Monday 23 September 2013

Jobs at Umeme - Customer Service Engineer

Job Title: Customer Service Engineer

Job Purpose

Delivery of Engineering Services for all customers

Interrelationships
Works Closely with District Managers in Districts which CSE has responsibility for.
Has functional responsibility for all things technical within districts and as such has direct dealing with O&M engineer and Metering Engineer and Oversight of their deliveries
Works closely with Contractor Manager

Principal Accountabilities
Systematic management of all resources, People, Materials and Processes
Ensuring customers are connected to target times and in a network efficacious manner
Ensuring Asset inspection programmes are delivered and recorded to time and quality
Delivering customer responses, planned and unplanned in a systematic, efficient and safer manner
Managing unplanned and unplanned outages in accordance with outages protocols
Delivery of overall works planning and scheduling

Education, Experience and Skills

Degree in Electrical Engineering 5 (five) years experience in industry
Communications Skills both verbal and written

Key Competences
Ability to systematically manage key resources, People, contractors, systems and materials
Ability to plan and to deliver the plan
Ability to communicate above and below
Motivated by excellence especially with respect to customer service

How to Apply:
If you believe you are the right candidate, please send your application clearly detailing your suitability for the position in terms of required qualifications and experience to recruit.hr@umeme.co.ug by 30th September 2013, 17:00. Please do not send CVs, Please indicate the job you are applying for in the subject line.

Customer Service Engineering Manager at Umeme

Job Title: Customer Service Engineering Manager

Job Purpose
Delivery of Customer Engineering Servces across the organization

Interrelationships
Works closely with Regional Managers Operations, Chief Operations Officer
Works closely with Network Losses Planning and Design Manager with respect to system investments and technical loss reduction
Works Closely with Maintenance Manager in design and delivery of planned maintenance programmes
Works closely with contracts and contractors during delivery of networks investments schemes

Principal Accountabilities
Managing the Customer Services Engineering territory assigned including the Human, Material, Financial and Systems resources available in a planned fashion
Managing all resources with Safety as a priority
Reflecting customer service, system improvement and technical loss reduction priorities, in submissions to Maintenance, networks Losses Planning and Design
Contributing to the design delivery of planned maintenance programmes
Managing directly Planned and Unplanned outages in accordance with protocols
Specific responsibility for “one stop” service to key Accounts in area of control
Contributing to Departmental strategies and plans
Education, Experience and Skills
Degree in Electrical Engineering 5 (five) years experience in industry
Communications Skills both verbal and written
Good report writing skills
Key Competences
Capacity to see big picture while keeping sight of priorities
Capacity to plan, contribute to plans and to deliver systematically avoiding crises
Ability to interact with Customers and people at all levels with composure and conviction

How to Apply:
If you believe you are the right candidate, please send your application clearly detailing your suitability for the position in terms of required qualifications and experience to recruit.hr@umeme.co.ug by 30th September 2013, 17:00. Please do not send CVs, Please indicate the job you are applying for in the subject line.


Technical Support Manager Job Vacancy in Uganda at Umeme

Job Title: Technical Support Manager

Job Purpose
Collection, Organisation, Analysis and Dissemination of management information for strategic decision making

Interrelationships
Work closely with IT for systems design and support as well as CTO and Team in identification and priotization of service delivery.

Principal Accountabilities
Collection, organization, analysis and dissemination of key engineering services management information
Identifying and developing for Umeme use the most up to date Distribution management information profiles
Delivery of critical business reports are requested from time to time
Development and Maintenance of company assets register
Management of Umeme’s GIS
Setting and maintaining standards with respect to record and record control
Researching and reporting on new technological developments relevant to the electricity distribution business
Development of associated systems and processes to effectively carry out duties
Contribute to departmental strategy and plan development.

