• Application Deadline:
• Position: Power Plant Electrical Technician



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 - 10 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Engineering / Technical 
  
  

Job Purpose

• Responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all electrical systems and equipment in the refinery and power generation areas to ensure uninterrupted power supply and safe operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot low, medium, and high-voltage electrical systems (415 V, 6.6 kV, 11 kV).


• Perform routine maintenance of switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, and generators.


• Support power generation and distribution for gas turbine and HRSG systems.


• Inspect and maintain excitation systems, battery banks, UPS, and protective relays.


• Diagnose faults using multimeters, insulation testers, and relay testing equipment.


• Maintain motor control circuits for pumps, fans, conveyors, and process units.


• Assist in installation of new electrical panels, cable terminations, and earthing systems.


• Carry out calibration and testing of protection relays and synchronization panels.


• Ensure compliance with refinery electrical safety codes (LOTO, PTW).


• Maintain documentation of all electrical maintenance work.

Qualifications

• Trade Test 1/ National Diploma in Electrical or Power Engineering.


• 5–10 years of hands-on experience in refinery, thermal, or gas turbine power plants.


• Certification in Electrical Safety, HV Switching, or OEM turbine systems is desirable.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of electrical distribution in refinery or power plant environments.


• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills in motor control and turbine generator systems.


• Familiarity with SCADA/DCS-integrated electrical control systems.


• Ability to interpret single-line diagrams, control schematics, and loop drawings.


• Understanding of safety practices in hazardous/explosive areas (ATEX/IECEx).