Substation Operator (17)

• Department: Network Operations & Maintenance

• Reports to: Maintenance Engineer (Substations)

Key Results Areas

1. Monitor switchboard instruments to detect disturbances and ensure proper functioning of the equipment.

2. Perform routine inspections and maintenance on electrical equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers and auxiliary supply systems.

3. Monitor performance of transformers & switchgear and documenting any anomalies.

4. Carry out operating as per switching instructions from National Control Center and to receive switching instructions.

5. Respond to emergencies and outages including operating to interrupt current flow and connecting alternate circuits as needed.

6. Undertaken monthly energy meter readings.

7. Ensure proper housekeeping in substations.

Person Specifications

1. Ordinary Diploma in Electrical Engineering.

2. 2 years’ experience in power system operation and maintenance.

3. Ability to work for long hours outside the normal hours.

4. A person of integrity, highly motivated, innovative, proactive and committed team player.

5. Willing to work in any of the following UETCL substations (Gulu, Nebbi, Nkenda (kasese), Tororo, Bujagali, Karuma, Achwa, Muzizi, Kabalega (Hoima), etc.).

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.

How to Apply:

All qualified candidates should send their applications with copies of academic testimonials and detailed CVs indicating three referees and their full addresses through the link: https://tinyurl.com/3pwtnmp7

• Closing Date: Thursday, 25th June 2026 at 05:00 P.M.

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

Company Contact & Document Information

• Address: Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited, Plot 10 Hannington Road, Nakasero, P.O Box 7625, Kampala, Uganda

• Phone: +256 700 453 920

• Contact: +256 417 802000 / +256 314 802000

• Email: transco@uetcl.com

• Website: www.uetcl.go.ug

• Document References: Rev:02 | Issue Date: August/2024 | UETCL/HRA/HR/GR-482 & UETCL/HRA/HR/GR-367

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