Electrician Vacancy – Fixed Term Contract (Ruiru Town)

Our Client, a leading avocado and avocado oil exporter based in Ruiru, is seeking to fill the following position on a Fixed Term Contract. Eleven Degrees Consulting Limited is a leading shared service company for Mini Group of Companies, dedicated to providing innovative solutions to our clients. We are committed to excellence and strive to deliver the highest quality products and services. Our team is a diverse group of talented professionals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to the company’s success.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Production & Maintenance Manager, the Electrician will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of machinery within a workshop environment. The role requires a thorough understanding of troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and calibrating equipment, appliances, and apparatus to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety and operational efficiency.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Install and configure instrumentation, wiring, outlets, and controls for plant equipment.

• Integrate new systems with existing infrastructure; interpret diagrams and perform initial testing.

• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance, calibration, and routine inspections on bakery machines.

• Monitor instrumentation/controls, troubleshoot PLC-linked devices, sensors, and final control elements.

• Maintain documentation of installation, maintenance, calibration, and incidents.

• Install and maintain safety/distribution components; conduct risk assessments.

• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and workshop staff; provide technical support and training.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Instrumentation, Industrial/Electronic Technology, or equivalent.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in instrumentation & control in an industrial/workshop setting.

• Basic knowledge of PLC and SCADA software.

• Familiarity with VFDs and ability to troubleshoot/repair failures (AB experience is an advantage).

• Solid electrical background with ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.

• Strong understanding of instrumentation, control, and industrial electrical systems.

Key Skills & Competence

• Knowledge of safety procedures and legal compliance requirements.

• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

• Good communication and teamwork; ability to train on preventive maintenance.

• Excellent physical condition; flexible to work past normal hours when necessary.

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their application letter and updated CV to the Head of Talent Management via careers@minigrp.com, quoting “Electrician” in the subject line, to be received within by COB 23rd September, 2025. Kindly indicate your current salary and salary expectations in your application.

NB:

• We do not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

• Internal candidates should apply through their respective Line Managers.

• Successful candidates will undergo background checks.