Engineering · Not stated
Direct employerElectrical Technician
Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL)
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EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
A Brief on the Company
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 title : Electrical Technician
Department : Network Operations and Maintenance
Reports to : Maintenance Engineer (Substations)
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Job Purpose
To inspect, maintain, test, and repair high -voltage substation equipment under the direct supervision of a maintenance engineer (substations)
Key Result Areas
- 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, switchgears, 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 inspe ctions
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.
Person Specifications, Experience and Competences
- Must possess either a National Diploma or a Higher Diploma in Electrical or
Electromechanical Engineering
- Must have at least two (02) years of relevant experience in maintaining high -voltage
power transformers and switchgear.
- Specialized t raining 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
How to Apply
All interested candidates are encouraged to send their applications with copies of academic testimonials and detailed CVs indicating three referees and their full addresses through the link: Female candidates who qualify are encouraged to apply The closing date to receive applications is Friday 06th November 2026 at 05:00 P.M . 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 Minist ry of Public Service Guidelines on the Rationalization Exercise of Government Institutions.
