safes equipment operation

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Diploma or Higher Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics
• Engineering, Industrial Automation, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, steel, FMCG, packaging, or processing plant environment
• Experience working with PLCs, VFDs, motor control systems, and industrial automation equipment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical maintenance practices and industrial power systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting production machinery and automated systems.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements in manufacturing environments.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.