Plant Maintenance Mechanic -Kampala job post at Mukwano Industries Uganda Limited

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Plant Maintenance Mechanic -Kampala

Key Result Areas:

• Provide technical support in the installation of new machines in the plant.
• Diagnose and attend to all mechanical faults and breakdowns.
• Conduct preventive, autonomous, breakdown maintenance.
• Report and assist in the analysis of incidents or potential hazards.
• Monitor and record the use of work place consumables and make requisitions where required.
• Use and maintain workshop tools in accordance to working conditions and specifications.
• Daily check and confirm that machines meet safety standards.
• Plan and develop work schedules, equipment usage schedules and procedures for equipment maintenance.
• Prepare daily maintenance reports for submission to the Mechanical Supervisor and Production Officer.
• Provide operational support to the Machine Operators.
• Participate in daily housekeeping practices.

The position reports into the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor.

Job Ref.No. MIUL/PMM

Educational Qualifications & Experience

• Higher or Ordinary Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or any related discipline.
• 3 years’ experience of electrical repair and maintenance which includes one year of supervisory experience.

Skills & Professional Attributes

• Extensive knowledge of Mechanical components and its applications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Mechanical maintenance, production processes and controls logic.
• Possess strong mechanical aptitude, mathematical and troubleshooting skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent personnel management skills.
• Ability to handle multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced working environment.
• Possess strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent team player and has the ability to manage time in an efficient manner.

Application procedure

Interested candidates should visit our website i.e. www.mukwano.com , go to the career page and upload the Cover letter, CV and Academic Credentials OR send their Cover letter, CV and Academic documents to recruitment@mukwano.com stating the Job Ref No. in the subject line.

Closing date of receiving applications is two weeks from the date of this advertisement i.e., from 14th January 2023to 27th January 2023.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted after the closing date. Any form of canvassing is prohibited.

All successful candidates will be offered competitive remuneration packages.

Disclaimer: Beware of fraudulent job offers. Mukwano Industries (U) Ltd does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process, and it does not request any banking information. Mukwano only advertises its employment opportunities on its Careers website and Vacancies Page. It also utilizes bona fide and established media, newspapers, as well as online professional platforms (e.g., LinkedIn) to disseminate its vacancies. All job offers are made by Mukwano human resources personnel following a competitive process.