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Engineering · Not stated

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Engineering Assistant (Mechanical)

Government of Uganda

JinjaEntry level · Not statedCloses Monday, 16 November 2026, 23:59 EATChecked 14 Nov 2026
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Duty station(s): Jinja Regional Referral Hospital, Uganda.

Salary scale: U7.

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Post: Engineering Assistant (Mechanical) 1 Post

Reference: HRM 72/173/20 Jinja MoH/RRH

Salary Scale: U7

Reports to: Assistant Engineering Officer (Mechanical)

Qualifications i. Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or equivalent. ii. Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. a) Assist in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of Mechanical systems and equipment. b) Carry out routine inspection and preventive maintenance of Mechanical equipment. c) Identify Mechanical faults and undertake repairs under the guidance of the supervising Engineer/Technician. d) Assist in testing electrical systems and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

e) Maintain Mechanical repairs Movable machines and other health-facility areas. f) Assist in maintenance of generators, Vehicles systems, and other Mechanical g) Keep records of Mechanical maintenance, repairs, faults and materials used. g) Assist in monitoring contractors undertaking Mechanical works and report defects to the supervisor. h) Observe electrical safety standards, occupational health and safety requirements. i) Manage and account for tools, equipment and materials entrusted to him/her. j) Prepare routine reports on Mechanical works and maintenance activities. k) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Page 51 of 91

Salary disclosed: U7

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