Job Title: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (2 VACANCIES)
REF. DSC 15/70/02
SALARY SCALE: UGANDA GOVERNMENT SCALE-KCCA 8
AGE: 25 YEARS AND ABOVE
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts
in Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), during the third phase of the recruitment exercise.
Applications should be submitted in triplicate on Public Service Form No.3(2008) and one
summary form to the Secretary Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 7080, Kampala to be
received not later than 7th May 2012. The application forms are obtainable from the Public
Service Commission Office, 2nd floor Farmers, House, Parliament Avenue, Kampala,
Ministry/Department Headquarters and District Service Commission Offices. Hand written
applications are also acceptable. The advertisement as well as the application forms can also
be accessed from the Public Service Commission website on www.psc.go.ug or KCCA
website on www.kcca.go.ug for the advertisement only.
Applications should bear the title of the post as well as the reference number specified
against the vacancy. Each Application and Summary form should bear the words on the first page of the form Applicants are allowed to apply for a maximum of two posts only. Applicants should attach
three sets of certified photocopies of their certificates, testimonials and up-to-date CV, plus
four recent certified passport size photographs attached to the application and summary form.
Failure to comply with any of the above instructions will lead to automatic disqualification.
Applicants who shall not hear from the Public Service Commission on completion of the
selection exercise should consider themselves unsuccessful.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND WORKING EXPERIENCE:
Applicants should be Ugandans holding an Ordinary Diploma in Electrical Engineering or
Telecommunication from a recognized awarding institution.
Applicants should have a minimum of 2 years relevant working experience gained at the
assistant officer level in Government or equivalent level of working experience in an Electrical
works related reputable organization
He/she should have the following Key competences: Electrical Installations, control wiring, Air
Conditioning systems, Equipment Earthing (NEC/IEEE standards) and Low Voltage power
distribution, network operation and maintenance. Ability to work as part of a team, excellent
interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills; ability to work and produce accurate
results in an environment with multiple and challenging tasks; high level of integrity, and ability
to work extended hours Computer based skills (MS Office package)
DUTIES:-
The incumbent will be responsible to the Electrical Engineer for performing the following duties:-
? Reporting to the Electrical Engineer on Electrical related issues in KCCA.
? Performing routine assignments, electrical installation works, testing and commissioning of
equipment, buildings, generator set, street lighting and traffic lights.
? Implementing work processes and procedures, standards and specifications database as a
way of adopting a Quality Management System.
? Executing electrical related works while ensuring timely deliverables, cost tolerances and
Quality of workmanship.
? Maintaining and updating the maintenance database by monitoring equipment failure to
minimize equipment downtime.
? Responsible for troubleshooting on all electrical installations for buildings, UPS and Standby
Generators and reinstating proper functionality.
? Ensuring efficient Energy Management on Street Lights and within Buildings by reporting
any anomalies that may arise.
? Ensuring safety of equipment and personnel by using acceptable engineering standards
practices while executing works.
? Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
