Electricians

BATUK is hiring an Electrician to join its team in Nanyuki, Kenya. This Electrician jobs in Nanyuki opportunity is ideal for qualified electrical professionals exploring BATUK careers and seeking latest Electrician vacancies.

Key Job Information

• Position: Electrician
• Location: MOB TEMBO, Archers Post Training Area, with work across BATUK estates when required, Kenya
• Department: GE Department
• Grade: 8
• Employment Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week on a flexible rolling schedule
• Reporting: Daily to the Chargehand and weekly to the Maintenance Manager
• Application Deadline: 30 August 2026 at 0000hrs

About BATUK

British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) supports training and related operations in Kenya, with electrical infrastructure and estate services requiring safe, reliable maintenance. The organisation operates within established safety, engineering and operational procedures and expects employees to demonstrate professionalism, teamwork and accountability.

Employees are expected to uphold DIO values and the BATUK charter while maintaining effective relationships with personnel, customers and suppliers. Candidates researching jobs at BATUK should be prepared for practical work across indoor and outdoor environments.

Electrician Job Description

The Electrician will carry out electrical installation, inspection, testing, maintenance and repair work across domestic and industrial installations within BATUK estates, including SSFAs. The role requires compliance with the latest BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations, relevant safety rules and established work procedures.

The successful candidate will work as part of a team or independently after receiving direction. Electrician vacancy in Nanyuki applicants must be capable of diagnosing faults, making defective equipment safe, using test equipment correctly and completing assigned work to the required standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct minor domestic and industrial electrical installation work in accordance with BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations.
• Inspect, maintain and service white goods and domestic and industrial electrical installations.
• Review maintenance records to confirm electrical infrastructure and equipment remain compliant.
• Diagnose faults and complete simple repairs on low-voltage installations and equipment.
• Identify, isolate and make safe faulty or dangerous installations using approved safety procedures.
• Operate, maintain and use electrical test equipment to verify function, operation and accuracy.
• Produce simple installation drawings, specifications and material quantities when required.
• Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in clean, safe and serviceable condition.
• Respond to emergencies and communicate required repairs, including occasional evenings, weekends or holidays.
• Complete CPD activities and support training and mentoring for apprentices and junior electricians.

Required Qualifications

• Hold at least Trade Test 1 in Electrical with a minimum of three years’ relevant working experience.
• Hold a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).
• Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot non-routine maintenance and repair problems.
• Communicate effectively in English and Kiswahili, both orally and in writing.
• Interpret and apply procedures, standards, policies and regulations relevant to electrical work.
• Demonstrate awareness of occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and respond appropriately during emergencies.
• Understand electrical safety requirements, including BS 7671 and applicable safety rules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hold a valid Kenya driving licence, Class B, C or C1.
• Have experience with maintenance, inspection and emergency repair programmes.
• Have exposure to PV panels, solar water heating or fire alarm installation programming.
• Understand Big 6 Compliance areas and relevant UK, national and local laws and codes.

Benefits and Compensation

• Full-time employment with a flexible 40-hour rolling work week.
• Opportunity to develop technical capability through role-related training and CPD.
• Training covering health and safety, first aid, fire awareness, manual handling and equipment care.
• Exposure to specialist requirements including working at height, confined spaces and asbestos training.
• Access to technical development aligned with BS 7671 and IET Wiring Regulations.
• Opportunity to support and mentor junior electricians and apprentices.

The position may require overtime, unsocial hours, driving, and work away from the normal duty station, depending on operational requirements and assigned tasks when necessary.

How to Apply for Electrician Jobs at BATUK

Candidates exploring Electrician job opportunities today should click Apply Now and complete the required application details. Applicants must also complete the PSB Survey – Electrician on the next page; applications without the survey will be rejected.

Applicants should submit complete and accurate information before the stated deadline. Latest Electrician vacancies require candidates to demonstrate four competencies: Planning and Managing Resources, Analysing and Using Evidence, Communicating and Influencing, and Working Together. Apply before 0000hrs on 30 August 2026.