About Southpoint Holdings
Southpoint Holdings is a microfinance bank that provides savings accounts, mobile loans, business loans, and asset finance to micro and small enterprises in the coastal region of Kenya. Licensed by the Central Bank of Kenya as a microfinance bank, Southpoint was founded in 2007 and operates fourteen branches in Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi, Malindi, and Lamu. The bank serves over 60,000 depositors and has a loan book of KES 3.8 billion. Southpoint Holdings also operates agency banking through 350 agents and offers mobile banking through USSD and smartphone apps.
What you will do:
You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing electrical systems and equipment across the company's facilities, including power distribution panels, lighting systems, motors, and control circuits. Daily tasks involve conducting preventive maintenance checks, responding to breakdown reports, and troubleshooting electrical faults. You will read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and wiring diagrams to diagnose problems. The role requires you to ensure that all electrical work complies with the Kenya Electrical Wiring Code and that safety procedures, including lockout-tagout, are followed at all times. You will also install new electrical equipment, modify existing circuits, and support the facilities team during office fit-outs and renovations. Experience with both low-voltage and medium-voltage systems is an advantage. The position involves being on call for emergency repairs outside normal working hours on a rotational basis.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar position
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in relevant industry software and tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices
Applications should include an updated CV, copies of relevant certificates, and contact details of three professional referees. Southpoint Holdings offers a competitive remuneration package, medical cover, and opportunities for professional development. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
