Betty K.
Introduction video
Candidate ID
#22
Willing to relocate
Yes
Availability
Within 2 Weeks
Passport status
Valid
Years of experience
16 Years
Preferred job titles
Industrial Electrical Technician | Powering Safety, Reliability, and Performance
Betty Adisa Kimaiyo is a seasoned Electrical and Electronics Technician with extensive experience across marine, industrial, and energy-sector operations in Kenya. Her career spans manufacturing, maritime services, bunkering operations, and vessel drydocking, where she has delivered high-reliability electrical installations, preventive maintenance programs, and rapid fault resolution in both industrial and hazardous environments. She has held technical roles with Proto Energy (Kenya) Ltd, Alba Petroleum Ltd, Southern Engineering Co. Ltd, and Alpha Logistics Services (EPZ) Kenya, supporting production lines, drydock projects, and ship-maintenance operations.
Career highlights and impact
- Commissioned and maintained generators, switchgear, MCCs, distribution boards, control panels, and instrumentation for factories, yards, and vessels, improving equipment uptime and operational continuity.
- Led preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, VFDs, compressors, pumps, welders, winches, and PLC-controlled systems, reducing breakdowns and turnaround time during critical operations.
- Executed electrical works for LPG/industrial gas projects and marine refits, including temporary power, shore connections, testing, and safe re-energization.
- Delivered compliant work in hazardous and marine environments through strict application of LOTO, permits to work, grounding/bonding, and PPE, with consistent audit-ready documentation.
- Supported commissioning, calibration, and functional testing during new installations, upgrades, and post-drydock handovers.
- Built a reputation for clear technical reporting, spare-parts control, and cross-team coordination with mechanical, production, and marine engineering teams.
Core skills
- Industrial and marine electrical systems installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance
- Power generation and distribution, ATS/UPS systems, motors and drives, control panels and instrumentation
- Electrical testing (IR, continuity, earth resistance), commissioning, and fault diagnostics
- Safety management in hazardous areas, compliance documentation, and quality assurance
- Team collaboration, job planning, and mentoring junior technicians
Professional goals
Betty aims to advance into a senior technical or supervisory role within marine and industrial engineering environments, where she can lead maintenance strategy, drive reliability improvements, and deliver safe, efficient electrical solutions for complex operations while continuing to build expertise in modern control and power systems.
Skills
Working history
Job title: Electrician
Organization: Lexo Energy (Kenya) ltd
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
From: Nov 2024 - To: Present
Roles & responsibilities:
- Installed, tested, and commissioned electrical distribution systems, control panels, lighting, and pump circuits in a hazardous (fuel) environment.
- Performed preventive maintenance and inspections on motors, breakers, ATS, generators, UPS, and earthing systems to ensure high availability.
- Diagnosed and rectified faults in dispensers, control circuits, and power distribution, reducing downtime and safety risks.
- Ensured full compliance with Kenya Power & Lighting Company connection requirements and site electrical standards.
- Enforced safety procedures in line with Occupational Safety and Health Authority (Kenya) guidelines for work in flammable zones (LOTO, permits, PPE).
- Supported instrumentation and controls: sensors, meters, and tank-gauging interfaces; carried out calibration and functional tests.
- Maintained backup power systems (generators, UPS, battery banks) and verified automatic changeover for uninterrupted operations.
- Coordinated shutdowns and upgrades with station management, fuel technicians, and contractors to minimize service disruption.
- Kept accurate maintenance logs, test records, and compliance reports for audits by Institution of Engineers of Kenya and National Petroleum Authority.
- Responded to electrical emergencies, isolated hazards, and restored safe operations promptly.
- Trained junior technicians on safe electrical practices and site-specific procedures.
Job title: Electrical Technician
Organization: Proto Energy (Kenya) ltd
Location: Nairob, Kenya
From: Sep 2021 - To: Oct 2024
Roles & responsibilities:
- Installed, tested, and commissioned electrical systems for gas cylinder manufacturing lines, automated machinery, and site infrastructure.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, VFDs, MCCs, switchgear, control panels, sensors, and instrumentation.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical faults on compressors, welders, conveyors, ovens, and PLC-controlled equipment to minimize downtime.
