TWG Electrician S1 at British High Commission Nairobi
British High Commission Nairobi
- Nairobi
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Carry out planned maintenance activities, projects, refurbishments and react to electrical breakdowns or faults in a timely, professional & customer focused manner
- Execute repairs and works safely and in accordance with the quality standards of the FCO, industry best practice, British standards and Kenyan electrical regulations & requirements where applicable to LV domestic / housing electrical works and light industrial / commercial plant and equipment
- Take ownership of electrical projects, repairs and producing technical reports within accurate time frames for completion of works
- Safely perform electrical testing and produce electrical installation condition reports or electrical installation certificates as required and on completion of works
- Lead and mentor colleagues in electrical methods including design, installation, inspection & test
- Liaise with technical & non-technical colleagues to provide updates on works progress in a suitable language that is understood by all parties
- Actively contribute to safe working practices and ensure all work is undertaken safely by self and others
- Identify materials required and create work package(s) for refurbishment, improvement, renewal and re-wire to ensure the electrical installation meets the electrical compliance standards of the FCO, the current edition of BS7671, Kenyan electrical regulations & requirements where applicable and any other relevant standard(s)
- Produce comprehensive bills of materials and estimates of costs for high quality electrical components, labour and materials
- Demonstrate continuous improvement in all areas of work to achieve best value for money, safety compliance and standards of build
- Typically duties may include: Routine electrical maintenance (LV), electrical design for small projects, electrical construction, test & inspection, undertaking full building re-wires, fault finding, consumer board & distribution board replacement, repairs to installations, installation of circuit accessories, industrial control panel repairs / modification, repairs and replacement to wiring in commercial buildings and special locations (swimming pools etc.) Working at height and outside work may be required on occasion including on high risk plant
- On occasion the job holder may be required to supervise contractors
- Certificate in electrical installation from a recognised government institution
- 3 years of experience in electrical installation and maintenance work
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge and experience in low voltage electrical installation inspection and testing
- Must have knowledge of hand and power tools
- Hold a current full driving licence and be a safe competent driver (accident free for three years)
- Be familiar with the required Health & Safety standards governing the electrician role
- Knowledge to read and understand blue prints
- Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Working Together
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