Assistant Estates Officer – Electrical & Electronics | Kabale University

About Kabale University

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and planning of electrical and electronic engineering projects.
• Assist in preparing budgets, cost estimates, and technical specifications.
• Review electrical drawings and project requirements.
• Support implementation of electrical infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical input during project planning and development.

Electrical Installation and Maintenance

• Supervising routine installation of electrical and electronic systems.
• Monitoring repair and maintenance of electrical facilities.
• Inspecting electrical installations to ensure safety and reliability.
• Identifying faults and recommending appropriate solutions.
• Preparing maintenance reports.
• Ensuring university electrical systems operate efficiently.

• Power distribution systems.
• Lighting systems.
• Electrical wiring and installations.
• Backup power systems.
• Electronic security systems.
• Communication systems.
• Equipment maintenance.

Project Supervision and Implementation

• Monitor electrical engineering projects on site.
• Supervise contractors and technical teams.
• Ensure works comply with approved designs and standards.
• Monitor quality of materials and workmanship.
• Ensure compliance with safety, emergency, and security requirements.
• Prepare project progress reports.

Staff Coordination and Technical Operations

• Deploy staff to electrical engineering assignments.
• Coordinate maintenance teams.
• Monitor implementation of assigned tasks.
• Report progress and challenges to management.
• Support efficient delivery of estates services.

Technical Advisory Services

• Providing technical advice on electrical and electronic installations.
• Supporting the Estates Officer – Electrical & Electronics.
• Advising on repairs, upgrades, and improvement projects.
• Supporting decision-making on electrical infrastructure matters.

Other Duties

• Perform other official duties assigned by management.
• Support university infrastructure development activities.
• Participate in departmental planning and reporting.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related engineering field from a recognised university.

• Electrical Engineering.
• Electronics Engineering.
• Telecommunications Engineering.
• Electrical and Communications Engineering.
• Power Systems Engineering.
• Control and Instrumentation Engineering.

Professional Requirements

• Be registered with a recognised professional engineering body where required.
• Have knowledge of electrical engineering standards and safety requirements.
• Understand electrical installation and maintenance practices.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
• Understanding of electrical installation procedures.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good project supervision abilities.
• Strong report writing skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good interpersonal relationships.
• Computer literacy skills.
• Ability to work with contractors and technical teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Why Join Kabale University?

• Manage real institutional engineering projects.
• Develop electrical infrastructure management skills.
• Gain experience in facilities operations.
• Work with experienced engineering professionals.
• Contribute to university development.
• Build a career in electrical engineering and facilities management.

Career Growth Opportunities

• Estates Officer – Electrical & Electronics
• Senior Electrical Engineer
• Facilities Manager
• Electrical Project Engineer
• Maintenance Manager
• Engineering Consultant
• Infrastructure Development Officer
• Electrical Systems Specialist

What Should Be Included in Your CV

• Electrical engineering specialisation.
• Technical experience.
• Maintenance expertise.
• Project supervision experience.
• Career achievements.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering.
• Professional certifications.
• Engineering training.
• University attended.
• Graduation year.

• Previous employers.
• Engineering positions held.
• Electrical projects handled.
• Installation and maintenance responsibilities.
• Technical achievements.

• Electrical installations.
• Preventive maintenance.
• Fault diagnosis.
• Power systems.
• Electrical safety.
• Equipment servicing.
• Electronic systems.
• Building electrical services.

• AutoCAD Electrical.
• Electrical design software.
• Microsoft Office.
• Project management tools.
• Engineering documentation systems.

• Electrical installation projects.
• Maintenance projects.
• Power systems projects.
• Security and electronic systems installations.
• Contractor supervision experience.

• Engineering professional body membership.
• Registration details.
• Relevant certifications.

• Electrical safety procedures.
• Risk assessment.
• Workplace safety compliance.
• Emergency response procedures.

• Engineering competence.
• Technical skills.
• Project experience.
• Professional conduct.

Interview Preparation Tips

• Experience managing electrical installations.
• Preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Electrical safety practices.
• Handling electrical faults.
• Supervising contractors.
• Managing engineering projects.
• Reading electrical drawings.
• Power systems knowledge.
• Use of engineering software.
• Previous technical achievements.

CV Writing Tips

• Highlight electrical engineering qualifications.
• Demonstrate technical experience.
• Include maintenance achievements.
• Mention project supervision skills.
• Showcase safety knowledge.
• Include engineering software skills.
• Present achievements clearly.
• Use a professional engineering format.

Cover Letter Tips

• Explain your interest in joining Kabale University.
• Highlight your electrical engineering background.
• Demonstrate installation and maintenance experience.
• Mention relevant projects completed.
• Explain how you can support university infrastructure.
• Show commitment to safety, quality, and engineering standards.

Application Procedure

• Updated CV.
• Academic certificates.
• Professional registration documents.
• Relevant supporting documents.