Chief Factory Electrician

Gisovu Tea Co. Ltd in Karongi District is seeking to recruit suitably qualified, detail oriented, dynamic and self-motivated person to fill the following vacant position.

JOB TITLE: CHIEF FACTORY ELECTRICIAN 

Reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for: -

• Carrying out rewinding of motors and other electrical equipment.
• Carrying out trouble shooting and rectifying the faults as and when required.
• Participating in installation of electrical systems.
• Carrying out wiring of equipment and commissioning as per approved procedures.
• Maintaining electrical equipment within the set quality standards.
• Ensuring sound maintenance of generator and operating as required.
• Ensuring availability of power as required.
• Participating in electrical modification as per approved procedures.
• Observing and complying with environmental, health and safety and hygiene standards.
• Verifying electrical spare parts received in the stores.

• Liaise with other departments in maintenance of equipment
• Implementing preventive maintenance program as per approved procedure.
• Observing and complying with Quality and Food Safety Standards.
• Performing any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills & experience: -

• Minimum of advanced diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Electrical Engineering / Electrical Technology) from a recognized institution.
• At least Six (6) years working experience in electrical works. Those with tea processing experience will have added advantage.
• Computer literate.

Interested candidates who meet the above minimum requirements for this job are requested to send their applications accompanied with detailed C.V, copies of testimonials / certificates, names and addresses of at least three (3) referees to the address below; to reach not later than 30th April 2026.

Online applications should be emailed in PDF format to hr@gisovu.silverbacktea.org

Posted applications should be addressed to:

THE GENERAL MANAGER

GISOVU TEA CO. LTD

P.O. BOX 60, KARONGI

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.