Graduate Trainees – Electrical Job
Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day
Salary:
Attractive
Job Deadline: 14 August 2026
Number of Jobs: 01
Hiring Entity: Hima Cement
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| Hima Cement |
Location: In Uganda
Job Details:
Description
At Hima Cement, our Vision is “To be the preferred provider of cement and concrete based
building solutions in East Africa with a strong focus on customer experience.”
Hima Cement works with all actors in the building and construction industry in Uganda –
manufacturing and supplying a wide range of building and construction solutions designed to
meet housing and construction needs from small projects like individual home buildings to
major construction and infrastructure projects.
Whether supplying high-quality cement to a craftsman or helping leading architects explore
and deliver creative possibilities, Hima is committed to providing solutions that fit the needs
of all its clients.
In order to achieve the above objectives, Hima Cement limited seeks to recruit a motivated
and competent Graduate Trainee Electrical as indicated below:
Job Title : Graduate Trainee Electrical
Vacancy Code : GTEX01
Reporting line : Electrical Manager
Duration : Full Time-Contract
Duty Station : Tororo
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dynamic, self-driven and detail oriented Electrical Graduate Trainee
Electrical to join our intensive Graduate Training Program. The successful candidate will
work under the direct mentorship of senior engineers to gain hands -on-technical skills,
system design, preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis and project execution. This program
is structured to transition high -performing trainees into full time technical roles
Key Duties and Responsibilities Support in routine inspection, servicing and preventive maintenance of electrical
equipment and power distribution networks Participate in site installations, testing and commissioning of new electrical panels,
transformers or wiring systems Strictly adhere to Health safety and Environment (HSE), including Lock-out/Tag-out
(LOTO) and proper PPE protocols at all times Maintain accurate service logs, record inspection data and compile daily or weekly
progress reports for the engineering team Should be able to trouble shoot, identify root causes and resolve electrical faults
Support in preparation of single line diagram (SLDs), load schedules and technical
layout drawings
Diagnose electrical faults and instrument failures under senior engineer supervision.
Required Qualifications skills and attributes.
Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Power
systems engineering or a closely related field from a recognised university
Must have graduated within the last two to three years (2-3) years
Technical Competencies
Basic literacy in engineering tools/software (e.g. AutoCAD, MATLAB, or electrical
simulation packages.
Strong analytical thinking, eagerness to learn, effective verbal/written
communication and the ability to thrive in a team
High safety consciousness, adaptability and a proactive problem-solving attitude
Understanding AC/DC circuit theory, Ohm’s law, and Kirchhoff’s laws.
Understanding basic semiconductor devices, diodes, transistors, and rectifiers.
Knowledge of three-phase power, transformers, generators, and distribution
networks.
Profile & Personal Qualities
Good written and oral Communication skills and good stakeholder management skills.
High integrity and confidentiality.
Right attitude to work in a demanding, challenging and busy environment.
Able to work extended hours when extended.
How to apply;
Hima cement will offer a competitive remuneration package to the successful
candidate. Candidates that know that they meet the above criteria and have what it
takes to excel in the above position, should send their CVs, which should include details
of email address (if any), present position, current remuneration,
Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contact to
the stipulated email address not later than 17th August 2026. (Email your
application and CV to careers@himacement.com and let’s save the environment).
Key Notes:
1. Hima Cement Limited is a diverse, inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We
do not discriminate and do not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment.
2. Make sure that your application letter, CV and certificates are attached as one
document
3. Indicate the Vacancy Code as the subject for your email
4. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
5. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
The Human Resource Manager
Hima Cement Tororo Grinding Station, Plot 146 West Budama
Nyangole Tororo
Application procedure
To apply for this job email your details to careers@himacement.com.
Posting Date: 2026-07-06
