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Electrical Specialist
2026-02-03T11:21:15+00:00
Mars
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Education, and Training
Science & Engineering, Manufacturing & Warehouse, Installation, Maintenance & Repair
KES
MONTH
2026-02-15T17:00:00+00:00
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As an Electrical Specialist at Mars Snacking, you will be responsible for executing electrical maintenance programs that ensure the reliability and operational performance of plant equipment and facilities. Your role supports continuous improvement through preventive maintenance, condition monitoring, and alignment with Quality and Food Safety standards focused on Electrical and Control systems.

What Are We Looking For?

  • Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in electrical maintenance systems and industrial setups, with strong troubleshooting and technical aptitude.
  • Higher Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Fluent in English with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to read, interpret, modify, and write PLC programs and electrical schematics.
  • Experience repairing complex electrical circuits and performing maintenance on process equipment.
  • Flexibility to work day and night shifts as required, with strong organizational skills and ability to work under minimal supervision.
  • Proficient in using standard electrical testing equipment such as voltage testers, multi-meters, and meggers.

What would be your key responsibilities?

  • Perform troubleshooting, plant diagnosis, and repair of electrical circuits including lighting, motor controls, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic components, and PLC systems.
  • Ensure plant electrical reliability by following up on safety, food safety, and quality audits, and supervising contractors and suppliers.
  • Participate actively in FMOS meetings to maintain quality and safety standards.
  • Build capability within the team through coaching, training, and mentoring associates on electrical controls and maintenance best practices.
  • Update skill matrices and contribute to the Education and Training pillar.
  • Implement and review preventive and condition-based maintenance plans to minimize unplanned breakdowns and production disruptions.
  • Support production associates in KAIZEN and PDCA implementation for continuous improvement.
  • Perform troubleshooting, plant diagnosis, and repair of electrical circuits including lighting, motor controls, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic components, and PLC systems.
  • Ensure plant electrical reliability by following up on safety, food safety, and quality audits, and supervising contractors and suppliers.
  • Participate actively in FMOS meetings to maintain quality and safety standards.
  • Build capability within the team through coaching, training, and mentoring associates on electrical controls and maintenance best practices.
  • Update skill matrices and contribute to the Education and Training pillar.
  • Implement and review preventive and condition-based maintenance plans to minimize unplanned breakdowns and production disruptions.
  • Support production associates in KAIZEN and PDCA implementation for continuous improvement.
  • Troubleshooting electrical systems
  • PLC programming and interpretation
  • Reading and interpreting electrical schematics
  • Repairing complex electrical circuits
  • Using electrical testing equipment (voltage testers, multi-meters, meggers)
  • Preventive and condition-based maintenance
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Organizational skills
  • Communication skills
  • Higher Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in electrical maintenance systems and industrial setups.
  • Fluent in English.
bachelor degree
60
JOB-6981da2bf2832

Vacancy title:
Electrical Specialist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Science & Engineering, Manufacturing & Warehouse, Installation, Maintenance & Repair]

Jobs at:
Mars

Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, February 15 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, February 3 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

As an Electrical Specialist at Mars Snacking, you will be responsible for executing electrical maintenance programs that ensure the reliability and operational performance of plant equipment and facilities. Your role supports continuous improvement through preventive maintenance, condition monitoring, and alignment with Quality and Food Safety standards focused on Electrical and Control systems.

What Are We Looking For?

  • Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in electrical maintenance systems and industrial setups, with strong troubleshooting and technical aptitude.
  • Higher Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Fluent in English with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to read, interpret, modify, and write PLC programs and electrical schematics.
  • Experience repairing complex electrical circuits and performing maintenance on process equipment.
  • Flexibility to work day and night shifts as required, with strong organizational skills and ability to work under minimal supervision.
  • Proficient in using standard electrical testing equipment such as voltage testers, multi-meters, and meggers.

What would be your key responsibilities?

  • Perform troubleshooting, plant diagnosis, and repair of electrical circuits including lighting, motor controls, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic components, and PLC systems.
  • Ensure plant electrical reliability by following up on safety, food safety, and quality audits, and supervising contractors and suppliers.
  • Participate actively in FMOS meetings to maintain quality and safety standards.
  • Build capability within the team through coaching, training, and mentoring associates on electrical controls and maintenance best practices.
  • Update skill matrices and contribute to the Education and Training pillar.
  • Implement and review preventive and condition-based maintenance plans to minimize unplanned breakdowns and production disruptions.
  • Support production associates in KAIZEN and PDCA implementation for continuous improvement.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Engineering jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Sunday, February 15 2026
Duty Station: Nairobi | Nairobi
Posted: 03-02-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 03-02-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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