Tupande Electrical Maintenance Officer (Fixed-Term) at One Acre Fund

About the Role


Executes hands-on electrical and instrumentation maintenance work across production lines under the direction of the Production Coordinators and Production Supervisors.


Responsibilities

Electrical Maintenance


Monitor the assigned pyrolysis line throughout the shift for signs of electrical faults, unusual sounds, or abnormal conditions
Respond immediately to any equipment breakdown; diagnose the fault, carry out repairs, and restore production as fast as possible
Perform all scheduled preventive maintenance tasks during the shift as directed by the Production Coordinators (Lead Engineers)
Execute thorough cleaning of the production line, including unclogging of all blockages, at every equipment stoppage to maximise uptime on restart
Participate fully in the planned maintenance window: carry out assigned tasks under the direction of the Production Coordinators
Record all faults, repairs, parts used, and time-to-repair in the maintenance log after every intervention
Communicate all open or ongoing maintenance issues clearly during shift handover
Strictly follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) and all electrical safety procedures before working on any equipment
Notify the Production Coordinators of recurring faults, parts shortages, or maintenance risks requiring planning attention


Career Growth and Development


We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You'll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You'll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.


Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:


Minimum 2 years experience in hands-on maintenance in an industrial, manufacturing, or processing environment
Experience with high-temperature processing equipment, conveyors, combustion systems, or biomass machinery is a strong advantage
Practical skills in electrical fault diagnosis; skills in mechanical fault diagnosis is also preferred
Familiarity with lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and electrical safety standards


Other


Shift availability: Willingness and ability to work rotating 9-hour shifts, including night shifts, on a rotation cycle
Physically capable of working in a hot, dusty industrial environment throughout the shift, including conducting walkthroughs of the production line at regular intervals