Electrical Technician

Electrical Technician

GTC Nairobi

About the Company

Nairobi GTC Industry Limited is a leading integrated development operating from the prestigious GTC Office Tower in Nairobi, featuring premium office spaces, residential apartments, and world-class retail facilities. We are committed to delivering exceptional real estate solutions and maintaining the highest standards of engineering excellence.

About the Role

The Electrical Technician is responsible for the routine inspection, preventive servicing, troubleshooting, and continuous operational integrity of all low-voltage and high-voltage (LV/HV) electrical distribution networks, emergency backup power, and building utility systems across the Nairobi GTC complex. The role covers primary operational oversight of the GTC Office Tower, GTC Residences, and GTC Mall, alongside physical asset verification audits at Pan Pacific Serviced Suites and JW Marriott, and cross-functional electrical power support for ICT and Mechanical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Power Distribution & Substation Infrastructure

• Supervise and inspect third-party preventive servicing, calibrations, and emergency repairs on LV/HV switchgears, transformers, Main Distribution Boards (MDBs), and sub-metering systems.

• Monitor, test, and maintain Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), and standby diesel generators to ensure uninterrupted emergency backup power.

• Routinely measure, record, and evaluate daily electrical parameters, including voltage stability, phase balance, current draw, power factor, and energy consumption logs.

• Facility Electrical Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Execute regular scheduled inspections and prompt corrective repairs across common area lighting, distribution boards, lift power supply feeds, and motor control panels.

• Diagnose and resolve complex power disruptions, motor starter faults, variable frequency drive (VFD) errors, and residential utility electrical issues.

• Maintain accurate records of work orders, parts usage, and maintenance logs in the Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS), keeping track of electrical spare parts inventory.

• Tenant Fit-Out Inspections & Asset Auditing

• Conduct detailed inspections of tenant electrical fit-outs, distribution board terminations, circuit protection, and load balancing in compliance with project safety standards.

• Assist the Electrical Engineer with physical site audits, verifying equipment operating conditions, service records, and maintenance compliance at Pan Pacific and JW Marriott.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Special Assignments

• Collaborate closely with ICT and Mechanical engineering teams to troubleshoot electrical faults and maintain dedicated power feeds to servers, cooling systems, pumps, and life-safety equipment.

• Execute additional specialized technical interventions, emergency response protocols, and engineering tasks as assigned by the Engineer or Head of Department.

• Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Licensing

• Diploma or Craft Certificate in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Installation, or an equivalent technical discipline.

• Valid Electrical License issued by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) — Class C1 or above is mandatory.

• Professional Experience

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on electrical maintenance experience within high-rise commercial buildings, luxury hotels, large shopping malls, or mixed-use complexes.

• Proven track record in managing and troubleshooting LV/HV distribution networks, motor control centers (MCC), transformers, and backup generator systems.

• Technical Proficiencies & Software

• Strong expertise in interpreting electrical single-line diagrams (SLDs), schematic drawings, control wiring layouts, and architectural floor plans.

• Skilled in using electrical diagnostic instruments, including multi-meters, insulation testers (Megger), clamp meters, and phase rotation testers.

• Working proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit for reviewing electrical drawings, combined with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word) for reporting.

• Health, Safety & Compliance

• Solid understanding of Kenyan electrical wiring regulations, KS/IEC standards, and occupational safety codes.

• Practical knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, Arc Flash precautions, and personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols.

• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Emergency Response TimeAttend to emergency electrical fault calls and power outage incidents within 30 minutes.

• PPM Completion RateAchieve a 100% completion rate for all scheduled preventive maintenance across assigned electrical assets.

• Logging & Audit AccuracyEnsure 100% accuracy of electrical meter readings, maintenance logs, and physical asset verification audit data.

• Safety & Incident PreventionZero safety incidents or electrical hazards during maintenance operations through rigorous LOTO and safety enforcement.

• Operational ProductivityDeliver consistent, high-quality maintenance and diagnostic results under minimal supervision.

• Why Join Us

• Be part of Nairobi's premier iconic development, managing advanced, large-scale electrical infrastructure.

• Work with cutting-edge LV/HV power networks, advanced backup generation, and automated building management systems.

• A culture rooted in professional excellence, high engineering standards, and rigorous occupational safety.

• Strong opportunities for technical skill enhancement across commercial, residential, retail, and hospitality sectors.

• We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.