Senior Electrician
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Job Summary
Our client a mining company based in Chemase Nandi County is seeking an experienced and highly capable Senior Electrician to join their operations team in Chemase Nandi County Kenya. This is a critical role that sits at the heart of plant reliability and operational continuity. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation maintenance troubleshooting and repair of all electrical systems across the mine site spanning the processing plant workshops offices and employee housing.
This is a hands-on leadership role that demands deep technical expertise a strong safety mindset and the ability to work independently while guiding and developing a team of junior electricians. If you thrive in a fast-paced industrial environment and take pride in keeping critical systems running at their best we want to hear from you.
Electrical Maintenance & Operations
Maintain repair and install electrical systems across plant equipment including crushers conveyors pumps compressors generators and processing machinery
Maintain and troubleshoot site power distribution systems substations transformers switchgear Motor Control Centres (MCCs) and control panels
Diagnose and rectify electrical faults and breakdowns swiftly to minimise plant downtime
Develop implement and continuously improve preventative maintenance schedules
Ensure critical electrical spares are adequately stocked tracked and managed
Compliance & Safety
Ensure full compliance with OSHA EPRA and internal site HSE standards at all times
Liaise with Kenya Power (KPLC) on matters relating to power supply outages and regulatory compliance
Maintain accurate and up-to-date electrical drawings technical documentation and maintenance records
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Supervise mentor and allocate tasks to junior electricians and apprentices
Collaborate closely with mechanical plant and operations teams to support seamless day-to-day operations
Support new installations plant upgrades and site expansion projects
Participate in emergency call-outs and standby rotations as required.
Diploma or Trade Certificate in Electrical Engineering or Industrial Electrical Installation
Valid EPRA Electrical Practising Licence (mandatory)
Minimum 10 years of hands-on industrial electrical experience
Proven experience in a mining manufacturing or heavy industrial environment preferred
Strong working knowledge of MCCs Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) PLCs (basic troubleshooting) generators and power distribution systems
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical drawings schematics and single-line diagrams
Strong fault-finding and root-cause analysis capability
Excellent troubleshooting ability with a systematic analytical approach
Strong leadership and people supervision skills
High safety awareness and an unwavering compliance mindset
Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure and respond decisively to breakdowns
Physically fit and able to operate confidently in a demanding industrial environment.
Direct experience in a mining environment specifically with crushing and processing plant operations
Knowledge of automation and control systems
Experience with solar hybrid and generator power systems
Our client understands that great people deserve more than just a pay cheque. Beyond a competitive salary the successful candidate will enjoy a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing reward your performance and make life on site as comfortable as possible.
Benefits & Compensation
Competitive gross salary commensurate with experience
Performance-based monthly bonus your results are recognized and rewarded
13th cheque subject to company profitability because when the business wins you win
Comprehensive medical insurance and free access to the companys registered on-site medical clinic
On-Site Living & Lifestyle
Company housing onsite including security water and electricity
A stable structured working environment in a growing mining operation.
Access to a close-knit hardworking team that takes pride in what they do
Our client fosters a culture built on safety accountability and mutual respect. They believe that the people on the ground are the backbone of the operation and they invest in creating an environment where every team member feels valued supported and set up to succeed.
You will be joining a team that takes its work seriously but looks out for one another where high standards are the norm and good performance does not go unnoticed. For the right person this is not just a job it is a place to build a long and rewarding career in the mining industry.
Required Skills:
Diploma or Trade Qualification in Construction Mechanical Engineering Structural Engineering or a related field Minimum 810 years experience in a workshop construction or industrial environment At least 35 years in a supervisory or management role Experience in mining industrial plants or large-scale construction environments is highly preferred Hands-on experience in welding processes (MIG TIG ARC) steel fabrication and structural works Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and building plans Strong leadership planning and project execution capabilities Proven experience in cost control material management and workshop operations High safety awareness and strong compliance mindset Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and reporting skills Computer literacy (Excel reporting tools work tracking systems) Preferred Qualifications Certification as a Welding Inspector or Welding Supervisor Experience managing medium to large-scale site fabrication or construction projects Registration with EBK is an added advantage
