About Heritage Brands
Heritage Brands is a fast-moving consumer goods company that manufactures personal care products, laundry detergents, and household cleaning solutions. The company was established in 2004 and operates a factory in Athi River that produces over fifty SKUs. Heritage Brands products are distributed through major supermarket chains and wholesale outlets in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. The company employs 480 staff and invests approximately four percent of annual revenue in product research and development. Heritage Brands is a member of the Kenya Association of Manufacturers and has won the KBS Quality Award twice.
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. Heritage Brands offers a competitive remuneration package, medical cover, and opportunities for professional development. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
