Job description
Electrical Technician (Trainer) – Contract Opportunity with PERSOL
Join PERSOL as an Electrical Technician who also thrives as a trainer. This contract role is based in the East Region of Singapore and offers a compelling SGD salary range while you shape the skills of our production teams. You’ll combine hands-on electrical expertise with structured training delivery to enhance equipment reliability, safety, and maintenance standards across busy manufacturing lines.
In this role, you will bridge theory and practice by delivering practical, safety-focused training to technicians and operators. You will develop and customize training materials, lead engaging sessions, and assess learner progress to certify competencies. Collaborating with engineers, maintenance planners, and line supervisors, you will standardize procedures, update manuals, and support onboarding for new hires and temporary staff. A strong emphasis on safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement will be essential as you help reduce downtime and boost overall line performance.
To succeed, you should be proactive, adaptable to shift schedules, and comfortable working across multiple lines within the East Region. If you are passionate about teaching, electrical systems, and the craft of on-the-floor training, this contract opportunity with PERSOL is your chance to influence the next generation of technicians while advancing your career in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Responsibility
- Deliver engaging electrical training sessions for technicians and operators on wiring, control systems, drives, instrumentation, and safety.
- Assess learning needs, develop training materials, and tailor programs to equipment lines and production schedules.
- Lead hands-on troubleshooting sessions on electrical panels, PLCs, sensors, circuit diagrams, and motor control.
- Monitor trainee progress, provide constructive feedback, and document competencies for certification programs.
- Collaborate with engineers and maintenance teams to standardize procedures and create clear operating manuals.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, lockout-tagout procedures, risk assessments, and incident reporting.
- Support onboarding of new hires and temporary staff, maintaining training calendars and records.
- Assist in equipment audits and recommend improvements to reduce downtime and enhance reliability.
Qualification
- Diploma or technical certificate in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- 2+ years of hands-on electrical maintenance or technician experience; training experience is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, motor drives, PLCs, instrumentation, and control circuits.
- Proven ability to design and deliver technical training and assess learner performance.
- Familiarity with safety standards (IEC 60204-1 and local regulations) and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Excellent communication, mentoring, and classroom or on-site training skills.
- Ability to work under contract, adapt to production shifts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Proficient in reading schematics and wiring diagrams and using basic electrical testing tools.