Electrical Technician
2026-02-27T10:45:54+00:00
Abacus Pharma
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FULL_TIME
Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Pharmaceutical
Science & Engineering, Installation, Maintenance & Repair
2026-03-11T17:00:00+00:00
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Description
Abacus Parental Drugs Limited is hiring an Electrical Technician responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment in APDL. They ensure all work complies with safety standards and electrical codes.
Department: Engineering
Reporting to: Engineering Electrical Supervisor
JOB ROLES AND EXPECTATIONS:
Key Result Area
Key Roles/Duties
Technical role
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, systems, and equipment
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
- Troubleshoot electrical issues using testing devices (multimeters, voltmeters, etc.)
- Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems
- Inspect electrical components such as transformers, circuit breakers, and panels
- Ensure compliance with local and national electrical codes
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems and implement corrective actions
- Maintain accurate maintenance and service records
- Follow safety procedures, company policies, and SOPs.
- Ensure that Maintenance Department targets are being met, such as minimum downtime and breakdowns.
- Conducting root cause analyses to identify machinery issues and diagnostic support
- Review standard maintenance tasks and other relevant documents to drive continuous improvement and efficiency.
- Maintain an understanding of the principles of GMP as applied to plant and equipment.
- Inspect facilities periodically to determine problems and necessary maintenance.
- Providing daily report to the supervisor/manager
Records
- 1. All work done records align with SOPs.
- 2. Breakdown record and root cause analysis.
Any other Duties
- 1. Ensure that any other duty assigned by the supervisor/line manager is in line with management expectations.
AUTHORITIES:
- To inspect the entire facility building and equipment.
- To install equipment against the plan.
- To do maintenance and repair work as per SOPs.
- To use the maintenance module in ERP.
COMPETENCIES:
Technical Knowledge/Skills:
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and safety standards.
- Ability to read electrical drawings and blueprints
- Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Analytical and decision-making skills.
- Computer literate, physical stamina, and ability to work in different areas
Behavioral/Attitude Competencies:
- Result-oriented
- Teamwork
- Self-Motivated
- Able to adapt to unpredictable events.
- Stay calm under pressure
- Proactive and reliable.
- Customer focus
- Open and Decisive.
- Responsible
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
- Diploma in a relevant course.
- 2+ years’ experience in industrial control systems, automation, and PLCs.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Electrical License (as required by local regulations)
- Able to create and administer a task priority list based on company needs
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, systems, and equipment
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
- Troubleshoot electrical issues using testing devices (multimeters, voltmeters, etc.)
- Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems
- Inspect electrical components such as transformers, circuit breakers, and panels
- Ensure compliance with local and national electrical codes
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems and implement corrective actions
- Maintain accurate maintenance and service records
- Follow safety procedures, company policies, and SOPs.
- Ensure that Maintenance Department targets are being met, such as minimum downtime and breakdowns.
- Conducting root cause analyses to identify machinery issues and diagnostic support
- Review standard maintenance tasks and other relevant documents to drive continuous improvement and efficiency.
- Maintain an understanding of the principles of GMP as applied to plant and equipment.
- Inspect facilities periodically to determine problems and necessary maintenance.
- Providing daily report to the supervisor/manager
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and safety standards.
- Ability to read electrical drawings and blueprints
- Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Analytical and decision-making skills.
- Computer literate, physical stamina, and ability to work in different areas
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Able to create and administer a task priority list based on company needs
- Diploma in a relevant course.
- 2+ years’ experience in industrial control systems, automation, and PLCs.
- Electrical License (as required by local regulations)
JOB-69a175e29a0da
Vacancy title:
Electrical Technician
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Pharmaceutical, Category: Science & Engineering, Installation, Maintenance & Repair]
Jobs at:
Abacus Pharma
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, March 11 2026
Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, February 27 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Description
Abacus Parental Drugs Limited is hiring an Electrical Technician responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment in APDL. They ensure all work complies with safety standards and electrical codes.
Department: Engineering
Reporting to: Engineering Electrical Supervisor
JOB ROLES AND EXPECTATIONS:
Key Result Area
Key Roles/Duties
Technical role
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, systems, and equipment
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
- Troubleshoot electrical issues using testing devices (multimeters, voltmeters, etc.)
- Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems
- Inspect electrical components such as transformers, circuit breakers, and panels
- Ensure compliance with local and national electrical codes
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems and implement corrective actions
- Maintain accurate maintenance and service records
- Follow safety procedures, company policies, and SOPs.
- Ensure that Maintenance Department targets are being met, such as minimum downtime and breakdowns.
- Conducting root cause analyses to identify machinery issues and diagnostic support
- Review standard maintenance tasks and other relevant documents to drive continuous improvement and efficiency.
- Maintain an understanding of the principles of GMP as applied to plant and equipment.
- Inspect facilities periodically to determine problems and necessary maintenance.
- Providing daily report to the supervisor/manager
Records
- 1. All work done records align with SOPs.
- 2. Breakdown record and root cause analysis.
Any other Duties
- 1. Ensure that any other duty assigned by the supervisor/line manager is in line with management expectations.
AUTHORITIES:
- To inspect the entire facility building and equipment.
- To install equipment against the plan.
- To do maintenance and repair work as per SOPs.
- To use the maintenance module in ERP.
COMPETENCIES:
Technical Knowledge/Skills:
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and safety standards.
- Ability to read electrical drawings and blueprints
- Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Analytical and decision-making skills.
- Computer literate, physical stamina, and ability to work in different areas
Behavioral/Attitude Competencies:
- Result-oriented
- Teamwork
- Self-Motivated
- Able to adapt to unpredictable events.
- Stay calm under pressure
- Proactive and reliable.
- Customer focus
- Open and Decisive.
- Responsible
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
- Diploma in a relevant course.
- 2+ years’ experience in industrial control systems, automation, and PLCs.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Electrical License (as required by local regulations)
- Able to create and administer a task priority list based on company needs
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: associate degree
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