About Beacon Industries
Beacon Industries is a food and beverage manufacturing company that produces packaged fruit juices, bottled water, and dairy products for the Kenyan market and for export to six East African countries. The factory, located in Thika, employs over 1,100 workers and operates three production lines running twenty hours a day, six days a week. Beacon was founded in 2007 and has built a distribution network that reaches supermarkets, kiosks, and wholesalers across all forty-seven counties. The company holds FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, and HACCP certifications for food safety management.
What you will do:
You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing electrical systems and equipment across the company's facilities, including power distribution panels, lighting systems, motors, and control circuits. Daily tasks involve conducting preventive maintenance checks, responding to breakdown reports, and troubleshooting electrical faults. You will read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and wiring diagrams to diagnose problems. The role requires you to ensure that all electrical work complies with the Kenya Electrical Wiring Code and that safety procedures, including lockout-tagout, are followed at all times. You will also install new electrical equipment, modify existing circuits, and support the facilities team during office fit-outs and renovations. Experience with both low-voltage and medium-voltage systems is an advantage. The position involves being on call for emergency repairs outside normal working hours on a rotational basis.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar position
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in relevant industry software and tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices
Applications should include an updated CV, copies of relevant certificates, and contact details of three professional referees. Beacon Industries offers a competitive remuneration package, medical cover, and opportunities for professional development. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
