Location: 

Tema, GH

Function:  Industrial Operations
Employment type:  Full Time
Required experience:  Junior professional – up to 5 years
Reference ID:  77517

Electrical & Electronics Technician

POSITION:               Electrical & Electronics Technician

QUALIFICATION:     HND/Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering 

EXPERIENCE:         Up to 5 years in same or similar position

DUTIES:           

1. Maintenance and Repair of Equipment

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and electronic issues in machinery, such as extrusion machines, winding machines, and cable assembly equipment.
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance and breakdown maintenance to minimize downtime, following plant protocols.
  • Replace or fix components such as circuit boards, switches, wiring, fuses, and other electrical parts.
  • Identification of electrical problems on production machinery/equipment using multimeter and other instruments.
  • Carry out inspections on AVR, capacitor  banks and other low voltage switchgears.

 

2. Installation and Testing of Electrical Systems

  • Install, calibrate, and test control systems, sensors, and other electronics to ensure proper operation and quality standards.
  • Set up electrical panels, power distribution units, and automation systems as per design specifications.
  • Conduct voltage testing, insulation testing, and continuity tests to verify cable and component quality.

 

3. Quality Control and Safety Compliance

  • Ensure all electrical systems and components meet safety and regulatory standards to prevent accidents and malfunctions.
  • Perform quality inspections on electrical systems, ensuring compliance with plant and industry standards.
  • Document inspection results, maintenance records, and repair activities to keep a clear maintenance history.

 

4. Support for Process Optimization and Automation

  • Assist engineers in implementing process improvements and automation solutions for better efficiency.
  • Monitor automated systems and control processes, adjusting electrical and electronic components as needed.
  • Help program and troubleshoot PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) or other automated equipment involved in cable production.

 

5. Inventory Management and Documentation

  • Maintain an inventory of spare parts and electrical supplies necessary for equipment maintenance and repairs.
  • Document all work performed, including diagnostics, repairs, replacements, and calibrations for tracking and quality assurance.
  • Provide input on purchasing parts and upgrades to enhance equipment reliability and plant productivity.

 

6. Safety:

  • To ensure regular identification of SUSA, near miss, etc.
  • To adhere to Nexans Safety Golden Rules, procedure for emergency preparedness and response in case of fire, First Aid and oil spillages.
  • To adhere to safety regulations whiles handling flammable materials such as solvent, thinner, sawdust, etc.

 

7. Environment & 5S:

  • To ensure 5S at working area.To adhere environmental procedures while handling solvent, thinner, sawdust, etc.