Electrical Technician – Golden Penny Foods at Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc was incorporated in September 1960 as a private limited liability company, and commenced operations in 1962 with an installed capacity of 600 metric tons per day. The Company was converted to a public limited liability company in 1978, and its shares were subsequently listed on The Nigerian Stock Exchange. In its 54 year history, Flour Mills has remained at the forefront of wheat milling in Nigeria. The Company’s flagship brand, Golden Penny, remains one of the best known and the preferred brands amongst bakers, confectioneries and consumers in Nigeria. Flour Mills has invested over N25billion in milling infrastructure over the last seven years, to maintain its competitive advantage. Today, Flour Mills has a rated milling capacity of over 8,000 metric tons per day, making it one of the largest single site mills in the world. The Company’s flagship mill located in Apapa, Lagos comprises of 10 integrated mills. Each mill was designed as a multilevel operation in order to optimize the use of gravity in the sifting process, thereby reducing the energy requirements. In addition, the Company maintains dedicated mills to the processing of different wheat varieties to produce different flour types. This has ensured consistent quality of its products for 50 years. The Apapa Mill also boasts of modern silos with a storage capacity to 191,000 metric tons. Flour Mills has also made significant investments in power generation. The Company has 11 General Electric (GE) Jenbacher gas generators at its Apapa Mills, with a combined capacity of 30 megawatts. This has enabled the company to reduce the occurrence of production stoppages. In addition, the Company has a 30megawatt diesel plant at the same site to act as a backup in the event of any shortage of feedstock to the gas generators.
Purpose

The Electrical Technician will support operational efficiency and business objectives by carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance activities, including the installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures within the factory and office facilities.

The Job

Participate in the installation and commissioning of electrical equipment and machinery within the factory and office environment.
Carry out routine preventive maintenance on electrical wiring, equipment, appliances, and fixtures.
Inspect electrical systems, components, and equipment to identify hazards, defects, and maintenance requirements.
Diagnose electrical faults, determine root causes of breakdowns, and implement effective corrective actions.
Maintain and repair electrical systems to ensure optimal equipment performance and reliability.
Identify electrical equipment or installations that may pose safety risks and recommend appropriate corrective measures.

Qualifications

5 O-Level credits, including Mathematics and English/ NABTEB, or Trade Test Grade.
NABTEB / City & Guilds (C&G) in a related discipline.

Experience:

Minimum of two (2) years' relevant experience in electrical maintenance and repairs.
Experience working with automated production lines will be an added advantage.

The Person Must:

Possess strong electrical troubleshooting and fault-diagnosis skills.
Have a sound understanding of industrial electrical systems, control panels, and electrical installations.
Demonstrate knowledge of electrical safety standards and maintenance best practices.