Maintenance Technician job at Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL)

Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) is a public Limited Company, fully owned by the Government of the Republic of Uganda and holds the following operational licences. System Operator, Operation of the High Voltage Transmission Grid, Bulk Power Supply, Import and Export of Power and; Public Infrastructure Provider (for ownership and operation of the Optic Fibre). Our Vision is: “To be Eastern Africa’s Leading Electricity Transmission Company.” Our Mission is: “To Buy, Transmit and Sell Reliable and Quality Bulk Power for Sustainable Regional Development.” UETCL invites applications from suitable and eligible candidates to fill the position of:

Job Purpose:

Works under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Engineer (Substations) to inspect, maintain, test, and repair high-voltage substation equipment.

Responsibilities or duties

• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on substation equipment, including transformers, switchgear, AVRs, and auxiliary systems.
• Conduct routine inspections of substation equipment to identify and address maintenance needs.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment.
• Manage inventory of replacement parts and tools, ensuring all necessary supplies are readily available.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
• Document and report on maintenance activities, including repairs and inspections conducted.
• Respond to emergency outages and equipment failures, working to restore power as quickly as possible.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards in all maintenance activities.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• Must have a Higher Diploma in Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering.
• Specialized training in high-voltage equipment maintenance will be an added advantage
• Willingness to work extended hours, when required.
• A person of integrity, highly motivated, innovative, proactive, and a committed team player.

Experience needed

• Minimum of two (2) years' relevant experience in maintaining high-voltage power transformers and switchgear.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

UETCL is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. Only electronically sent applications will be accepted.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND REMUNERATION

The successful candidate will be offered a contract subject to the Ministry of Public Service Guidelines on the Rationalization Exercise of Government Institutions.

• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on substation equipment, including transformers, switchgear, AVRs, and auxiliary systems.
• Conduct routine inspections of substation equipment to identify and address maintenance needs.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment.
• Manage inventory of replacement parts and tools, ensuring all necessary supplies are readily available.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
• Document and report on maintenance activities, including repairs and inspections conducted.
• Respond to emergency outages and equipment failures, working to restore power as quickly as possible.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards in all maintenance activities.

• High-voltage equipment maintenance
• Transformer maintenance
• Switchgear maintenance
• Integrity
• Motivation
• Innovation
• Proactiveness
• Team player

• Higher Diploma in Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering.