Job overview

Alaf Limited is seeking a qualified and experienced Electrical Engineer to join its team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and reliability of electrical and automation systems within the plant.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC systems and related instrumentation equipment, including:
• Temperature sensors
• Limit switches
• Proximity sensors
• Flow switches
• Flow monitors
• Pressure switches
• Perform parameterization and maintenance of Frequency Drive Systems.
• Interpret electrical drawings to support effective troubleshooting of electrical control systems.
• Inspect and verify proper installation of electrical equipment, including testing of:
• Continuity
• Polarity
• Insulation
• Earthing systems
• Correct any abnormalities identified during inspection and testing.
• Lead and coordinate shift activities to ensure plant operations are maintained and plant capacity is fully utilized.
• Ensure smooth production operations and respond promptly to equipment breakdowns.
• Conduct planned equipment inspections using checklists and report any abnormalities identified.
• Prepare monthly technical reports for all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities and equipment breakdowns.
• Prepare Root Cause Analysis (RCA) reports for equipment breakdowns lasting more than one hour to determine the root cause.
• Ensure safety compliance by conducting daily toolbox meetings before commencing any job.
• Record all shift duties in the shift logbook and submit reports in a timely manner using Excel.
• Support maintenance management strategies related to:
• Spare parts
• Planned maintenance tasks
• Planned outages
• Plant reliability improvement
• Identify and manage inventory levels of critical spare parts.
• Work closely with the Supply Chain Department to ensure the availability and durability of required parts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering.
• A Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering will be an added advantage.
• Registration with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB) as a Graduate Engineer.
• Professional Engineer registration will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant working experience.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in English.

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC systems and related instrumentation equipment, including: Temperature sensors, Limit switches, Proximity sensors, Flow switches, Flow monitors, Pressure switches
• Perform parameterization and maintenance of Frequency Drive Systems.
• Interpret electrical drawings to support effective troubleshooting of electrical control systems.
• Inspect and verify proper installation of electrical equipment, including testing of: Continuity, Polarity, Insulation, Earthing systems
• Correct any abnormalities identified during inspection and testing.
• Lead and coordinate shift activities to ensure plant operations are maintained and plant capacity is fully utilized.
• Ensure smooth production operations and respond promptly to equipment breakdowns.
• Conduct planned equipment inspections using checklists and report any abnormalities identified.
• Prepare monthly technical reports for all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities and equipment breakdowns.
• Prepare Root Cause Analysis (RCA) reports for equipment breakdowns lasting more than one hour to determine the root cause.
• Ensure safety compliance by conducting daily toolbox meetings before commencing any job.
• Record all shift duties in the shift logbook and submit reports in a timely manner using Excel.
• Support maintenance management strategies related to: Spare parts, Planned maintenance tasks, Planned outages, Plant reliability improvement
• Identify and manage inventory levels of critical spare parts.
• Work closely with the Supply Chain Department to ensure the availability and durability of required parts.

• Troubleshooting PLC systems
• Maintenance of PLC systems
• Maintenance of instrumentation equipment (Temperature sensors, Limit switches, Proximity sensors, Flow switches, Flow monitors, Pressure switches)
• Parameterization of Frequency Drive Systems
• Maintenance of Frequency Drive Systems
• Interpreting electrical drawings
• Electrical equipment inspection
• Electrical equipment testing (Continuity, Polarity, Insulation, Earthing systems)
• Leadership and coordination of shift activities
• Responding to equipment breakdowns
• Planned equipment inspections
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Safety compliance
• Record keeping (shift logbook, Excel reports)
• Spare parts management
• Planned maintenance
• Plant reliability improvement
• Inventory management
• Communication skills (written and spoken English)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering.
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (added advantage).
• Registration with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB) as a Graduate Engineer.
• Professional Engineer registration (added advantage).
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in English.