About US:
Established in 1988, the MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS is an internationally recognized center of excellence for research on HIV infection and related diseases, contributing knowledge on the revolving epidemic, the evaluation of innovative health care options, treatment and prevention, and the development of health policy and practice in Africa and worldwide. The Unit’s head offices are located at the Uganda Virus Research Institute- Entebbe Campus, and the main research activities in Masaka, Kalungu, Kampala and Wakiso districts, including the peri-urban areas of Entebbe.
Job Summary: The MRC/UVRI Engineering Assistant will be responsible for all the electrical and HVAC equipment & infrastructure of the Unit and ensure its functionality at all times across all the field stations. The incumbent will also conduct a scheduled maintenance programme and ensure that planned maintenance outages are aligned with research activity to minimise disruption. The job holder will also ensure all electrical and power installations are safe, secure and adequately maintained.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
Ensuring that maintenance works that are carried out are of high standard and best practice.
Perform planned maintenance works of electrical equipment and HVAC as per scheduled.
Ensuring that all activities and installations comply with best practice in electrical installation and relevant electrical safety standards.
Regularly inspect and keep in good order, the Unit’s electrical and HVAC installations to ensure their continued availability and serviceability.
Actively monitor the status of the nitrogen plant and nitrogen stocks at the MRC Entebbe facility.
Responsible for monitoring the service hours’ status of MRC nitrogen plant, air conditioners and freezers.
Ensure quick response to all emergency repairs service for all breakdowns and outages promptly and efficiently and ensure “on call” maintenance emergency support 24/7.
Carry out routine service of freezers, water stills, air conditioners and generators in Entebbe.
Ensure the safety of the MRC workshop facility in Entebbe.
Respond quickly to electrical installation and HVAC faults reported in Masaka, Kyamulibwa, Kampala and Entebbe.
Ensure that the sample temperature monitoring system is operational and produce test-runs weekly.
Regularly check on the operation/working order of toilets, doors, windows, fasteners, switches and the general condition of all Entebbe MRC buildings.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate for the MRC vacancy should hold a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognised institution
Practical experience with Electrical, Refrigeration and ventilation equipment (cold store) and installations & maintenance of solar power
A minimum of five years’ experience in a busy industrial setting
Proficiency in measuring instruments and hands-on experience in wiring and installing electrical switchgear
Possess the ability to use a computer and write reports
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their application letters, curriculum vitae including names, email addresses and telephone contact details of three professional referees and copies of academic qualifications via E-mail to: recruitment@mrcuganda.org.
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Deadline: 20th February 2015