Electrical Technician (B-A) at PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc

PZ Cussons is a dynamic consumer products group and innovator of some of the world's best known and loved brands. Calling on over 130 years of expertise, we operate internationally in carefully selected developed and emerging markets that present the greatest strategic potential for future growth. Our world-class supply chain and distribution networks enable us to meet our global consumer needs and deliver quality brands that add value and enhance everyday lives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Electrical Technician (B-A)

Job ID: JR002722
Location: Aba, Abia
Department: Engineering Services  
Reporting Relationships: Reports to Electrical/Engineering Manager

Job Purpose
Why does the job exist?

• To tackle all electrical breakdown on time solving problems and reporting activities to his engineer.
• Ensure minimum downtime.

Dimensions

• Return on Investment
• Customer Satisfaction
• Turn Around Time
• Strategic Alliances with different institutions
• To tackle all electrical engineering breakdowns on his shift.
• To liaise with outgoing/incoming shift technicians the state of plants.
• To ensure maximum utilization of electricians.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety at work.
• Liaise with day shift electrical technicians and electrical engineer.
• Carry out other assignments that may arise from time to time.
• The provision of on-the-job training for all subordinate staff.
• The control and discipline of subordinate staff.
• To inform the subordinates of their job responsibilities and systematically appraise the levels of their performance on their jobs.
• To communicate effectively with other supervisors on matters of organisational interest.
• Advising immediate boss on up-to-date developments in one’s areas of responsibilities.

Principal Accountabilities
The key outputs of the job:

• Any requirement for organizing & planning including own work and the allocation of resources
• Typical decisions made and if they are advisory or directly responsible for the outcome
• To ensure minimum disruption to production.
• To ensure correct handover procedure resulting in exact control.
• Gainful employment of subordinates.
• Organised housekeeping.
• Correctly reporting state of affairs.
• No failure to carry out such assignment.
• All subordinate staff is trained on the job to possess adequate knowledge, skill and attitude for effectiveness on their present and other related jobs in their sections.
• All subordinates understand the importance of safe working conditions, able to effectively use fire-fighting and first-aid equipment when necessary.
• No serious breach of discipline of industrial unrest through failure to implement group personnel policies.
• All subordinates have agreed job descriptions upon which their levels of performance are accessed in accordance with group procedures.
• No obvious failure due to defective liaison.
• No failure to advise management about changes or developments as they occur. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• OND / HND / BSc Degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering.
• Software Knowledge.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years work experience in a similar position
• Ability to withstand stress and work under pressure
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to withstand stress and work under pressure.

Internal & External Relationships:

• Identify the most significant ones
• Attach a preferred suppliers list if available
• Detail which networks the jobholder will be part of e.g., finance, category
• Engr. Manager, Maintenance Mgr.,
• Technicians, Production Workers
• Engr Spare Store Etc.

Key Attributes
Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Key Activities:

• To be aware of the hazards in the workplace within his control, and the control measures to reduce the risk associated with those hazards.
• Achieve 85% of action closure arising from monthly HSE inspection.
• Achieve 95% compliance with behaviour-based safety (BBS) walk around.
• Train 65% of the workforce on safety awareness.
• nd Presentation Skills
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Ability to withstand stress and work under pressure.

Application Closing Date
26th March, 2026.