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Electrical Intern
2026-03-11T07:24:53+00:00
Globeleq
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INTERN
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Professional Services
Science & Engineering, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Energy & Mining
KES
MONTH
2026-03-17T17:00:00+00:00
8

Globeleq is powering Africa's growth through the development and operation of utility scale power plants across the continent. Founded in 2002, Globeleq has become a power industry leader by operating or acquiring interest in multiple power facilities across the world.

Under supervision, the Intern shall support the following:

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

  • Assist in execution of scheduled preventive maintenance on generators, transformers, motors, switchgear (LV/MV/HV), UPS systems, and battery systems.
  • Support condition monitoring activities including insulation resistance testing, thermography, and basic trend analysis.
  • Participate in planned maintenance tasks during minor and major outages.

Corrective Maintenance & Troubleshooting

  • Assist in troubleshooting electrical faults and restoring equipment to service.
  • Support root cause analysis (RCA) for electrical failures.
  • Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and protection settings under supervision.

Operations Support

  • Participate in switching activities under strict supervision and in accordance with approved switching procedures and safety rules.
  • Ensure compliance with Permit-to-Work (PTW) and Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) systems.

Documentation & Compliance

  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and test documentation in the CMMS.
  • Support update of electrical drawings and technical documentation where required.
  • Ensure full compliance with HSESS standards and electrical safety regulations.

Continuous Learning & Development

  • Participate in structured technical on job training.
  • Work collaboratively with Operations and other Maintenance disciplines.
  • Develop practical competence in power plant electrical systems and industry best practices.
  • Perform any other duties assigned within the scope of learning and development.

Experience, Knowledge, Qualifications and Skills

  • Diploma or Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics (Power Option), or related discipline from a recognized institution.
  • Must have graduated within the last three (3) years (2023–2025).
  • Basic understanding of power generation electrical systems.
  • Ability to interpret electrical drawings and single-line diagrams (SLDs).
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team with minimal supervision.
  • High personal integrity and safety-first mindset,
  • Creative and innovative,
  • A strong team player,
  • Excellent written and verbal communication,
  • Self-driven, results-oriented, and adaptable,
  • Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and respond to emergencies,
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and problem-solving.
  • Assist in execution of scheduled preventive maintenance on generators, transformers, motors, switchgear (LV/MV/HV), UPS systems, and battery systems.
  • Support condition monitoring activities including insulation resistance testing, thermography, and basic trend analysis.
  • Participate in planned maintenance tasks during minor and major outages.
  • Assist in troubleshooting electrical faults and restoring equipment to service.
  • Support root cause analysis (RCA) for electrical failures.
  • Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and protection settings under supervision.
  • Participate in switching activities under strict supervision and in accordance with approved switching procedures and safety rules.
  • Ensure compliance with Permit-to-Work (PTW) and Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) systems.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and test documentation in the CMMS.
  • Support update of electrical drawings and technical documentation where required.
  • Ensure full compliance with HSESS standards and electrical safety regulations.
  • Participate in structured technical on job training.
  • Work collaboratively with Operations and other Maintenance disciplines.
  • Develop practical competence in power plant electrical systems and industry best practices.
  • Perform any other duties assigned within the scope of learning and development.
  • Basic understanding of power generation electrical systems.
  • Ability to interpret electrical drawings and single-line diagrams (SLDs).
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team with minimal supervision.
  • High personal integrity and safety-first mindset,
  • Creative and innovative,
  • A strong team player,
  • Excellent written and verbal communication,
  • Self-driven, results-oriented, and adaptable,
  • Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and respond to emergencies,
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and problem-solving.
  • Diploma or Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics (Power Option), or related discipline from a recognized institution.
  • Must have graduated within the last three (3) years (2023–2025).
bachelor degree
12
JOB-69b118c53a595

Vacancy title:
Electrical Intern

[Type: INTERN, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Science & Engineering, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Energy & Mining]

Jobs at:
Globeleq

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, March 17 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 11 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Globeleq is powering Africa's growth through the development and operation of utility scale power plants across the continent. Founded in 2002, Globeleq has become a power industry leader by operating or acquiring interest in multiple power facilities across the world.

Under supervision, the Intern shall support the following:

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

  • Assist in execution of scheduled preventive maintenance on generators, transformers, motors, switchgear (LV/MV/HV), UPS systems, and battery systems.
  • Support condition monitoring activities including insulation resistance testing, thermography, and basic trend analysis.
  • Participate in planned maintenance tasks during minor and major outages.

Corrective Maintenance & Troubleshooting

  • Assist in troubleshooting electrical faults and restoring equipment to service.
  • Support root cause analysis (RCA) for electrical failures.
  • Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and protection settings under supervision.

Operations Support

  • Participate in switching activities under strict supervision and in accordance with approved switching procedures and safety rules.
  • Ensure compliance with Permit-to-Work (PTW) and Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) systems.

Documentation & Compliance

  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and test documentation in the CMMS.
  • Support update of electrical drawings and technical documentation where required.
  • Ensure full compliance with HSESS standards and electrical safety regulations.

Continuous Learning & Development

  • Participate in structured technical on job training.
  • Work collaboratively with Operations and other Maintenance disciplines.
  • Develop practical competence in power plant electrical systems and industry best practices.
  • Perform any other duties assigned within the scope of learning and development.

Experience, Knowledge, Qualifications and Skills

  • Diploma or Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics (Power Option), or related discipline from a recognized institution.
  • Must have graduated within the last three (3) years (2023–2025).
  • Basic understanding of power generation electrical systems.
  • Ability to interpret electrical drawings and single-line diagrams (SLDs).
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team with minimal supervision.
  • High personal integrity and safety-first mindset,
  • Creative and innovative,
  • A strong team player,
  • Excellent written and verbal communication,
  • Self-driven, results-oriented, and adaptable,
  • Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and respond to emergencies,
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and problem-solving.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Electrical Engineering jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Tuesday, March 17 2026
Duty Station: Nairobi | Nairobi
Posted: 11-03-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 11-03-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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