View Vacancy - Electrician & Generator Technician (18/25 NR)

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Estates

Main purpose of job:

They will be expected to conduct themselves professionally and uphold the highest standards of electrical and mechanical safety in all aspects of their work. This role is critical in maintaining the operational reliability and safety of electrical and generator systems throughout the estate.

The post holder will ensure the safe and effective execution of:

  • Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
  • Reactive maintenance
  • Fault finding and diagnostics
  • Design, construction, inspection, and testing of Low Voltage (LV) electrical & generator equipment and installations

They will be expected to conduct themselves professionally and uphold the highest standards of electrical and mechanical safety in all aspects of their work. This role is critical in maintaining the operational reliability and safety of electrical and generator systems throughout the estate.

 

Roles and responsibilities

Electrician Duties (70%)

  • 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 FCDO, 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.
  • Safely perform electrical testing and produce electrical installation condition reports or electrical installation certificates as required and on completion of works. 
  • 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, labor and materials.
  • Demonstrate continuous improvement in all areas of work to achieve best value for money, safety compliance and standards of building

Generator (Electrical & Mechanical) Technician Duties – 30%

  • Duties around Generator (Electrical & Mechanical) will predominately be required during periods of leave by the lead Generator Technician and during periods of peak work demand by the generator technician.
  • Typically, duties may include Routine electrical maintenance low voltage (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 (e.g. Sewerage Plant), Run load bank tests on diesel generators, change filters and perform standard service on units.
  • Support electrical projects, repairs and renewals / Re-wire, adjust and install control panels and voltage regulators, producing technical reports, accurate time frames for completion of works, outlining all resources required, start date, end date, project milestones and dependencies.
  • Diagnose and repair any issues found during initial testing, perform voltage changes on generators based on requirements adjusting speed controls and various settings as deemed necessary
  • Share knowledge with colleagues in electrical methods including design, installation, inspection & test.
  • Demonstrate thorough knowledge on Automation of generators and control systems, including ATS and other electrical control systems.
  • Liaise with technical & non-technical colleagues to provide updates on works progress in a suitable language that is understood by all parties.

Resources managed:

  • On occasion the job holder may be required to supervise contractors
  • Certificate in electrical installation from a recognized government institution
  • Knowledge and experience in low voltage electrical installation inspection and testing.
  • Can demonstrate at least 4 years of hands-on Generator and LV Electrical work experience with ability to diagnose and repair mechanical issues on diesel gensets
  • Can Demonstrate In-depth understanding of diesel engine and/or generator technology
  • Proficient with estimating time required to complete tasks
  • IT / Computer literate; familiar with Microsoft word, spread sheet and Outlook
  • Holder of valid driver’s license with at least 3 years clean driving record and be a safe competent driver (accident free for three years. A driver’s test will be conducted before offer of employment.
  • Exceptional communication skills, attention to detail and initiative, as well as good customer service skills
  • A flexible approach and good team working skill
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must have knowledge of hand and power tools.
  • Be familiar with the required Health & Safety standards governing the electrician role
  • Knowledge to read and understand blueprints
  • Apprentice trained Electrician and Generator electrical mechanic
  • HV experience
  • LV Inspection & Test
  • Able to multi-Skill. The applicant should list any other technical skills and experience they have in Mechanical, Welding etc.
Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together
2 July 2025
S1
Fixed Term
44
12 months
Africa
Kenya
Nairobi
British High Commission
1
KES
KES 118 143,98 (Base salary is subject to tax and other statutory deductions)
monthly
1 September 2025
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