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Job Title:  Electrical Engineer

Organisation: Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About the Company:

Uganda Revenue Authority is a semi-autonomous Government Agency under the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development that is mandated to assess, collect and account for Government Tax and Non-Tax Revenue.

Job Summary:  Ensure efficient functioning of all electrical and electronic installations in different facilities of URA.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

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;
  • have standardised TORs,
  • 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.

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, Skills and Experience:

Essential Requirements 

• An Honor’s Bachelor’s degree or its equivalency of a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized academic institution.
• At least three (03) years’ experience in electrical maintenance and repairs, electrical design, construction supervision and related works
• 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

How to Apply:

• Visit this URA link, Click Here to view the detailed job description then click Apply Online.
• Upon submission of your application, you will receive an acknowledgement notification via email. Please ensure that your mailbox has adequate space.
• In case you are not able to complete the application process, you will be required to save your work and the information captured will be saved in your login. This will enable you to resume and complete your application at any time/date within the application period.
• Applicants are required to scan and attach copies of all the requisite academic documents such as Degree Transcripts; A’ level, O’ level Certificates, or any other certification attained. Any qualification which is not attached will not be considered.
• Academic documents of the successful candidates will be vetted and background checks conducted. Applicants that do not possess authentic academic documents will not be considered.
• Any applicant with forged academic documents will be charged in the relevant courts of law.
• Candidates who submit falsified information will be automatically disqualified.
• Degree holders SHOULD NOT apply for Fleet Assistant, Office Assistant and any other position whose job requirements are at diploma level and below.
• ONLY online applications using the link provided above will be considered.
• Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
• In case of any inquires please send an e-mail to recruitment@ura.go.ug. or call 0323443643.

Deadline: 10th September 2024

NB: URA is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge money for recruitment

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