Boiler Fireman and Boiler Operator job at Bugiri Sugar Company
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2026-Jan-07
Location: Bugiri
Boiler Fireman and Boiler Operator 2026-01-07T05:34:57+00:00 Bugiri Sugar Company https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_12362/logo/Bugiri%20Sugar%20Company.jpeg https://www.bugirisugar.com/ FULL_TIME Bugiri Bugiri 00256 Uganda Manufacturing Manufacturing & Warehouse, Science & Engineering, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Energy & Mining 2026-01-12T17:00:00+00:00 8 Bugiri Sugar Company Position Title: Boiler Fireman / Boiler Operator Department: Utilities / Power Plant Reports To: Chief Engineer or Shift Supervisor Work Schedule: Rotating Shift Work Job Summary: The Boiler Fireman is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of high-pressure steam boiler systems. This includes monitoring controls, adjusting combustion, performing water treatment tests, and maintaining logs to ensure reliable steam supply for production or heating needs. Key Responsibilities: - Operate and monitor boiler control panels, gauges, and alarms during shift.
- Adjust boiler controls to maintain proper steam pressure, temperature, and fuel efficiency.
- Perform routine boiler blowdowns, check water levels, and take samples for chemical analysis (water treatment).
- Monitor and adjust combustion parameters (air/fuel ratio) to optimize efficiency and minimize emissions.
- Conduct regular inspections of boiler systems, including fireside and waterside areas, and report any abnormalities.
- Start up and shut down boiler equipment following strict standard operating procedures.
- Maintain accurate shift logs for operations, fuel consumption, water treatment, and maintenance activities.
- Respond to operational upsets and emergencies in accordance with safety protocols.
- Assist the Boiler Shift Fitter with minor maintenance and isolation procedures.
Qualifications & Skills: - Education: High school diploma required. Stationary Engineer or Boiler Operator certification is typically required (specific grade depends on boiler horsepower/local regulations).
- Experience: 3+ years of experience operating industrial boiler systems.
- Licenses/Certifications: Valid [State/Province] Boiler Operator License or equivalent. Knowledge of water treatment chemistry is essential.
- Skills: Strong observational skills, mechanical understanding, and the ability to remain calm and focused under pressure. Basic computer skills for control systems.
- Operate and monitor boiler control panels, gauges, and alarms during shift.
- Adjust boiler controls to maintain proper steam pressure, temperature, and fuel efficiency.
- Perform routine boiler blowdowns, check water levels, and take samples for chemical analysis (water treatment).
- Monitor and adjust combustion parameters (air/fuel ratio) to optimize efficiency and minimize emissions.
- Conduct regular inspections of boiler systems, including fireside and waterside areas, and report any abnormalities.
- Start up and shut down boiler equipment following strict standard operating procedures.
- Maintain accurate shift logs for operations, fuel consumption, water treatment, and maintenance activities.
- Respond to operational upsets and emergencies in accordance with safety protocols.
- Assist the Boiler Shift Fitter with minor maintenance and isolation procedures.
- Strong observational skills
- Mechanical understanding
- Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure
- Basic computer skills for control systems
- High school diploma required.
- Stationary Engineer or Boiler Operator certification is typically required (specific grade depends on boiler horsepower/local regulations).
- 3+ years of experience operating industrial boiler systems.
- Valid [State/Province] Boiler Operator License or equivalent.
- Knowledge of water treatment chemistry is essential.
JOB-695df0818136c Vacancy title: Boiler Fireman and Boiler Operator Jobs at: Bugiri Sugar Company Deadline of this Job: Monday, January 12 2026 Duty Station: Bugiri | Bugiri Summary Date Posted: Wednesday, January 7 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS: Bugiri Sugar Company Position Title: Boiler Fireman / Boiler Operator Department: Utilities / Power Plant Reports To: Chief Engineer or Shift Supervisor Work Schedule: Rotating Shift Work Job Summary: The Boiler Fireman is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of high-pressure steam boiler systems. This includes monitoring controls, adjusting combustion, performing water treatment tests, and maintaining logs to ensure reliable steam supply for production or heating needs. Key Responsibilities: - Operate and monitor boiler control panels, gauges, and alarms during shift.
- Adjust boiler controls to maintain proper steam pressure, temperature, and fuel efficiency.
- Perform routine boiler blowdowns, check water levels, and take samples for chemical analysis (water treatment).
- Monitor and adjust combustion parameters (air/fuel ratio) to optimize efficiency and minimize emissions.
- Conduct regular inspections of boiler systems, including fireside and waterside areas, and report any abnormalities.
- Start up and shut down boiler equipment following strict standard operating procedures.
- Maintain accurate shift logs for operations, fuel consumption, water treatment, and maintenance activities.
- Respond to operational upsets and emergencies in accordance with safety protocols.
- Assist the Boiler Shift Fitter with minor maintenance and isolation procedures.
Qualifications & Skills: - Education: High school diploma required. Stationary Engineer or Boiler Operator certification is typically required (specific grade depends on boiler horsepower/local regulations).
- Experience: 3+ years of experience operating industrial boiler systems.
- Licenses/Certifications: Valid [State/Province] Boiler Operator License or equivalent. Knowledge of water treatment chemistry is essential.
- Skills: Strong observational skills, mechanical understanding, and the ability to remain calm and focused under pressure. Basic computer skills for control systems.
Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 36 Level of Education: associate degree Job application procedure Interested in applying for this job? bugirisugar.com&form%5Bvalid-to%5D=Monday,%20January%2012%202026">Click here to submit your application now. Please send your applications including CV, LC1 Letter, academic documents, National Identity Card not later than Monday 12thz January 2026 to the Human Resource Department or WhatsApp +256742134642 Good Luck! For and on behalf of Bugiri Sugar Company ltd. By HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
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