About UEGCL:
Uganda Electricity Generation Company Ltd was incorporated in March 2001 under the Companies Act, 2012 on the basis of the Public Enterprises Reform and Divestiture Act, Cap 98 and Electricity Act, Cap 145. UEGCL is wholly owned by the Government of the Republic of Uganda. UEGCL’s key role is to – carry on the business of electric power generation and sale within Uganda or for export to neighbouring countries; build, operate and maintain Electricity Generation Plants; monitor the operation and maintenance of its Concessioned Assets – Nalubaale and Kiira Power Stations; provide Technical Support as and when required by the Government of the Republic of Uganda through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development; Implement Flagship Hydropower Plant Projects of Karuma (600MW) and Isimba (183MW; organize, support, encourage and maintain training facilities in technical and related fields, amongst others.
Job Summary: The Civil /Material Engineer will regularly inspect and report on all material production units, oversee laboratory operations, and ensure appropriate sampling and testing of all project materials including fresh concrete and aggregates for slump, temperature, density, air content, specific gravity, absorption, moisture, sieve and chemical properties. The incumbent will ensure adherence to the desired technical standards and staying up to date with new technologies and developments.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Regularly inspect and report on all material production units i.e. concrete batching plants, quarries and on and off site manufacturing units.
· Ensure appropriate sampling, testing and reporting on all materials of the project.
· The job holder will appraise contractor’s materials proposals as per specifications and independent testing.
· Ensure that the daily laboratory operations are properly executed in accordance with international standards.
· Ensure that testing equipment is kept in good condition and adjustment and calibrated at regular intervals.
· Make sure that quality assurance and quality control of all material tests on the project and test records are accurately referenced to location.
· Ensure all testing is carried out strictly as per appropriate standard so that test results cannot be disputed
· In charge of filing and indexing of records of approved materials and test results
· Prepare and submit Materials Submittal Log and summaries of laboratory/site test results
· The job holder will be handling materials quality problem and non-conformance reports
· In charge of analyzing product failure data and laboratory test results to determine causes of problems and develop solutions.
· Perform any other duties assigned to you by your supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The applicants must be hold graduate Degrees in Civil Engineering (Honors) and Postgraduate qualifications in Engineering and Management or related discipline.
· Affiliation to the relevant professional bodies will be an added advantage.
· At least five years’ of post qualification experience in a vibrant organization
· Strong professional skills and experience in design, quality control, and construction supervision.
· Familiarity with laboratory material testing standards
· Excellent planning and organizational skills
· Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
· Excellent communication, facilitation and presentation skills.
· Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, and standards
· Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
· Strong interpersonal skills and high level of integrity
· Self-drive, resilience and strong attention to detail and highly organized
· Computer literacy i.e. Proficiency in Microsoft Office
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications with copies of their academic documents and detailed CVs indicating two referees and their full addresses to:
The Chief Executive Officer,
Uganda Electricity Generation Company Ltd (UEGCL),
3rd Floor, UEDCL Tower,
Plot 37 Nakasero Road,
P.O. Box 75831, Kampala. Uganda
Or to the Company’s branch office
Plot 18-20 Faraday Road, Amberley Estate,
P.O. Box 1101, Jinja Uganda
Deadline: Friday, 6th November, 2015 by 5.00 p.m.