Electrical Technician (4)

at Abacus Pharma(A) Limited
Location Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted June 22, 2026
Category Electrician
Engineering
Job Type Full-time
Currency UGX

Description

JOB IDENTIFICATION:

Department: Engineering         

Reporting to: Engineering Electrical Supervisor

POSITION PURPOSE:

An electrical technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment in APDL. They ensure all work complies with safety standards and electrical codes.

JOB ROLES AND EXPECTATIONS:

Key Result AreaKey Roles / Duties
Technical role
  1. Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, systems, and equipment
  2. Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
  3. Troubleshoot electrical issues using testing devices (multimeters, voltmeters, etc.)
  4. Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems
  5. Inspect electrical components such as transformers, circuit breakers, and panels
  6. Ensure compliance with local and national electrical codes
  7. Diagnose malfunctioning systems and implement corrective actions
  8. Maintain accurate maintenance and service records
  9. Follow safety procedures, company policies and SOPs.
  10. Ensure that Maintenance Department targets are being met such as minimum down time and break downs.
  11. Conducting root cause analyses to identify machinery issues and diagnostic support
  12. Review standard maintenance tasks and other relevant documents and to drive continuous improvement and efficiency.
  13. Maintain an understanding of the principles of GMP as applied to plant and equipment.
  14. Inspect facilities periodically to determine problems and necessary maintenance.
  15. Providing daily report to supervisor / Manager
Records1.     All work done record align with SOPs. 

2.     Breakdown record and root cause analysis.

Any other Duties1.     Ensure that any other duty assigned by supervisor / Line manager in line with Management expectations.

AUTHORITIES:

  1. To inspect entire facilities building and equipment.
  2. To install equipment against plan.
  3. To maintenance and do repair work as per SOPs.
  4. To use maintenance module in ERP.

COMPETENCIES:

Technical Knowledge/Skills: 

 

  1. Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and safety standards.
  2. Ability to read electrical drawings and blue prints
  3. Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  4. Analytical and decision-making skills.
  5.  Computer literate
  6. Physical stamina and ability to work in different areas

 

Behavioral / Attitude Competencies: 

 

  1.  Result-oriented
  2. Teamwork
  3. Self-Motivated
  4. ble to adapt to unpredictable event.
  5. Stay calm under pressure
  6. Proactive and reliable.
  7. Customer focus
  8.  Open and decisive.
  9.  Responsible

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

  • Diploma in 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

Applying Instructions

Interested candidates are requested to submit their curriculum vitae (CV) and academic credentials to apdlug.careers@abacuspharma.com no later than 7th July 2026 at 5:00 PM.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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