Operations and Maintenance Engineer

• Actively participate in EHSS activities, including reporting hazards, unsafe conditions, near misses, and contributing to monthly EHSS reporting.

• Ensure compliance with company EHSS policies, procedures, and local statutory regulations.

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping within assigned work areas and ensure site safety requirements are consistently followed.

• Conduct risk assessments, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and implement appropriate control measures before maintenance activities.

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure all electrical maintenance activities are carried out safely and in accordance with permit-to-work requirements.

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical systems and equipment, including switchgears, transformers, LV/MV systems, motors, VFDs, protective relays, UPS systems, and associated distribution equipment.

• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to schedule, execute, and close maintenance work orders.

• Troubleshoot electrical faults and equipment failures to minimize downtime and restore operations efficiently.

• Monitor equipment performance, condition, and reliability, and recommend improvement measures where necessary.

• Conduct routine inspections, testing, calibration, and condition monitoring of electrical equipment.

• Support plant operation requirements and provide technical assistance during maintenance shutdowns and emergency situations.

• Coordinate with mechanical, instrumentation, and operations teams to ensure smooth plant operations.

• Lead or participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented and tracked to closure.

• Identify opportunities for improving equipment reliability, energy efficiency, productivity, and maintenance effectiveness.

• Develop and implement improvement projects, including system upgrades, equipment modifications, and reliability enhancement initiatives.

• Analyse maintenance and operational data to identify trends and recommend preventive actions.

• Coordinate and supervise contractors and vendors performing electrical maintenance or project work.

• Review technical specifications, scopes of work, method statements, and risk assessments submitted by contractors.

• Monitor project implementation to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and within approved budgets.

• Support commissioning and acceptance testing activities for new installations and modifications.

• Manage electrical spare parts inventory and maintain appropriate stock levels to support operational requirements.

• Monitor spare parts consumption and initiate replenishment processes when required.

• Ensure accurate inventory records and proper storage of critical electrical components.

• Prepare, review, and update maintenance procedures, SOPs, work instructions, OJT materials,

and technical documentation.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment histories, and statutory inspection reports.

• Conduct on-the-job training and competency assessments for technicians and new team members.

• Share technical knowledge and lessons learned from equipment failures and maintenance activities.

• Coordinate daily maintenance activities and prioritize work orders to ensure timely completion.

• Provide technical guidance and support to technicians and junior team members.

• Act as the designated lead for daily maintenance activities during the absence of the O&M Manager.

• Foster teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning within the maintenance team

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent recognized engineering qualification.

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in operations and maintenance of industrial plants, utilities, power generation facilities, energy infrastructure, or manufacturing environments.

• Hands-on experience with electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability engineering.

• Experience in managing contractors and maintenance service providers is preferred.

• Familiarity with CMMS platforms and maintenance planning processes.

• Experience budgeting and forecasting capital expenses.

• Good communication skills.

• Experience leading a team of technicians and working with stakeholders