Date: 13/04/2026

Gisovu Tea Co. Ltd in Karongi District is seeking to recruit suitably qualified, detail oriented, dynamic and self-motivated person to fill the following vacant position.

JOB TITLE: CHIEF FACTORY ELECTRICIAN 

Reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for: -

a)Carrying out rewinding of motors and other electrical equipment.

b)Carrying out trouble shooting and rectifying the faults as and when required.

c)Participating in installation of electrical systems.

d)Carrying out wiring of equipment and commissioning as per approved procedures.

e)Maintaining electrical equipment within the set quality standards.

f)Ensuring sound maintenance of generator and operating as required.

g)Ensuring availability of power as required.

h)Participating in electrical modification as per approved procedures.

I)Observing and complying with environmental, health and safety and hygiene standards.

j)Verifying electrical spare parts received in the stores.

k)Liaise with other departments in maintenance of equipment

l)Implementing preventive maintenance program as per approved procedure.

m)Observing and complying with Quality and Food Safety Standards.

n)Performing any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills & experience: -

• Minimum of advanced diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Electrical Engineering / Electrical Technology) from a recognized institution.
• At least Six (6) years working experience in electrical works. Those with tea processing experience will have added advantage.
• Computer literate.

Interested candidates who meet the above minimum requirements for this job are requested to send their applications accompanied with detailed C.V, copies of testimonials / certificates, names and addresses of at least three (3) referees to the address below; to reach not later than 30th April 2026.

Online applications should be emailed in PDF format to hr@gisovu.silverbacktea.org

Posted applications should be addressed to:

THE GENERAL MANAGER

GISOVU TEA CO. LTD

P.O. BOX 60, KARONGI

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.