Overview
Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Knauf
Knauf is an acronym for chance. We are glad that we see opportunity in everyone, even if we are aware that everyone’s definition of opportunity varies. This dynamic position in the Maintenance Team may be the ideal next step in your career development. It’s part of a values-driven culture where the goal is to make tomorrow a place where we can all call home.
We are a multinational producer of building supplies, and anyone with drive and ambition can take advantage of the tremendous opportunities offered by our Group’s 41,500 team members spread over 300 locations in 90 countries. Since we regard each person’s input equally, we kindly ask that you bring your complete self to work in order to further enhance the company and increase our collective productivity in a welcoming and safe atmosphere.
Tanzania’s Knauf Gypsum Limited is honored to be a member of the Knauf Group. With nine years of experience in the gypsum industry, we have a bright future ahead of us. We are searching for driven, aspirational individuals to join us in achieving our objectives as our global presence in ninety countries keeps expanding. We all share the same fundamental beliefs and think big businesses have enormous potential to make a positive difference in the world. We are currently searching for a new team member to work as an electrical engineer with us at the Mkuranga Plant.
Say “yes” if you can.
Do you show respect to your coworkers?
Do you consider the consumer first at all times?
Do you act considering the next generation?
Do you enjoy looking for chances to advance and change?
Do you have a history of success in achieving goals?
At Knauf Gypsum Tanzania Limited, your role as an Electrical Engineer will entail overseeing the electrical department in order to develop and execute the optimal electrical maintenance strategy, plan, and process to enhance plant operational efficiency.
What you intend to do:
- Ensuring that the medium- and low-voltage switchgear, generators, transformers, motors, burners, invertors, plc, instrumentation, and automation control system electrical systems operate effectively and that standard safety instructions are followed.
- Create a planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedule for electrical systems, make sure that all necessary preventive maintenance is performed, and guide the team in taking appropriate action to reduce plant downtime overall and maintain the machinery’s optimal operation, which reduces power consumption overall.
- Respond to requests for assistance with mechanical, electrical, and software issues, carry out root cause analysis, and fix issues to provide engineering support.
- Oversee the introduction of new machinery, working with all pertinent stakeholders to ensure complete installation and necessary commissioning.
What we hope you possess:
We are curious about your character, including your beliefs, attitudes, and actions. We would love to chat with you as long as you are prepared to learn everything you don’t already know for the role. If you are qualified and have experience in any of the following fields:
- Electrical engineering bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.
- Excellent understanding of the manufacturing sector is advantageous, as is familiarity with gypsum products.
- Strong technical understanding of electrical equipment and maintenance procedures.
- Electrical and electronic knowledge.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities.
What we’ll offer is:
- A pay that is competitive.
- Coverage for health insurance.
- Benefit for year-end performance.
What takes place after that?
We understand that finding a new job can be a time-consuming process, so we have promised to respond to your application within three business days.
In order to improve our team’s inclusivity and diversity, we highly recommend that women apply. Equal opportunity is something we support, and we appreciate the distinct viewpoints and talents that women bring to the workplace. Help us create a home for all of us tomorrow by joining us.
Division: Manufacturing.
Job location: Knauf Gypsum Mkuranga Plant in Tanzania
