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Assistant Technician

Assistant Technician

Kenya Medical Supplies AuthorityNairobi, Kenya
30+ days ago
Job description

Job title : Assistant Technician

Job Location : Nairobi Deadline : April 10, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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REF. KEMSA / HRA / ASST. TECH / ADM / 1 / 2025)

PURPOSE STATEMENT :

  • Working under the supervision of the Electrician, the Assistant Technician will be expected to safely perform electrical installations, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, fault finding and trouble-shooting, design, construction and inspection & test to Low Voltage (LV) equipment & installations across the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority in and around Nairobi and on occasion other KEMSA Depots across Kenya

    • PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES :

  • Support in carrying out planned maintenance activities, projects, refurbishments and react to electrical breakdowns or faults in a timely, professional & customer focused manner.
  • Support the execution of repairs and works safely and in accordance with the quality standards of the FCO, industry best practice, British standards and
  • Kenyan electrical regulations & requirements where applicable to LV domestic / housing electrical works and light industrial / commercial plant and equipment.
  • Assist the Electrician take ownership of electrical projects, repairs and producing technical reports within accurate time frames for completion of works.
  • Support in safely performing electrical testing and produce electrical installation condition reports or electrical installation certificates as required and on completion of works.
  • Support and encourage colleagues in electrical methods including design, installation, inspection, testing and interpretation of drawings.
  • Liaise with technical & non-technical colleagues to provide updates on works progress in a suitable language that is understood by all parties.
  • Actively contribute to safe working practices and ensure all work is undertaken safely by self and others.
  • Support in identification of materials required and create work package(s) for refurbishment, improvement, renewal and re-wire to ensure the electrical installation meets the electrical compliance standards of the FCO, the current edition of BS7671, Kenyan electrical regulations & requirements where applicable and any other relevant standard(s).
  • Assist to produce comprehensive bills of materials and estimates of costs for high quality electrical components, labor and materials.
  • Demonstrate continuous improvement in all areas of work to achieve best value for money, safety compliance and standards of build.
  • Assist the Electrician in carrying out the following duties : Routine electrical maintenance (LV), electrical design for small projects, electrical construction, test & inspection, undertaking full building re-wires, fault finding, consumer board & distribution board replacement, repairs to installations, installation of circuit accessories, industrial control panel repairs / modification, repairs and replacement to wiring in commercial buildings and special locations (swimming pools etc.) Working at height and outside work may be required on occasion including on high risk plant

    • Qualifications, Skills and Experience :

  • Craft Certificate in Electrical Engineering / Installation Grade 1 from a recognized institution
  • One (1) year of experience in electrical installation and maintenance work.
  • Possess a KPLC Wiring Certificate
  • Knowledge and experience in low voltage electrical installation inspection and testing.
  • Must have knowledge of hand and power tools
  • Be familiar with the required Health & Safety standards governing the electrician role
  • Knowledge to read and understand blueprints
  • Knowledge in developing Bills of Quantities for Electrical works

    • Desired attributes :

  • Must demonstrate high integrity and ethical practice
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must demonstrate ability to execute work assigned with minimum supervision
  • Must be a team player who is able to work cordially in teams
  • Must demonstrate the ability to multitask.
  • Should have ability to solve problems by applying relevant knowledge
  • Must be a flexible person, who is willing to learn and able to work flexible hours to achieve goals
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