The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for managing the electrical department to create and implement the best electrical maintenance vision, strategy, and procedure to improve plant operational performance at the Mkuranga Plant.
Knauf Gypsum Tanzania is part of the global Knauf Group, a leading manufacturer of construction materials operating across 90 countries, providing significant opportunity for growth and development.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensuring the effective operation of the electrical system, including medium & low voltage switchgears, generators, transformers, motors, burners, inverters, PLC, instrumentation, and automation control systems, adhering to standard safety instructions.
- Developing a planned electrical preventive maintenance (PPM) schedule, ensuring full preventive maintenance is carried out, and leading the team to act effectively to minimize overall plant downtime and maintain machinery in proper conditions, saving overall power consumption.
- Conducting regular inspections, testing, and maintenance of electrical equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Troubleshooting and resolving electrical issues in a timely manner to minimize downtime.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers and production teams, to implement innovative solutions.
- Participating in the planning and execution of new installations and upgrades to existing systems.
- Managing and following up on electrical spare parts stock required to prevent any plant shutdown due to lack of stock resources using the SAP system.
- Maintaining the manufacturing process according to Knauf standards.
- Complying with company safety guidelines and procedures.
- Preparing monthly reports, highlighting achievements, challenges, and proposed solutions.
- Conducting regular training sessions for the team to ensure good performance.
What Knauf Provides
- A competitive salary
- Health insurance cover
- A year-end performance benefit.
Knauf strongly encourages women to apply to enhance the diversity and inclusivity of the team.