Electrical Engineer at Plantation Industries Limited

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot industrial electrical systems and production equipment.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, panels, switchgear, transformers and generators.
• Diagnose electrical faults and restore equipment safely and promptly.
• Maintain motor control centres, distribution boards and power-control systems.
• Support generator operations, synchronization and power distribution.
• Inspect cables, earthing systems, breakers, relays and electrical protection devices.
• Support variable frequency drives, soft starters and industrial motor controls.
• Participate in electrical installation and factory expansion projects.
• Ensure compliance with approved electrical standards, safety procedures and lockout/tagout requirements.
• Maintain accurate electrical drawings, maintenance records and equipment histories.
• Support energy-efficiency and power-quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the specification and procurement of electrical equipment and spare parts.

Preferred Technical Exposure

Experience in any of the following will be an advantage:

• Industrial power distribution
• Diesel or gas generator systems
• Motor control centres
• Variable frequency drives
• Transformers and switchgear
• Electrical protection systems
• Power-factor correction
• Industrial control panels
• Factory electrical installations

Applicants should possess:

• B.Eng., B.Sc. or HND in the relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification experience.
• Practical experience in an industrial, manufacturing, food-processing or FMCG environment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, manuals and equipment documentation.
• Good knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance practices.
• Sound understanding of workplace safety and engineering controls.
• Ability to prepare clear reports and maintain accurate technical records.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends or during planned shutdowns where required.

Professional registration with COREN or membership of a recognised engineering body will be an advantage.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidates should demonstrate:

• Integrity and professional discipline
• Strong safety awareness
• Attention to detail
• Reliability and accountability
• Analytical thinking
• Teamwork
• Initiative
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Commitment to continuous improvement