Electrical Maintanance Engineer

Description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Reports to: Operations Manager / Factory Manager

Department: Factory   

Section/Unit: Maintenance   

Direct Reports: Maintenance Officer and Maintenance Assistant   

Location: Uganda   

Job Summary   

To ensure the smooth, safe, and efficient operation of all mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and utility systems within the factory by executing comprehensive maintenance strategies, troubleshooting issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives aligned with operational and compliance standards.   

Key Responsibilities   

Key Responsibility Key Outcomes

Equipment Installation and Commissioning

• Coordinate the installation and commissioning of new machines and equipment in line with technical specifications and safety regulations. 

• Evaluate equipment layouts and recommend design improvements for optimized performance and space utilization.

• Conduct acceptance testing and validation of newly installed equipment before handing over to production teams.

• Prepare installation documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for future reference. 

Preventive and Predictive Maintenance

• Develop and implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance schedule for all factory machinery, electrical systems, and utilities. 

• Use predictive tools such as vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis to identify potential faults before breakdown.

• Maintain and update maintenance checklists and logs for each equipment.

• Conduct periodic audits on adherence to maintenance schedules and recommend corrective actions. 

Breakdown Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and troubleshoot issues to minimize production downtime. 

• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) on major breakdowns and prepare detailed incident reports.

• Collaborate with production and quality teams to reduce the recurrence of technical issues.

• Lead urgent repair teams and ensure proper documentation of work done. 

Performance Monitoring and Technical Improvements

• Monitor equipment efficiency using key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), MTTR, and MTBF. 

• Recommend and implement upgrades to improve energy efficiency, reliability, and production throughput.

• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and advise management on potential machinery investments.

• Initiate engineering improvement projects that enhance productivity or safety. 

Spare Parts and Inventory Management

• Maintain an accurate inventory of spare parts, tools, and consumables necessary for maintenance operations. 

• Assess usage trends and lead time to determine optimal reorder points and stock levels.

• Initiate procurement requests for critical parts and ensure quality specifications are met.

• Conduct monthly stocktakes of engineering stores and reconcile variances. 

Documentation and Reporting

• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) or manual logs. 

• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly maintenance reports highlighting equipment performance, reliability trends, and action plans.

• Maintain updated machine history files, including service records, upgrade logs, and compliance certificates.

• Develop and review SOPs, risk assessments, and work instructions related to maintenance activities. 

Supervision and Capacity Building

• Supervise daily activities of maintenance technicians and contractors, ensuring quality of work and adherence to safety protocols. 

• Conduct regular team meetings to review maintenance performance and discuss improvement opportunities.

• Organize and facilitate on-the-job training and mentoring to upskill technical staff.

• Assess team competencies and recommend external training or certification programs. 

Contractor and Vendor Management

• Evaluate and engage qualified contractors for specialized maintenance tasks or projects. 

• Supervise contractor work on-site and ensure compliance with job specifications and SHEQ standards.

• Review contractor performance and provide feedback to the procurement team for future engagements.

• Ensure proper handover and inspection of completed third-party maintenance jobs. 

Compliance and Operational Standards

• Ensure all maintenance activities align with Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) policies and legal requirements. 

• Support ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) objectives by promoting responsible energy use, waste management, and ethical maintenance practices.

• Participate actively in Kaizen and continuous improvement projects to enhance maintenance reliability and factory efficiency.

• Enforce EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) protocols in all maintenance tasks, including use of PPE, LOTO procedures, and hazard identification.

• Promote a culture of proactive compliance by regularly inspecting the maintenance workshop and surrounding areas for safety risks or non-conformances. 

Other Duties

• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience   

Education   

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.   

Experience   

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in industrial maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.   

Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment is highly desirable.   

Skills & Abilities   

Strong technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and utility systems.   

Analytical thinking with the ability to solve complex problems under pressure.   

Excellent team leadership, coaching, and communication skills.   

Strong organizational and planning abilities.   

Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.   

Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, using diagnostic tools, and managing CMMS systems.   

Key Working Relationships   

Internal: Factory Operations, Production, SHEQ, Procurement, Warehouse, Quality Control, HR.   

External: Equipment suppliers, maintenance contractors, utility service providers, regulatory agencies.   

Extent of Authority   

Within scope.

How to Apply:

All applications will be received and reviewed through the BrighterMonday Portal by clicking on the 'Apply Here' section