Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)
Main purpose of job:
They will be expected to conduct themselves professionally
and uphold the highest standards of electrical and mechanical
safety in all aspects of their work. This role is critical in maintaining
the operational reliability and safety of electrical and generator systems
throughout the estate.
The post holder will ensure the safe and effective execution
of:
- Planned
Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
- Reactive
maintenance
- Fault
finding and diagnostics
- Design,
construction, inspection, and testing of Low Voltage
(LV) electrical & generator equipment and installations
They will be expected to conduct themselves professionally
and uphold the highest standards of electrical and mechanical
safety in all aspects of their work. This role is critical in maintaining
the operational reliability and safety of electrical and generator systems
throughout the estate.
Roles and responsibilities
Electrician Duties (70%)
- Carry
out planned maintenance activities, projects, refurbishments and react to
electrical breakdowns or faults in a timely, professional & customer
focused manner.
- Execute
repairs and works safely and in accordance with the quality standards of
the FCDO, industry best practice, British standards and Kenyan electrical
regulations & requirements where applicable to LV domestic / housing
electrical works and light industrial / commercial plant and equipment.
- Safely
perform electrical testing and produce electrical installation condition
reports or electrical installation certificates as required and on
completion of works.
- Actively
contribute to safe working practices and ensure all work is undertaken
safely by self and others
- Identify
materials required and create work package(s) for refurbishment,
improvement, renewal and re-wire to ensure the electrical installation
meets the electrical compliance standards of the FCO, the current edition
of BS7671, Kenyan electrical regulations & requirements where
applicable and any other relevant standard(s).
- Produce
comprehensive bills of materials and estimates of costs for high quality
electrical components, labor and materials.
- Demonstrate
continuous improvement in all areas of work to achieve best value for
money, safety compliance and standards of building
Generator (Electrical & Mechanical) Technician Duties – 30%
- Duties
around Generator (Electrical & Mechanical) will predominately be
required during periods of leave by the lead Generator Technician and
during periods of peak work demand by the generator technician.
- Typically,
duties may include Routine electrical maintenance low voltage (LV),
electrical design for small projects, electrical construction, test &
inspection, undertaking full building re-wires, fault finding, Consumer
Board & Distribution Board replacement, repairs to installations,
installation of circuit accessories, Industrial Control panel repairs /
modification, repairs and replacement to wiring in commercial buildings
and special locations (swimming pools etc.) Working at height and outside
work may be required on occasion including on high-risk plant (e.g.
Sewerage Plant), Run load bank tests on diesel generators, change filters
and perform standard service on units.
- Support
electrical projects, repairs and renewals / Re-wire, adjust and install
control panels and voltage regulators, producing technical reports,
accurate time frames for completion of works, outlining all resources
required, start date, end date, project milestones and dependencies.
- Diagnose
and repair any issues found during initial testing, perform voltage
changes on generators based on requirements adjusting speed controls and
various settings as deemed necessary
- Share
knowledge with colleagues in electrical methods including design,
installation, inspection & test.
- Demonstrate
thorough knowledge on Automation of generators and control systems,
including ATS and other electrical control systems.
- Liaise
with technical & non-technical colleagues to provide updates on works
progress in a suitable language that is understood by all parties.
Resources managed:
- On
occasion the job holder may be required to supervise contractors
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
- Certificate
in electrical installation from a recognized government institution
- Knowledge
and experience in low voltage electrical installation inspection and
testing.
- Can
demonstrate at least 4 years of hands-on Generator and LV Electrical work
experience with ability to diagnose and repair mechanical issues on diesel
gensets
- Can
Demonstrate In-depth understanding of diesel engine and/or generator
technology
- Proficient
with estimating time required to complete tasks
- IT /
Computer literate; familiar with Microsoft word, spread sheet and Outlook
- Holder
of valid driver’s license with at least 3 years clean driving record and
be a safe competent driver (accident free for three years. A driver’s test
will be conducted before offer of employment.
- Exceptional
communication skills, attention to detail and initiative, as well as good
customer service skills
- A
flexible approach and good team working skill
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills
- Must
have knowledge of hand and power tools.
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
- Be
familiar with the required Health & Safety standards governing the
electrician role
- Knowledge
to read and understand blueprints
- Apprentice
trained Electrician and Generator electrical mechanic
- HV
experience
- LV
Inspection & Test
- Able
to multi-Skill. The applicant should list any other technical skills and
experience they have in Mechanical, Welding etc.