Summary
Date Posted: Friday, March 19, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) is a semi-autonomous agency under the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities. UWA was established in 1996 and is managed in accordance with the Wildlife Act Cap 200.
The Mission of UWA is: “To conserve, economically develop and sustainably manage the wildlife and protected areas of Uganda in partnership with neighboring communities and other stakeholders for the benefit of the people of Uganda and the global community.
UWA, an equal opportunity employer wishes to recruit a high caliber, self-motivated and result oriented Ugandan nationals to fill the Position below.

JOB TITLE: MECHANIC
DEPARTMENT: FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
SALARY SCALE: UWA 10
DUTY STATION: FIELD BASED
REPORTS TO: WARDEN ENGINEER - MECHANICAL
SUPERVISES: NONE
VACANCIES: one (1)
AGE LIMIT: NOT ABOVE 45 YEARS
CONTRACT DURATION: FOUR (4) YEARS RENEWABLE

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To ensures that PA fleet, plants and equipment are well condition. .

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Repair and maintain UWA vehicles, motorcycles, equipment and machines aiming to vehicle/equipment functionality and longevity
• Keep daily records of the work done.
• Ensure that all tools issued from the stores are used, cleaned and returned after use to the stores.
• Inspect vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately.
• Schedule future maintenance sessions and advise drivers on good vehicle use.
• Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix issues (e.g. leaks)
• Provide accurate estimates (cost, time, effort) for a repair or maintenance job.
• Maintain equipment and tools in good condition
• Keep logs on work and issues
• Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time by the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Should possess good Certificate in Mechanics or Motor Vehicle mechanics from a recognized institution.
• Possession of valid driving permit.

COMPETENCES:
• Ability to work in a team
• High interpersonal and customer care skills
• Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to emergency situations
• Ethics and integrity
• Concern for quality and standards
• Time management

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Associate Degree

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Job application procedure
Suitable candidates should send their application with a detailed Curriculum Vitae bearing contacts of three (3) competent referees, a daytime telephone contact, copies of academic documents and relevant appointment
letters to the address below:
The Executive Director
Uganda Wildlife Authority
Plot 7 Kira Road Kamwokya
P.0. Box 3530, Kampala Uganda
Hand deliver to the Conservation Area nearest to you i.e. Headquarters, Lake Mburo (Minekye), Kidepo Valley (Geremech), Murchison Falls (Mubako), Kibale(lsunga), Queen Elizabeth(Katunguru), Mt. Elgon(Mbale) and Bwindi Mgahinga(Buhoma).

All applications should reach the address above by 26th March 2021 at 5.00 pm.
The Job Advert can be accessed from the UWA website below;
http://www.ugandawildlife.org  and UWA notice boards.
NOTE:
Applicants are required to attach valid driving permits and copies of the required academic documents only i.e, (Certificates and Transcripts including O and A level).
Academic documents for the successful candidates will be vetted and background checks conducted before they are considered for appointment into the Authority.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
All appointments shall be subject to a probationary period of not less than six months and subsequent confirmation in service will be based on satisfactory performance of the individual.

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