Education, experience and skills
Degree in Electrical Engineering with 5 (five) years Electricity assets management.
Proficiency in IT

Key Competences
Strong analytical, technical and financial skills
Execellent report writing skills in English
Good understanding of systems architecture principals

How to Apply:
If you believe you are the right candidate, please send your application clearly detailing your suitability for the position in terms of required qualifications and experience to recruit.hr@umeme.co.ug by 30th September 2013, 17:00. Please do not send CVs, Please indicate the job you are applying for in the subject line.

Metering Asset Manager Careers at Umeme

Job Title: Metering Asset Manager

Reporting to chief Technical Officer

Job Purpose
Management of acquisition, maintenance and retirement of all of Umeme’s Metering assets nationally.

Interrelationships
Works closely with Customers Service Engineering Managers (CSEM’s) and Customer Service Engineers (CSE’s) for delivery of local services
Works closely with COO District Teams especially Metering Engineer and Staff
Maintains active association with Meter Replacement projects= Pre-Payment and Automatic Meter Reading (AMR)
Works closely with Procurement on Meter stocks and management
GM Regulatory Affairs on Regulatory needs
Principal Accountabilities
Development of a “Cradle to grave” Metering Asset Management culture in Umeme including acquisition, installation, maintenance Disposal and control by use of Meter Management system in its entirely
Strategic planning for Umeme’s Meter portfolio including international meter technology developments, Umeme meter performance, market environment.
Acquisition, validation and deployment of meters in timely fashion to meet customer and business needs
Development and Management of Meter Acceptance protocols
Principle Meter Supplier checking
Development and Management of Meter replacement programme
Development and management of meter accuracy testing programmes
Development and management of Meter fraud prevention programmes
Delivering all programmes throughout the country through local management teams.

Education, experience and skills
Degree in Electrical Engineering with 7 (seven) years experience in the Metering Management Arena
Desirable-post graduate qualification ideally in Engineering or in Management
Significant Experience in a Utility environment, recent significant management experience

Key Competences
Strong analytical, technical and financial skills
Strong communications and presentation skills
Good performance orientation and ability to get people and teams to perform and deliver
How to Apply:
If you believe you are the right candidate, please send your application clearly detailing your suitability for the position in terms of required qualifications and experience to recruit.hr@umeme.co.ug by 30th September 2013, 17:00. Please do not send CVs, Please indicate the job you are applying for in the subject line.


Network Asset Manager Jobs at Umeme in Uganda

Job title: Network Asset Manager

Reporting to chief Technical Officer

Job Purpose:
Management of acquisition, maintenance and retirement of all Umeme Network Assets nationally.

Interrelationships:

Works closely with the following:
Safety Manager on Safety proofing all asset interactions
Technical Support on Asset Register, Asset Performance analysis, planned maintenance and Strategic Asset decisions
Network losses planning and design on technical and medium and long term assets planning
Finance on Assets strategies financing
Contracts department on delivery of New Assets and asset renewal projects
Outage Manager in response strategies to Outage analysis findings
GM Regulatory Affairs on Regulatory needs

Principal Accountabilities
Development of an Asset Management culture in Umeme that will inform “cradle to grave” assets decisions
Designing safety into every step  of the Asset lifecycle interaction
In conjunction with Technical support and Network  Losses, Planning and design, ensures that medium and long term plans reflect Technical loss reduction targets, asset performance, Asset risk analysis and business environment
Reflecting legal and regulatory compliance in Asset lifecycle planning and management
Develops strategic inspection plans based on Asset lifecycle planning and management
Develops strategies inspection plans based on Asset analysis
Contribute to Outage improvement programme with a view to significantly improving performance
Systematic Emergency preparedness planning
Management of specific unplanned outages in accordance with outage protocols
Contribute to the development of Umeme business strategy development

Education, Experience and Skills
Degree in Electrical Engineering within 7 (seven) years experience in Electrical Engineering Management
Desirable-Post graduate qualification ideally in Engineering or in Management

Key Competencies
Strong analytical, technical and financial skills
Strong communications and presentation skills
Good performance orientation and ability to get people and teams to come along
Capacity to work with Board and Senior Management Team
How to Apply:
If you believe you are the right candidate, please send your application clearly detailing your suitability for the position in terms of required qualifications and experience to recruit.hr@umeme.co.ug by 30th September 2013, 17:00. Please do not send CVs, Please indicate the job you are applying for in the subject line.





