On behalf of one of our clients, The Talent Firm is recruiting for the position of Electrical Maintenance Specialist. The client is a leading, multinational company in the food and beverage industry.

Responsibilities

• Identifies spare parts needed for planned maintenance based on information available on the part and machine documentation (e.g. parts lists, drawings)

• Accurately records all maintenance measurements (e.g. temperature, speeds, current, physical wear)

• Prepares and executes overhaul plan in his/her area, identifies risks, mitigates and escalates as necessary

• Drives OTIF execution of all maintenance work in his/her area

• Keeps overview of machine performance in his/ her area and initiates maintenance improvement actions to address losses (e.g. modification to equipment or PM plan)

• Is a technical all-rounder with a high level of ability in chronic complex failure identification and successful execution of repairs; takes on complex technological problems

• Improves maintenance plan by using engineering knowledge, machine condition, current performance, and equipment history

• Improves list of recommended spare parts by using machine knowledge, current performance, equipment history, and engineering knowledge

• Drives RCFA and BDA

• Standardizes maintenance practices and activities and gives feedback to planner

• Makes sure that all equipment is functioning properly and performs regular maintenance to ensure optimal performance

• Repairs or replaces damaged equipment or components, such as motors and bearings

• Coordinates with contractors to schedule repairs or replacements when necessary

• Manages maintenance processes by using process-related KPIs. Uses targets as a reference and measures performance

• Develops standards and work instructions to be used in the department and ensure stakeholders are clear about the scope of their engagement with equipment and machinery

• Implements TPM PM and APM improvement routes, tools, and methods in everyday department culture and influences people's behavior

• Implements maintenance strategy improvement projects set from outside or above

Work Location: Tulefa, 65 Km from Addis Ababa

Job Requirements

Education:

• BSc Degree and above in Electrical, Automation, Electromechanical Engineering or related fields of study

Experience: 

• 4-7 years in a manufacturing industry preferably in FMCG, out of which 3 years as PM technician or engineer or related role

Technical skills:

• Should have proven problem-solving skills, broad technical knowledge, attention to detail, and knowledge and ability to install, repair, and maintain a wide range of electrical and automation installations.

Soft skills: 

• Abel to communicate in English and Advanced level in MS Excel and the use of computer applications and ERP tools is required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can send their applications through jobs@thetalentfirm.com with the subject line ‘Electrical Maintenance Specialist’ no later than 31st December 2023