Assistant Electrical Engineer

Job Description 

Position: Assistant Electrical Engineer
Reports To: Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer
Location: Chitungwiza
Interacts With: Engineering Team, Management and Head of departments
Job Purpose: To ensure the availability, reliability and safety of electrical plant and equipment to users

Job Specification
The Assistant Electrical Engineer role will be responsible for, inter alia:
- Assisting in planning and coordinating electrical maintenance activities to minimise production downtime.
- Carrying out factory electrical maintenance support, including routine checks and breakdown attendance in production areas.
- Supporting fault finding and troubleshooting, and recommend corrective actions for electrical faults.
- Assisting with installation and modification of electrical equipment and support project post-implementation reviews.
- Supporting the ordering and control of critical spares to prevent operational delays.
- Supporting daily supervision of electrical staff activities and shift coordination.
- Maintaining electrical engineering standards and preparing relevant reports.
- Supporting training and induction of subordinates and new employees in the department.
- Supporting relevant Food Safety/operational compliance processes.

Candidate Specification
Experience: Minimum of three (3) years' experience in a similar position
Experience in edible oil manufacturing sector is an added advantage.
Education Level: Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Skills and Ability: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and ERP systems
Work accurately under pressure and meet set deadlines.
Strong planning and organization skills

Personality: Excellent communication and analytical skills
Detail oriented and proactive
Results driven with a focus on operational efficiency

How to Apply
Qualified, experienced, and motivated individuals are encouraged to apply for the above stated position. A detailed, updated CV together with copies of academic and professional qualification must be attached to the application and send to vacancyapplication1@gmail.com 

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Only short-listed candidates will be responded to. The closing date for applications is 6th of October 2026