- Executed electrical installations and upgrades for LPG and industrial gas projects at schools and industrial sites nationwide.
- Conducted testing (IR, continuity, earth resistance) and documented results for QA, audits, and maintenance records.
- Installed and maintained backup power systems (generators, UPS) and verified ATS changeover reliability.
- Implemented safety procedures (LOTO, permits to work, PPE) for work in flammable and high-risk environments.
- Collaborated with mechanical, fabrication, and production teams on new equipment integration and line expansions.
- Maintained accurate maintenance logs, job cards, and compliance documentation; prepared technical reports for management.
- Supported commissioning, calibration, and functional testing of control and monitoring systems.
Job title: Electrician
Organization: Alpha Logistics Services (EPZ) ltd
Location: Mombasa, Kenya
From: Oct 2015 - To: Jan 2020
Roles & responsibilities:
- Installed, inspected, and maintained electrical systems for ships maintenance workshops, warehouses, yards, and logistics facilities.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, generators, switchgear, MCCs, distribution boards, lighting, and power tools.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical faults on marine auxiliary equipment, pumps, compressors, winches, and workshop machinery.
- Executed electrical works during ship repair projects, including temporary power, shore connections, and equipment hookups.
- Ensured compliance with marine and industrial safety standards, including lockout/tagout, permits to work, and hazardous-area practices.
- Tested electrical systems (insulation resistance, continuity, earth resistance) and documented results for QA and audits.
- Installed and maintained backup power systems (generators, UPS) and verified ATS changeover for critical operations.
- Supported instrumentation and controls for workshop equipment; assisted with calibration and functional testing.
- Coordinated with mechanical, marine engineering, and logistics teams to plan shutdowns and minimize operational downtime.
- Maintained accurate maintenance logs, job cards, spares usage records, and compliance documentation.
- Responded to electrical emergencies and breakdowns to restore safe operations quickly.
- Enforced housekeeping and electrical safety in workshops, yards, and onboard work areas; trained junior technicians on safe practices.
Job title: Electrical and Electronics Technician
Organization: Alba Petroleum Ltd
Location: Mombasa, Kenya
From: Nov 2011 - To: Jun 2014
Roles & responsibilities:
- Installed, inspected, and maintained electrical and electronic systems for drydock operations, bunkering equipment, and support facilities.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on generators, switchgear, MCCs, distribution boards, lighting, and shore-power systems.
- Diagnosed and repaired faults on marine auxiliary equipment, pumps, compressors, winches, and workshop machinery.
- Installed and serviced control panels, sensors, meters, and instrumentation used in fuel transfer and monitoring systems.
- Supported PLC-based and control systems: commissioning, I/O checks, calibration, and functional testing.
- Executed electrical works during vessel repairs and bunkering projects, including temporary power, equipment hookups, and cable management.
- Conducted electrical testing (insulation resistance, continuity, earth resistance) and documented results for QA and audits.
- Ensured compliance with hazardous-area and marine safety requirements.
- Maintained backup power systems (generators, UPS, battery banks) and verified ATS changeover for critical operations.
- Coordinated with marine engineers, mechanical teams, and operations to plan shutdowns and minimize downtime.
- Kept accurate maintenance logs, job cards, spares usage records, and compliance documentation.
- Responded to electrical and electronics emergencies, isolated hazards, and restored safe operations promptly.
Education
Education level: Diploma
Course: Telecommunication Engineering (Power Option)
Institute: Technical University of Mombasa
Location: Mombasa, Kenya
Year: 2002 - 2005
Education level: Secondary Education
Course: General High School Studies
Institute: Bunyore Girls Secondary School
Location: Nandi, Kenya
Year: 1998 - 2001
Training & Certification
LPG Handling Training
SAFEPRO LIMITED • 2023 - 2023
Occupational First Aid Training
SAFEPRO LIMITED • 2023 - 2023
Fire Safety Training
SAFEPRO LIMITED • 2023 - 2023