Electrical Inspector, Ewekoro at Lafarge Cement

About the job

The Electrical Inspector primary objective is to coordinate and control execution of inspections, analyze all process and auxiliary equipment so that the condition of each piece of equipment can be monitored and maintained at a high level of operating performance.

What you'll be doing

• The Inspector communicates regularly with the operations personnel to gain information on any problems or concerns they may have about the equipment and the way it is affecting the process.
• The incumbent also analyses situations to determine whether it is a mechanical, electrical or operating problem and recommends solutions to correctly utilize all resources available.
• Studies equipment problems and recommends modi fi cations or replacements of it.
• Investigates repetitive problems and initiates corrective maintenance procedures.
• Continually informs Production, Process and Maintenance of the operating condition of equipment and advises those responsible when a piece of equipment should be shut down in order to prevent damage to said equipment or injury to any of the plant personnel.
• The incumbent will ensure compliance with safety practices and procedures, availability of safety equipment and that first aid treatm ent is provided when required.
• The incumbent is responsible and should have data pertaining to reliability so that he can analyze, and advise departments on the information needed to perform RCFA (i.e. vibrations, temperatures, hours, causes, Pareto charts etc.)
• Ensures that there has been a work order entered in CMMS to cover adjustments or repairs to equipment, checks for the proper equipment number, adequate description of the request, appropriate priority code and workshop or plant code.
• Administers a Thermo graphic Analysis Program for all critical pieces of electrical equipment and reports results to all concerned including recommendations when required.
• Preparation of the daily work schedule for the PPM tasks in accordance with equipment needs while utilizing CMMS to document and monitor equipment history files
• The incumbent participates in the administration of a Plant Lubrication Program with a conscious effort to reduce any undesirable impact on our environment
• Assist in the planning of system atic overhauls of major equipment.
• Participate in the Maintenance Supervisor On Call Program
• Record all temperatures, pressures and any relevant information, which may be used for analysis from CCR.
• The incumbent is also the plant person in charge of the Electrical integrity of the plant’s machinery.
• Comply with EMS Methods Instrumentation activities
• Ensure involvement in the implementation and maintenance of integrated management system in the plant
• Systematic inspection and data recording of all plant equipment with follow up to appropriate people.
• Preparation of the daily work schedule for the PPM tasks in accordance with equipment needs while utilizing CMMS to document and monitor equipment history files.
• Administers a Thermo graphic Analysis Program for all critical pieces of electrical equipments and reports results to all concerned including recommendations when required.
• Carry out specific and precise duties e.g. Basic NDT inspections
• Record all temperatures, pressures and any relevant information, which may be used for analysis from CCR.

What we are looking for

• Minimum of Ordinary National Diploma(OND) in Electrical Engineering or 5 years of work experience in Cement manufacturing. Computer literacy is essential.
• For good job performance, good communication skills, ability to work with minimal supervision, resistance to stress and ability to lead employees is required

Technical competencies:

• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations
• Good knowledge of plant equipment
• Knowledge of the Cement Process is essential
• Strong knowledge of various simple measuring tools
• Computer Literate

Behavioural competencies:

• Strong attention to details and meticulous
• Accurate and analytical
• Energetic with good amplitude for field work

Managerial competencies:

• Be able to propose and manage his own budget for the sections covered
• Must be able to lead a team of five craftsmen on specific activities