Electrical Technician, Engineering Job AKUH

Looking for a technical engineering job in Kenya? Aga Khan and support safe and reliable hospital engineering operations. The role is based in Nairobi and experience in electrical maintenance is required.

The incumbent will manage electrical supply and distribution, switchgear and control systems involving maintenance, technical inspection, acceptance testing/handover and third party service supervision, spares requirement assessment, pre-purchase technical appraisal and annual equipment replacement plan.

Key Responsibilities:

Regular Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for electrical systems and equipment throughout the hospital as assigned including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance;
• Document all electrical activities and test results according to department policy;
• Promptly respond to system/equipment Breakdown Maintenance (BDM) request from user Departments as per policy;
• Timely complete Preventive Maintenance (PPM) for electrical system/equipment
• Liaison with user Departments for maintenance activities and report to supervisor on issues arising.

Periodic Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinate and/or participate in requests for special projects, such as new systems/equipment acquisition purchase planning, development of bid specifications, etc.
• Develop with electrical supervisor Preventative Maintenance schedules and guidelines;
•  Develop systems/equipment safety and device-specific in-service education to other technicians     and  equipment users as necessary
• Perform incident investigation and system/equipment performance analysis as required.
• Develop or review emergency and safety plans related to use and operation of electrical system/equipment.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical engineering (power option) or  equivalent qualifications
• Computer knowledge will be an added advantage.
•  Competent in technical operation and maintenance of HV/LV distribution, switchgear, aptitude in instrumentation and controls, Diesel generators, steam boilers, laundry, kitchen equipment
•  Excellent communication with interpersonal skills, high integrity, reliable, very good analytical and organizational skills.
•  Ability to overcome performance barriers.
• Willingness to learn & teach  

How to Apply

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