Electrical & Maintenance Technician at Simba Group

Job Summary

• The Electrical & Maintenance Technician will be responsible for carrying out electrical installations, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repair of factory machines and equipment to ensure smooth production operations.
• The ideal candidate must have strong technical knowledge of industrial electrical systems, machine maintenance, and fault diagnosis.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on factory machines and equipment.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults and resolve them promptly.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical wiring, panels, motors, and control systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize machine downtime.
• Monitor machine performance and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Respond quickly to machine breakdowns and production emergencies.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety standards and company policies.
• Maintain records of repairs, maintenance schedules, and spare parts usage.
• Support installation and setup of new machines and equipment.
• Ensure tools and maintenance equipment are properly handled and stored.
• Liaise with production teams to ensure operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Minimum of OND, Technical Certificate, Trade Test, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years relevant experience in factory machine maintenance and electrical work.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems and machine repair.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and technical manuals.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and preventive maintenance practices.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Knowledge of PLC systems and industrial automation is an added advantage.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Working Conditions:

• Factory/production environment.
• May require shift work or overtime during machine breakdowns or urgent production schedules.