JOB ROLE/ PURPOSE:
Ensure efficient functioning of all electrical and electronic installations in different facilities of URA.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Ensure that all Equipment in the facility are well maintained and in good working condition
• Ensure that all Power equipment, Air conditioning equipment, Lighting and other Electrical systems are in kept in good working condition.
• Carryout routine inspections in line with standard procedures to mitigate breakdowns.
• Carry out approved new installation works and repairs to the existing equipment/systems.
• Ensure approved, timely and proper decommissioning of obsolete equipment/systems.
• Participate in carrying out Preventive maintenance on all equipment in the regions and maintain logs and reports of the same.
• Work with service providers/contractors to ensure value for money and standardised equipment/systems
• Ensure that URA Electrical equipment and systems;
o have standardised TORs,
o Are developed as per guidelines of the best industry practise
• Prepare and submit reports as may be required by the Supervisor Facilities Management
• Provide Guidance to Management, PDU and other stakeholders on applicable “green’ initiatives.
2. Plan and manage the performance and development of staff under supervision so as to improve their productivity
• Develop performance agreements with all staff under supervision
• Monitor staff performance and provide guidance and periodic feedback for performance improvement
• Assess the training and development needs of staff under supervision and recommend appropriate interventions
• Provide coaching and mentoring support to staff under supervision
• Initiate and implement activities/programs intended to create and harness teamwork in the facilities management unit
Qualifications
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Essential Requirements
• a) An Honor’s Bachelor’s degree or its equivalency of a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized academic institution.
• b) At least three (03) years’ experience in electrical maintenance and repairs, electrical design, construction supervision and related works
• c) An impeccable record of integrity and professionalism
• Desirable Requirements
• Membership / affiliation with Uganda Institution of Professional Engineers
Knowledge
• Sound knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of procurement laws and regulations
• Ability to assess, and plan for required resources
• Skill in budgeting for required resources
• Possess thorough knowledge of facilities low & medium voltage electrical distribution systems including transformers, MCC’s, generators, ATS’, UPS’ etc.
• Possessing good knowledge of the latest NEC codes with ability to read and interpret design drawings and specifications
• Knowledge in CAD
• Advanced computer literacy (Word, spreadsheet, presentation)
SPECIFIC SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
The incumbent should be able to demonstrate;
• The Ability to develop, communicate the vision, motivate and influence a team of professionals towards the realization of a team’s mandate
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Pays attention to details
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to work with and develop teams.
• Stakeholder management
Job application procedure
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More Information
- Address Kampala, Uganda, East Africa
