Lead Electrician

Company Details
Name:ISM Africa
Industry: Non-Profit Organization Management
Description: ISM Africa is a group of companies, with interests in Manufacturing, renewable energy, trading, food security and project services. We have relationships with a number of reputable brands that serve the industrial, mining, hospitality, NGO and government markets. These partnerships ensure that our p… ISM Africa is a group of companies, with interests in Manufacturing, renewable energy, trading, food security and project services. We have relationships with a number of reputable brands that serve the industrial, mining, hospitality, NGO and government markets. These partnerships ensure that our products and services are high quality, proven, reliable, and supported. ISM Africa supply turnkey solutions to disaster response and remote operations. This includes prefabricated camps and purpose-built buildings to inflatable hospitals with total infrastructure support, COVID protection and medical supplies for application by Governments, NGOs mining and corporate development. We also offer crisis management and Search & Rescue. View more View less
Job Details
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Degree
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Engineering, Technical
Job Description

Brief Description:

  • The Lead Electrician is responsible for providing technical leadership and hands-on supervision in the installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of electrical systems across industrial and commercial projects. The role ensures that all electrical works are executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with statutory regulations, approved drawings, and company standards. The Lead Electrician oversees electricians and apprentices, coordinates project resources, enforces safety compliance, and delivers high-quality electrical solutions that meet project timelines and organizational objectives.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience, and Qualifications Required:
Essential

  • Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience as an Electrician in an industrial or commercial environment, with proven leadership or supervisory exposure.
  • Possession of a Journeyman Card or ability to obtain and maintain one within 90 days of employment.
  • Strong proficiency in sizing conductors and conduits, and practical application of the NEC Code Book.
  • Demonstrated experience handling low, medium, and high voltage systems; medium voltage experience is an added advantage.
  • Solid knowledge and hands-on experience in installing, commissioning, and motor controls, drives, and electronic components.
  •  Advanced ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
  • Proven capability in electrical equipment installation, system upgrades, and circuit modifications.
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