Trailer Mechanic Jobs at Nile Breweries in Uganda

Job Title: Trailer Mechanic – Contract Night Shift Position (1 Post)

Requirements
The ideal candidate should be able to assist the Light Motor Vehicle Diesel Mechanic in;
Perform installation, maintenance, repair and/or replacement of defective components on trailers and drawbars
Perform preventive maintenance based on predetermined service schedules
Check and rectify wheel alignment issues.
Maintain curtains, rollers, guides and tie downs
Attending to vehicle breakdowns
Maintain shop tools and equipment in good, safe and clean working order and report deficiencies

Personnel Specifications
Diploma in Automative Mechanical Engineering or Related qualification
Must be currently employed as Trailer Mechanic with minimum of three years work experience on heavy duty trailers
A broad knowledge and experience of modern, commercial trailers including ABS/EBS, Electrical and general servicing
Must have excellent problem solving, diagnostic and fault finding skills
Basic Knowledge of Human Resource management  and supervision

How to Apply:
Candidates that have relevant experience, know that they meet the above criteria and have criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above position should send their CV, which should include details of email address (if any), present position, current remunerations, certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contacts to the Undersigned not later than Friday 27th September 2013

Human Resource Business Partner
Finance and Administration,
Nile Breweries Ltd, P.O.Box 1345

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Careers at Nile Breweries - Trailer Mechanic

Job Title: Trailer Mechanic – Contract Night Shift Position (1 Post)

Requirements
The ideal candidate should be able to assist the Light Motor Vehicle Diesel Mechanic in;
Perform installation, maintenance, repair and/or replacement of defective components on trailers and drawbars
Perform preventive maintenance based on predetermined service schedules
Check and rectify wheel alignment issues.
Maintain curtains, rollers, guides and tie downs
Attending to vehicle breakdowns
Maintain shop tools and equipment in good, safe and clean working order and report deficiencies

Personnel Specifications
Degree in Automative Mechanical Engineering or Related qualification
Must be currently employed as Trailer Mechanic with minimum of five years work experience on heavy duty trailers
A broad knowledge and experience of modern, commercial trailers including ABS/EBS, Electrical and general servicing
Must have excellent problem solving, diagnostic and fault finding skills
Basic Knowledge of Human Resource management  and supervision

How to Apply:
Candidates that have relevant experience, know that they meet the above criteria and have criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above position should send their CV, which should include details of email address (if any), present position, current remunerations, certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contacts to the Undersigned not later than Friday 27th September 2013

Human Resource Business Partner
Finance and Administration,
Nile Breweries Ltd, P.O.Box 1345

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Careers at Nile Breweries - Light Motor Vehicle Mechanic Assistant

Job Title: Light Motor Vehicle Mechanic Assistant – Contract Position (1 Post)

Requirements
The ideal candidate should be able to assist the Light Motor Vehicle Diesel Mechanic in;
Perform preventive maintenance based on predetermined service schedules
Perform fault finding and diagnostic test of engines, transmission and drive trains
Perform installation, maintenance, repair and/or replacement of defective components on light motor vehicles
Attending to vehicle breakdowns
Maintain shop tools and equipment in good, safe and clean working order and report deficiencies

Personnel Specifications
Diploma in Automative Mechanical Engineering or Related Field
Must be currently employed as Light Motor Vehicle Mechanic with minimum of three years work experience
Must have prior work experience on Ford Ranger Pick-up trucks
Must have excellent problem solving, diagnostic and fault finding skills
Must hold a valid local driver’s licence
Must be able to work within a team
How to Apply:
Candidates that have relevant experience, know that they meet the above criteria and have criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above position should send their CV, which should include details of email address (if any), present position, current remunerations, certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contacts to the Undersigned not later than Friday 27th September 2013

