Job Description
Varun Beverages Zambia Ltd, a leading beverage manufacturing company situated at Plot No. 37426, Mungwi Road in Heavy Industrial Area, Lusaka, is URGENTLY looking to recruit suitably qualified individuals to fill the position of ELECTRICIAN.
Department: Production – Dairy
Reporting to: Plant Manager – Dairy
Position: Electrician x 2
JOB SUMMARY / DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Responsible for ensuring that all production equipment, infrastructure, fixtures, and all other equipment are in good operating condition and well-maintained in terms of electrical issues.
Installing electrical systems in all departments.
Maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical control, wiring, lighting, and other systems and equipment.
Performing general electrical maintenance.
Testing and inspecting electrical systems and certifying their compliance.
Fault analysis and repairs in case of malfunction.
Performing fault finding on production equipment and executing repairs for breakdowns.
Able to work independently.
Setting up machines (calibration, cleaning, etc.) to start a production cycle.
Troubleshooting electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
Controlling and adjusting machine settings (e.g., speed).
Inspecting transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical components.
Inspecting parts with precision and measuring tools.
Fixing issues that might occur during the shift.
Checking output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws.
Testing the operation of machines periodically.
Keeping records of approved and defective units or final products.
Maintaining activity logs.
Maintaining production equipment by cleaning, inspecting, repairing, and replacing parts such as bearings or belts as needed.
Experience: +5 years of experience working as an Industrial Operator in the manufacturing industry.
Qualifications: Must have a Diploma in Electrical or any other related qualification from a recognized institution of learning.
Note: Candidates with experience from other similar industries are encouraged to apply.