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Job Title: Maintenance Officer/Handyman
Organisation: Netherlands Embassy
Reports to: Senior General Affairs Officer
Location of post:
Kampala
Job Summary
The Maintenance Officer/Handyman is responsible for smooth
and sustainable maintenance of Embassy property.
He/she will carry out simple maintenance him/herself and
ensure that for more complicated maintenance the most cost effective external
firm is selected.
He/she is able to work independently, has relevant education
and experience, is flexible and has a high degree of integrity.
He/she is a good communicator.
Specific
Responsibilities
- Repairing and replacing parts of installations in and contents of the Embassy building and/or residences of diplomatic staff and maintaining the grounds belonging to the building and/or Residences of diplomatic staff.
- · Repairing simple breakdowns and defects, carrying out simple repairs and making proposals to call in external firms
- · Ensuring sufficient supply of diesel for generators at Residences of diplomatic staff.
- · Doing simple shopping (for office requisites, housekeeping items, etc.).
- · Helping with internal removals.
- · On occasion processing outgoing mail.
- · On occasion, covering drivers' and office attendants' duties
- · Supervise and monitor implementation of maintenance repairs and other services by external companies
- · Source quotations for maintenance/repairs/other services
Knowledge and
Experience:
- · High degree of integrity
- · At least Ordinary Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- · Advanced knowledge of English language, both oral and written
- · At least 3 years practical experience with reputable organisation in the fields of electricity and plumbing Must be able to maintain electrical installations Must have valid driving permit for both car and motorbike
- · Skill in using tools and simple equipment Knowledge of cleaning techniques and products.
- · Be able to work long hours on occasion
- · Be able to work independently as well as in a team Knowledge of safety regulations and the prescribed procedures
How to apply
To apply please send only your CV and cover letter with 3
work related referees to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be
marked: "EKN Maintenance Officer" E-mails that exceed 2 MB will be
rejected.
Closing date is 5pm on Wednesday July 3, 2013_
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those
selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to
automatic disqualification.
People Performance Group Plot 8
Kitante Close, Kitante Uganda
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
