Industrial Electrician

Petromech – Industrial Electrician

Posted on Mon 26th Oct, 2026

“Petromech is a company based in Kaduna, Nigeria, that specializes in waste management. Its primary focus is the production of base oils and motor oils from used lubricants. The company also operates a 15,000 m² workshop equipped to handle a wide range of mechanical maintenance, repair, and manufacturing services.”

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Industrial Electrician

Location: Kaduna

Key Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, distribution boards, control panels, and industrial electrical equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults in production machinery, pumps, motors, compressors, and workshop equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot three-phase motors, motor starters, contactors, relays, overload protection devices, and control circuits.
• Inspect and troubleshoot variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, switches, and related machine control components.
• Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance to reduce equipment breakdowns and production downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Install and terminate cables, cable trays, conduits, and equipment connections.
• Inspect earthing systems, protective devices, and electrical installations, and report unsafe conditions promptly.
• Support the maintenance of generators, changeover panels, and associated power supply systems.
• Coordinate with production and mechanical maintenance teams during equipment installation, breakdowns, and repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, faults, repairs, and spare parts requirements.
• Follow approved isolation, lockout/tagout, permit-to-work, and electrical safety procedures.
• Maintain tools and testing instruments in good condition and keep work areas clean and organised.

Requirements

• Relevant technical qualification, trade certificate, or vocational training in Electrical Installation, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of practical experience as an industrial electrician, preferably in a factory, manufacturing plant, or mechanical workshop.
• Strong hands-on experience with three-phase electrical systems, industrial motors, control panels, and machinery maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose electrical faults systematically and carry out repairs within authorised responsibilities.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Competence in using electrical testing instruments, including multimeters, clamp meters, and insulation resistance testers.
• Practical knowledge of motor protection, electrical isolation, earthing, and safe working procedures.
• Experience with VFDs and industrial control systems; basic PLC fault-finding knowledge is an advantage.
• Experience working around oil processing or other flammable-material environments is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and a disciplined approach to safety.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with production and maintenance teams.

Application Closing Date

9th November, 2026.