Role overview
What you'll be stepping into
KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
4. Accident Investigation
• Participate in investigations of rolling stock accidents and failures.
• Prepare technical reports with recommendations.
. Documentation
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Prepare inspection reports.
• Record repairs, defects, and material usage.
6. Health, Safety and Environment
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure safe use of machinery and tools.
• Observe occupational health and safety procedures.
• Promote cleanliness and good housekeeping within workshops.
7. Other Duties
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Carriage & Wagon Inspector or management. A. Academic Qualifications
• Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) or its equivalent.
• Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline is an added advantage.
B. Experience
• Practical experience in mechanical maintenance of railway rolling stock, heavy equipment, or industrial machinery is desirable.
• Experience in railway operations is an added advantage
For details about key outputs, key activities, person specifications and required qualifications for these jobs, visit Uganda Railways Corporation website at www.urc.go.ug Application Procedure; All suitable, qualified and interested candidates with the relevant qualifications and experience should send their application letters, curriculum vitae and copies of academic certificates, Transcripts, National Identity Card, appointment letters to the current job, together with one (1) recent passport photograph by email to: recruitment@ urc.go.ug. Merge all your documents and send them in one attachment in word or PDF format not exceeding 2MBs. OR Address to the Managing Director, Uganda Railway Corporation and hand deliver to URC headquarters. The closing date of receiving applications is Friday 24th July, 2026 at 5:00pm. NOTE: 1. Only successful candidates will be contacted. 2. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. 3. Apply for a maximum of two (2)
How to apply