Electro -Mechanical Technician At Peace Winds Japan

Job Title: – Plant Electro-Mechanical Technician Reporting To: -Workshop Officer

Duty Station: – Kakuma

Vacancy: – 1 Position

About Peace Winds Japan

Peace Winds Japan (PWJ) is a Japanese Non-Governmental Organization established in 1996. PWJ has been providing humanitarian and development assistance for people affected by forced displacement and natural disasters in more than 20 countries in the world. PWJ launched its mission in Kenya in 2012 and has been implementing projects funded by UN agencies and the government of Japan in shelter, WASH, logistics and youth development to improve living environments of refuge and host populations while promoting peaceful coexistence and self-reliance in the communities in Dadaab, Kakuma and Kalobeyei. PWJ is a UNHCR partner responsible for WASH, Warehouse, Maintenance workshop services unit, centralized fleet and fuel management for Kakuma Refugee Operations.

PWJ is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Plant Electro-Mechanical Technician in Kakuma.

Position Overview:

The Plant Electro-Mechanical Technician under the general supervision of the workshop officer and within the limits of Peace Winds Japan Kenya policies and procedures will be responsible for the general maintenance, servicing and repairs of all Generators, solar system equipment, electrical and mechanical equipment and components. The role will ensure maintaining of safe working conditions to avoid risk that may cause injury and loss to him as well as others and the organization.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Maintain, service, and repair all generators, solar systems, submersible, surface pumps mechanical & electrical equipment such as submersible motors.
• To carry out service and preventive maintenance of compounds and boreholes generators including minor and major overhauls of mechanical & electrical components.
• Responsible for repair, maintenance of generator mechanical and electro-mechanical accessories on engines and other components.
• Keep proper records of maintenance and repair carried out in each generator and prepare a list of spare parts for preventive maintenance and electrical installation and submit to the Workshop Officer.
• Prepare a service schedule and plan for repair and service in accordance with the Manufacturers’ recommendations.
• Ensure safe working conditions to avoid risk that may cause injury to him as well as others.
• Responsible for motor rewinding of generators, alternators, household appliances and use of correct sizes, gauges, thickness of wires required for the task.
• Responsible for the maintenance of office/residence household appliances/equipment such as; heaters, air cooler, pumps, refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, fans, air- conditioning.
• Maintain, maintenance records for generators and other electrical equipment for easy verification and production of reference reports that may be required.
• Ensure proper use of tools, equipment and safe keeping of the working area.
• Execute routine maintenance, servicing to the electrical equipment, generators, pumps and others and will check for any signs of crack or loose fittings, leaks, or worn-out parts.
• Comply with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area.
• Recommend, develop, and perform preventive and general maintenance procedures such as cleaning, power-washing and vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, and changing filters.
• Training of generator Assistants on the safe operation of generators, and reporting of faults.
• Perform and carry out other duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.

SKILLS

• To update Electrical equipment, generators and other assets’ repair schedule.
• Assist in identifying needed tools or equipment for future needs.
• Records time taken on performing tasks.

Required qualifications, competences and experience Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical engineering, possession of a diploma in Mechanical engineering on top of the electrical engineering diploma will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to generate Technical Reports.
• Knowledgeable on operation and maintenance of the hybrid solar and diesel water pumping systems.
• Skilled in understanding schematic diagrams and lay out of all Mechanical/Electrical aspects of generator, and solar system installation including; connecting generator and power solar power to the electrical system with evenly distributed voltage
• Skilled in wiring and installations, servicing, repairing and maintenance of diesel and petrol driven generators ranging from 4KVA to 500 KVA units or higher. Professional experience
• At least 5 years proven work experience in operation and maintenance of plant electrical system, diesel-run generators and other electrical equipment in a busy workshop or institution including frequency adjustments to suit the various electrical current requirements.
• Experience in repair, maintenance and installation of generators and electrical pumps (boosters, surface & submersible), wiring and repair of electrical control panels, commissioning, surveying, and pre-delivery inspection, and load designing.
• Experience in borehole equipment, retrieval and installation of submersible pumps, knowledge in bore hole drilling/development is an added advantage.
• 3 years’ experience of working with INGO in a similar capacity will be an added advantage.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English and/or Kiswahili.
• Excellent time management and organization skills; attention to detail; ability to work independently.
• Ability to work in a team, lead small groups of staff, and report to supervisors.