Electrical Artisan
About the role
The Key Purpose of this role is to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electrical equipment and systems through the execution of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities. The role is responsible for minimizing equipment downtime, improving plant reliability, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with electrical safety and operational standards. What you will do: Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on plant and utilities equipment. Troubleshoot electrical faults and apply structured root cause analysis to restore equipment availability. Diagnose and repair faults on motors, MCCs, control panels, VSDs/VFDs, sensors, instrumentation, PLC controlled systems, generators, transformers, and other electrical equipment. Execute electrical installations, modifications, testing, commissioning, and equipment upgrades. Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, control schematics, and technical manuals. Support troubleshooting of automation and control systems, including PLCs, VSDs, sensors, actuators, and industrial control circuits. Participate in equipment improvement projects and reliability initiatives. Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, energy efficiency, and system reliability. Contribute to continuous improvement and asset optimization activities. Ensure all electrical work is performed in accordance with electrical safety standards, LOTOTO procedures, PPE requirements, and company policies. Conduct inspections to identify electrical hazards, defects, and improvement opportunities. Maintain high housekeeping and 5S standards within electrical work areas. Promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence. Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, equipment history, and technical documentation. Utilize computerized maintenance management systems and digital tools for planning, reporting, and maintenance tracking. Collaborate with mechanical, instrumentation, automation, utilities, and production teams to resolve technical issues. Provide technical support during breakdowns, shutdowns, commissioning, and start up activities. Support spare parts identification and ensure the availability and proper management of critical electrical components. Location: Dar es Salaam. How to apply: Apply via: https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en US/recruiting/abinbev/GHQ/job/TANZANIA DSM HQ/Electrical Artisan_30104591
Key requirements
- Ordinary Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Electronics Engineering from a recognized institute
- Experience in industrial electrical maintenance within a brewery, FMCG, manufacturing, utilities, or other process industry environment will be advantageous.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting and fault finding skills.
- Good understanding of industrial electrical systems and motor control.
- Knowledge of PLCs, VFD/VSDs, instrumentation, sensors, and control systems.
- Strong analytical and problem solving ability.
- Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to breakdown situations.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
- Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance systems.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and implement improvement opportunities.