Job Title: Graduate Trainee – Substation Maintenance (No Experience Jobs)
Organisation: Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is a limited liability company incorporated in Uganda under the Companies Act. UEDCL owns the 33KV and below voltage electricity distribution networks and all the operational assets associated with the business.
Job Summary: To provide support to the Substation Maintenance team by assisting in basic maintenance activities, learning about substation systems, and participating in inspections and troubleshooting tasks under supervision. The trainee will gain practical knowledge in substation operations, maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and fault diagnosis.
Impact
Through hands-on learning and mentorship, the Graduate Trainee contributes to the safe and reliable operation of substations while building foundational skills to become a competent electrical engineer in the power distribution sector.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in routine inspection and cleaning of substation equipment (e.g., transformers, circuit breakers, isolators).
- Shadow technicians and engineers during preventive maintenance tasks.
- Observe fault diagnosis procedures and assist with basic tasks such as reading test equipment.
- Help document symptoms of faults or performance anomalies in substation systems.
- Learn and follow electrical safety standards, lock-out/tag-out procedures, and PPE usage.
- Participate in daily toolbox talks and safety briefings.
- Learn how to use tools, instruments, and maintenance management systems.
- Attend internal training programs on substation components and testing practices.
- Record activities in a trainee logbook including site visits, tasks participated in, and learnings gained.
- Assist in updating maintenance records and organizing test reports.
- Work closely with technicians, engineers, and supervisors to support ongoing maintenance schedules.
- Attend departmental meetings and contribute where appropriate.
Expected Output
- Demonstrated understanding of substation equipment and maintenance principles.
- Active participation in scheduled inspections and maintenance exercises.
- Adherence to safety and compliance requirements.
- Accurate and timely trainee reports detailing learning progress and exposure.
- Improved knowledge and readiness for more advanced engineering responsibilities.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a closely related field.
- Must have graduated within the last three (3) years from a recognized institution
Experience
- No professional experience required.
Competencies
- Basic understanding of power systems and electrical distribution principles.
- Willingness to work in outdoor and high-voltage environments.
- Eagerness to learn, with strong attention to detail and safety.
- Good communication skills and a collaborative attitude.
- Ability to follow instructions and maintain accurate records.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online through the UEDCL jobs portal.
Deadline: 27th June 2025
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