Main purpose of the job:
The British High Commission (BHC) Kigali delivers on the UK’s policy, programming and political objectives in Rwanda and Burundi. This is led by the High Commissioner (Ambassador in Burundi) supported by a Development Director and four implementation teams. The UK’s overall objective is to help build a Rwanda that is stable, open and prosperous: where all its people benefit from prosperity; where Rwanda has strong and productive relationships with its neighbours; and where Rwanda is a driving force for peace, security and greater development in the region.
We are seeking to appoint an Electrician to work in the Technical Works Group (TWG) and manage the British High Commission’s electrical needs across the estate to ensure full compliance with FCDO’s electrical and health and safety standards.
The Electrician will be supervised by the Technical Work Group Leader (TWGL) and will work closely with the Estates and Technical Team to support the safe, reliable and effective operation and maintenance of electrical systems across residential and non-residential properties.
You will combine technical electrical skills with the ability to plan and manage projects, prioritise tasks and be available on call as required.
The jobholder will be expected to:Â
- Respond promptly to electrical maintenance requests from property occupants and carry out fault finding, repairs, installations and preventive maintenance as directed by the TWGL.
- Carry out routine inspections and maintenance of electrical installations, including distribution boards, lighting, switches, sockets, protective devices, earthing systems and other associated electrical equipment.
- Identify electrical faults and safety concerns, recommend appropriate corrective action and escalate significant defects or risks to the TWGL or Estates Manager.
- Support the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQs), technical specifications, scopes of work and material requirements for electrical maintenance, repair and minor project works.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records relating to planned preventive maintenance (PPM), key performance indicators (KPIs), Property Compliance Assessments (PCA) and Post Data Capture (PDC), as well as other Estates maintenance and compliance activities.
- Monitor electrical spare parts, tools and consumable materials to ensure that appropriate stock levels are maintained and that obsolete or damaged items are identified and disposed of through the appropriate process.
- Support the effective management of the Estates workshop and technical stores, including accurate recording of materials and equipment issued and returned.
- Assist in maintaining accurate asset and equipment inventories across residential and non-residential properties and report changes to the Estates Manager.
- Supervise and monitor contractors undertaking electrical and generator works, where required, ensuring that works are completed in accordance with the agreed scope, technical specifications, quality standards, health and safety requirements and applicable organisational standards.
- Verify completed electrical works, identify defects or incomplete items and support appropriate follow-up before works are accepted.
- Prepare and update technical drawings, maintenance information, specifications and technical reports where required.
- Provide technical input into the procurement of electrical materials, equipment and contracted services, including checking that proposed materials are appropriate for the intended installation.
- Coordinate with other members of the Estates and Technical Team where electrical work forms part of wider building maintenance, refurbishment or repair activities.
- Support emergency and urgent maintenance interventions relating to electrical systems when required.
- Promote safe working practices and ensure that electrical works are undertaken using appropriate tools, PPE, isolation procedures and risk-control measures.
- Maintain tools and test equipment in good working condition and report defective or unsafe equipment.
- Provide practical guidance and supervision to other technical staff or contractors when assigned to electrical works.
- Undertake other reasonable duties related to Estates, facilities and technical maintenance, including manual-handling tasks such as moving and handling materials, tools, equipment and furniture, as assigned by the Line Manager, TWGL or Estates Manager. Such tasks must be undertaken in accordance with relevant risk assessments, safe working procedures and the jobholder’s training, using appropriate handling aids or team assistance where required.
1 Hold one of the following qualifications and levels of relevant experience:
- A2 in Electrical Installation, Electrical Technology, Electricity or a closely related technical discipline, with at least five years’ relevant practical experience in electrical installation, maintenance and repair works; or
- A1/Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline, with at least two years’ relevant practical experience.
2. Demonstrable practical experience in the installation, maintenance, fault finding and repair of electrical systems in residential and non-residential properties.
3. Good knowledge of electrical distribution systems, including distribution boards, protective devices, lighting systems, sockets, switches, earthing systems and associated electrical installations.
4. Ability to diagnose electrical faults safely and undertake appropriate corrective and preventive maintenance.
5. Good understanding of electrical health and safety requirements, safe systems of work and appropriate use of personal protective equipment.
6. Ability to interpret electrical drawings, technical specifications, equipment manuals and maintenance instructions.
7. Experience in preparing or contributing to Bills of Quantities (BOQs), material schedules, technical specifications and estimates for electrical maintenance and minor works.
8. At least three years’ experience in a supervisory or team-leading role, including oversight of contractors or technicians undertaking maintenance or installation works.
9. Good organisational, record-keeping and communication skills, with the ability to prioritise maintenance requests and coordinate multiple works.
10. Basic computer literacy, including good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.
11. Ability to maintain accurate records relating to planned preventive maintenance (PPM), statutory/compliance inspections, maintenance activities, materials and assets.
12. Valid Rwanda driving licence, Category B.
- Experience maintaining electrical installations in residential properties, offices or other non-residential premises.
- Knowledge of AutoCAD or other relevant computer-aided design/drawing software.
- Knowledge of internationally recognised electrical health and safety principles and good industry practice.
- Experience in the maintenance of generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS), UPS systems, stabilisers or other backup power systems, where applicable.
- Basic knowledge of technical procurement, including preparation of specifications, assessment of materials/equipment and verification of electrical works delivered by contractors.
- Experience working within a facilities management, estates or building maintenance environment
monthly
Learning and development opportunities
BHC Kigali has a strong learning and development offer and is committed to staff development. Finance staff also benefit from an extensive regional/global network which presents a range of L&D opportunities. Â Previous job holders have received FCDO support to gain or maintain professional accounting qualifications.
Please ensure that your application is authentically written based on your own experiences. If AI tools are used, their usage must only be limited to specific tasks such as ensuring formatting consistency and keyword relevance. The core content, personal narratives, and responses to behaviour and skill-based questions must genuinely reflect your professional journey, experiences, and achievements. We place great importance on originality and individual effort throughout the application process. Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.
The British High Commission will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position
Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Kigali are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Rwanda
All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit
The responsibility lies on the successful candidate to;
1.Obtain the relevant permit
2.Pay the fees for the permit
3.Make arrangements to relocate
4.Meet the costs to relocation
Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
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Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates
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Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate
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