Electrician – Commercial Agricultural Business

OVERVIEW

A large commercial agricultural business is seeking a qualified and experienced Electrician to install, maintain, inspect, and repair electrical systems across its farming operations in Southern Malawi.

The successful candidate will help ensure the safe and reliable operation of electrical equipment, irrigation systems, motors, generators, and other farm machinery. Applicants with previous experience working on farms or agricultural estates will have an added advantage.

JOB TYPE: Full Time

Date Posted: Thursday, 22nd October 2026

Application Deadline: Sunday, 1st November 2026

Duty Station: Southern Malawi, including Namadzi and Namwera

Travel Requirement: Travel between farms is required.

JOB SUMMARY

The Electrician will be responsible for maintaining electrical installations and equipment across the company’s agricultural operations. The role involves diagnosing electrical faults, carrying out repairs, performing preventive maintenance, testing equipment, and ensuring compliance with electrical safety procedures.

The ideal candidate should have practical electrical experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently while responding promptly to urgent repairs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and distribution systems.
• Diagnose electrical faults and respond promptly to breakdowns.
• Maintain motors, irrigation pumps, starters, control panels, and electrical systems for farm machinery.
• Support the installation and maintenance of generators and changeover systems.
• Carry out preventive maintenance to minimise equipment downtime.
• Test electrical installations and equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and identify the spare parts and materials required.
• Follow electrical safety procedures, including proper isolation of electrical supplies before carrying out work.
• Travel between farms within Southern Malawi as required.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• A recognised trade qualification or certificate in Electrical Installation, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Professional Experience

• Proven practical experience working as an electrician.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and independently diagnose electrical faults.
• Experience working with single-phase and three-phase electrical systems, motors, and control circuits.

Additional Advantages

• Previous experience working on farms or agricultural estates.
• Experience with solar systems, irrigation equipment, or industrial electrical installations.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and respond to urgent repairs.
• Reliability, responsibility, and practical technical competence.
• Willingness to travel between farms across Southern Malawi.
• A valid driving licence.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their CV and a brief cover letter by email.

Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: Sunday, 1st November 2026.

Applicants are encouraged to highlight their electrical qualifications, practical experience, troubleshooting abilities, and any experience with agricultural equipment or irrigation systems.