Nakasero Hospital is a private hospital that was started by a group of Consultant Doctors in 2009 who came together with a goal of setting up a world class hospital that would meet the healthcare needs of Ugandans and East Africans who were seeking medical treatment outside the region, due to the gap in quality healthcare services in the country.

In all we do, we must remember this background and uphold this goal, guided by the vision, mission and values of the hospital.

Our Mission is to provide quality, sustainable, compassionate health care by leveraging local and international talent and state-of-the-art technology.

As such we are looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Facilities and Maintenance Technician.

Interested candidates should be able to;

Assist in the performance of duties necessary to keep the physical structure and associated non-medical equipment of the facility in good repair.
You will also be responsible for performing routine building maintenance tasks in the fields of minor construction works, carpentry, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, plumbing, also ensuring the upkeep and repairs of the hospital premises.

The post holder is required to:

• Perform urgent, corrective, routine and requisitioned repairs of minor problems with the electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems. Notifies supervisor if major repairs are required.
• Paint, remodel, refurbish areas as needed
• Repair, maintain/monitor all non-Medical equipment and amenities
• Assist in replacing, repairing and testing electrical circuits, equipment, appliances and lighting systems as required.
• Maintain routine records of all inspections, maintenance and repairs performed on any equipment or system.
• Carry out on call maintenance for all facilities, 24/7
• Ensure that all regular submissions specified by authorities are carried out e.g. electrical, water treatment, minor repairs
• Assist in renovations and sourcing of quotations
• Assist in sourcing of suppliers and also in planning and coordination with contractors and consultants
• Assist in smooth opening / operations and other general administration/operational works.
• To carry out all daily building maintenance activities.
• To monitor all scheduled, breakdown and unscheduled maintenance works.
• Complete Preventive Maintenance within scheduled intervals on a continuous basis to ensure the continued operation of the facility

Competencies/Abilities:

• Integrity
• Able to work under minimum supervision
• Quick on their feet and well organized.
• Negotiation skills
• Good communication skills
• Self-motivated and result orientated

Knowledge/Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in either of these fields: Electrical, Civil, and Plumbing.
• Three (3) years’ work experience within a busy establishment / organization with intermediate exposure in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry
• A safe use and thorough knowledge of how to use and maintain power tools, hand tools and equipment

Candidates that have relevant experience, meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above position, should submit their applications, Curriculum vitae and academic certificates to hr@nhl.co.ug or Deliver Hard Copies to the HR Office on 2nd Floor at Nakasero Hospital addressed to the Human Resource Manager Not later than Friday, 5th March 2021.

Nakasero Hospital provides an equal opportunity for all qualified persons and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, ethnicity, tribe, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, gender, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Canvassing or lobbying by an applicant directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment shall disqualify the applicant.

Nakasero Hospital does not offer any positions without an interview and never asks candidates for money. If you are asked for money, we strongly recommend that you do not respond and do not send money or personal information.

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