Electrical Engineer
ALAF Limited TanzaniaJob Description
Electrical Engineer at ALAF Limited Tanzania
ALAF Limited Tanzania is seeking a qualified Electrical Engineer to support the reliable, safe and efficient operation of electrical systems, machinery and equipment at its manufacturing plant in Dar es Salaam. The position focuses on electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and continuous improvement of plant operations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting electrical equipment reliability, addressing recurring faults and coordinating maintenance activities. The role also requires effective collaboration with contractors and equipment suppliers while ensuring that all electrical work meets required safety, environmental and statutory standards.
Responsibilities include:
- Ensure the reliable, safe and efficient operation of plant electrical systems, machinery and equipment.
- Plan and supervise preventive and predictive electrical maintenance programmes to minimise unplanned downtime.
- Troubleshoot and resolve faults affecting electrical control systems, drives, motors, switchgear and instrumentation.
- Interpret electrical drawings and schematics to diagnose faults and specify repairs or modifications.
- Lead root-cause analysis of recurring electrical breakdowns and implement lasting engineering solutions.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on plant operations, energy efficiency and equipment reliability.
- Manage electrical spare parts planning and coordinate with contractors and equipment suppliers.
- Ensure all electrical work complies with plant safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
Qualifications required:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- Relevant experience in electrical maintenance or plant engineering within a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
- Sound knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance systems and electrical fault diagnosis.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and equipment manuals.
- Working knowledge of PLCs, variable frequency drives, motors, switchgear and industrial instrumentation.
- Registration with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB) is an added advantage.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Firm commitment to plant safety standards.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online through the ALAF/Safal Group recruitment portal using the application link below:
Apply for Electrical Engineer – ALAF/Safal Group Recruitment Portal
Job Details:
- Position: Electrical Engineer
- Company: ALAF Limited Tanzania
- Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Deadline: 23 September 2026
Qualified candidates should submit their applications before the stated deadline. This opportunity is suitable for an Electrical Engineer with relevant industrial experience who can contribute to equipment reliability, effective maintenance and safe, efficient manufacturing operations.
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About the Company
The company was established in October 1960 with an initial objective of developing the ‘Aluminium and Steel Industrial Complex’ in Tanzania. Since then, ALAF (formerly called Aluminium Africa Limited) has established itself as a leading producer of steel roofing and related products in the country. In its endeavor to provide world class roofing products, ALAF Limited graduated to using Aluminium-Zinc steel coating technology in 2010, thus manufacturing roof sheeting that offers a much longer service life than traditional zinc coated (so called “galvanized”) steel. ALAF was also the first company to start a steel tube mill In Tanzania (in 1971), the first company to introduce customized Z-Purlins (in 2013) and the first company to introduce deformed bars in customized sizes (in 2012). Today ALAF offers a wide range of Roofing products, Pipes & Hollow sections, Aluminium-Zinc coated steel coil, Cold-rolled products, Structural Steel and Engineering products. ALAF Limited also offers pre-painted roofing sheets made from coils sourced from our sister company Safal Steel in South Africa. These coils are produced in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and are one of the finest available anywhere in the world. ALAF is committed to delivering value for money to its customers, by offering not just products, but roofing and building solutions that carry a quality assurance from ALAF for complete peace of mind. ALAF Limited is the first and the only company in its category in Tanzania to be accredited with ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:2005 based on its quality standards and commitment towards the environment. Its products also conform to the Tanzania Bureau of Standards.
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