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Job Title:   Plant Maintenance Electrician (2 Diploma Jobs)

Organisation: Mukwano Industries Uganda Limited

Duty Station:  Kampala and Namanve, Uganda

About the Company:

The Mukwano Group of Companies is the leading manufacturer of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) in the Great Lakes region, producing a wide range of market leader brands in soaps, edible cooking oils and fats, detergents, beverages, personal care products and plastics.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

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.

Qualifications, Skills and 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.

How to Apply:

All candidate should apply online at the link below

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Deadline: 18th October 2024.

NB: 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.

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