Human Resource Business Partner
Finance and Administration,
Nile Breweries Ltd, P.O.Box 1345

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Light Motor Vehicle Mechanic at Nile Breweries

Job Title: Light Motor Vehicle Mechanic  – Contract Position (1 Post)

Requirements
The ideal candidate should be able to;
Perform installation, maintenance, repair and/or replacement of defective components on light motor vehicles
Perform preventive maintenance based on predetermined service schedules
Perform fault finding and diagnostic test of engines, transmission and drive trains
Attending to vehicle breakdowns
Maintain shop tools and equipment in good, safe and clean working order and report deficiencies

Personnel Specifications
Degree in Automative Mechanical Engineering or Related Field
Must be currently employed as Light Motor Vehicle Mechanic with minimum of five years’ work experience
Must have prior work experience on Ford Ranger Pick-up trucks
Must have excellent problem solving, diagnostic and fault finding skills
Must hold a valid local driver’s licence
Basic Knowledge of human resource management and supervision

How to Apply:
Candidates that have relevant experience, know that they meet the above criteria and have criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above position should send their CV, which should include details of email address (if any), present position, current remunerations, certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contacts to the Undersigned not later than Friday 27th September 2013

Human Resource Business Partner
Finance and Administration,
Nile Breweries Ltd, P.O.Box 1345

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic Assistant Jobs at Nile Breweries in Uganda

Job Title: Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic  Assistant – Contract Night Shift Position 2 Posts

Requirements
The ideal candidate should be able to;
Perform preventive maintenance based on predetermined service schedules
Perform fault finding and diagnostic test of engines, transmission and drive trains
Perform installation, maintenance, repair and/or replacement of defective components of truck
Attending to vehicle breakdowns
Maintain shop tools and equipment in good, safe and clean working order and report deficiencies

Personnel Specifications
Preferably a Diploma in Automative Mechanical Engineering or Related Field
Must be currently employed as Truck Mechanic with minimum of three years’ work experience in trucks
Must have prior work experience on MAN. Nissan, and Mercedes Benz trucks
Must have excellent problem solving, diagnostic and fault finding skills
Must be able to work within a team.

How to Apply:
Candidates that have relevant experience, know that they meet the above criteria and have criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above position should send their CV, which should include details of email address (if any), present position, current remunerations, certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contacts to the Undersigned not later than Friday 27th September 2013

Human Resource Business Partner
Finance and Administration,
Nile Breweries Ltd, P.O.Box 1345

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Careers at Nile Breweries - Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic

Job Title: Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic – Contract Night Shift Position 2 Posts


Requirements
The ideal candidate should be able to;
Perform installation, maintenance, repair and/or replacement of defective components of truck
Perform preventive maintenance based on predetermined service schedules
Perform fault finding and diagnostic test of engines, transmission and drive trains
Build and repair diesel engines
Attending to vehicle breakdowns
Maintain shop tools and equipment in good, safe and clean working order and report deficiencies

Personnel Specifications
Preferably a Degree in Automative Mechanical Engineering or Related Field
Must be currently employed as HD Truck Mechanic with minimum of five years’ work experience in trucks
Must have prior work experience on MAN. Nissan, and Mercedes Benz trucks
Must have excellent problem solving, diagnostic and fault finding skills
Must hold a local valid heavy duty driver’s license
Basic knowledge of Human resource management and supervision will be an added advantage.

How to Apply:
Candidates that have relevant experience, know that they meet the above criteria and have criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above position should send their CV, which should include details of email address (if any), present position, current remunerations, certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contacts to the Undersigned not later than Friday 27th September 2013

Human Resource Business Partner
Finance and Administration,
Nile Breweries Ltd, P.O.Box 1345

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013