Maintenance Electrical And Automation Technician

• Must have a specific and thorough underpinning knowledge of the electrical systems that constitute the complete electrical installation of the site, as will be under his team’s responsibility.
• To provide support to the Lead Electrical and Automation Technician with ensuring compliance with the requirements of all applicable GSK Global Engineering Standards (GES).
• Ensure that all Electrical work is carried out by following the correct steps and precautions and ensure that all tests, inspections, and installations are in accordance with:
• Relevant international standards
• National standards
• Statutory requirements
• National legislation
• Equipment manufacturer’s guidance/recommendations
• Provide immediate maintenance support in case of any electrical and/or electrical failure.
• Support with keeping all electrical vendors and suppliers up to date in terms of Safety File adherence, TPO and SLA agreements.
• Conduct regular training and develop Standard Work Instructions for the department to improve on breakdown reaction time and plant operations.
• Projects - Plan and implement improvement projects. Support in developing URSs for electrical reticulation, during installation and commissioning/validation.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules for all instruments/control systems to minimize downtime.
• Develop and maintain in-house validation/calibration set-up to complete all validations/calibrations in compliance with GQPs / GQMPs/GES on time and at optimum cost.
• Responsible for OT, automation, and control support to the site.
• Develop a backup strategy for all instruments/systems, to reduce plant downtime
• Determine and develop local vendors for all instruments/systems supply & service
• Conduct regular training for other technicians/operators on instrumentation/automation to improve plant operation
• Liaise with other departments e.g., Operations, QA and stores to implement all the unplanned and planned activities
• Projects - Plan and implement improvement projects. Support in developing URSs for instrumentation/control systems, during installation and commissioning/validation
• Comply with all engineering standards
• Adherence to Electrical and Mechanical Safety requirements
• Supports OE initiatives
• Ensures equipment is maintained and running to required quality standards (SOP)

Qualifications & Skills:                       

• N6 Trade Test Certificate or Diploma in Automation/Electrical /Electronic/Instrumentation Engineering/HV/LV
• At least 3 years experience in Electrical maintenance and Automation and control. Working experience on PLCs.
• Computer literacy
• Basic Automation experience

Advantageous skills/requirements

• Pharmaceutical/Manufacturing/Packaging background
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to problem solve.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Self-motivated.
• Initiative.
• Ability to work under pressure to the deadline.
• Ability to work overtime and shift work when required.
• Desire to learn