Electrical Technician
Dangote Industries Limited
Remote
It operates as a subsidiary of Dangote Industries Limited. The company is a major supplier of refined sugar to both consumer and industrial markets in Nigeria, with products fortified with Vitamin A for direct consumption and non-fortified sugar for industrial applications such as pharmaceuticals, food, and beverage manufacturing.
Today, Dangote Sugar is a leading brand that has made a remarkable impact on the Nigerian sugar sector. Our sugar refining facility at Apapa is the largest in Sub-Saharan Africa, with 1.44MT per annum installed capacity. Electrical Technician
Job Summary:
Maintain, inspect, and repair packaging machines and conveyor systems in the packaging plant to ensure optimal performance, operational efficiency, and minimal equipment downtime.
Job Responsibilities:
- Carry out repairs and maintenance of electrical systems, equipment, and components, including wiring, fixtures, and appliances.
- Troubleshoot electrical faults, identify root causes, and implement appropriate corrective actions to restore equipment functionality.
- Perform routine inspections, cleaning, and preventive maintenance of electrical and instrumentation equipment, particularly packaging machinery, to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Monitor and oversee utility equipment to ensure proper functioning and minimise production disruptions.
- Maintain accurate records of electrical maintenance activities, including maintenance logs, inspection reports, and service records.
- Report equipment malfunctions and electrical faults to supervisors promptly for timely resolution.
- Respond to emergency calls and maintenance requests to resolve electrical issues and minimise operational downtime.
- Collaborate with supervisors and team members to coordinate maintenance activities and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
- Comply with established safety procedures, regulations, and applicable occupational health and safety standards when performing electrical maintenance activities.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned by the line manager.
- Minimum of SSCE, Technical certificate or ND in Engineering/Science field.
- At least eight (8) years of relevant experience.
- Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, with the ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and proficiency in using tools and technologies for electrical repairs and maintenance.
- Drive, determination, and a results-oriented mindset in achieving assigned objectives.
- Physically fit and capable of performing the physical demands of the role safely and effectively.