JOB DETAILS:
We are seeking a Central Control Room Operator (2)
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 motivated and competent

Central Control Room Operators as indicated below;
Job Title: Central Control Room Operator (2)
Vacancy Code: CCROX02
Reporting line: Production Coach
Duration: Full time
Duty Station: Kasese

Job Summary:
• Ensure safe operation of assigned workshops (Crushers, Kilns, Raw Mills, Coal Mill, Biomass
Dryer and Cement Mills) on a stable and optimum operation in order to meet and exceed

production and quality targets with minimal operational incidents,

Roles and responsibilities
(Production Operations)
• Control all major process lines within the cement manufacturing operation including equipment commissioning, starts- ups, shutdowns, and emergency condition management as per established SOP’s in order to meet production requirements
• Operate Kilns, Raw Mills, coal mill, cement mills, biomass dryer and Crushers as per the Standard Operating Procedures {SOPs}, General Function Specifications {GFS}

• Control product quality at all stages of the cement manufacturing process by having a clear understanding of the targets, and the levers that are used to control the targets, along with the appropriate decision-making process based on the impact of each lever.
• Maintain awareness of the automation system control strategy and make recommendations for continuous improvement
• Monitor continuously, all plant process lines using all available tools to ensure employee safety, stable equipment operation, equipment integrity within prescribed design limitations, operating targets, and environmental regulations

• Ensure Quality Standards as per quality plans and manuals.
• Report immediately all Plant /Equipment failures (defects) to the Shift Coordinator and maintenance personnel for corrective action and rectification.
• Review the Standard Operating Procedures {SOPs}
• Write a shift report to highlight plant operation status and ensure smooth hand over.
• Log plant process data as required on log sheets
• Carry out any other duties as assigned by Shift Coordinator.
(Production Planning)
• Coordinate plant resources to troubleshoot, inspect, and maintain plant equipment as required, to meet production demands and prevent failures
• Communicate with the Field Patroller and his team to ensure effective plants operation

People & Development
• Support and develop Field patrollers to improve their performance (OH&S and Environment)
• Maintain personal safety, all other personnel and equipment during plant operation respecting safety guidelines and procedures at all times (Budget & Cost Control)

• Maintain awareness of plant operating costs e.g TSR impact, PRI and limit use of HFO and consider these costs regularly in the decision-making process

Educational Requirements
• Minimum of Ordinary / National Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, process or chemical Engineering
• 3+ years’ experience in cement industry on similar post.
• Certification in Cement control room operations is an added advantage

• Experience in busy industrial environment preferred

Other requirements:
• Understand cement manufacturing process.
• Knowledge Engineering or process skills
• Good analytical skills
• Good trouble shooter
• Good communication skills
• Good knowledge of safety regulations and rules applicable in an industrial environment
• Good knowledge of group working and team management methods

• Good computer skills Good interpersonal relation skills
• Hardworking and persistent
• Highly observant & able to pay attention to details
• Honest
• Ability to work within a team
• Capable of working with minimum supervision

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. (Email your application and CV to Email and let’s save the environment).

Key Notes:
1. Hima Cement Limited is a diverse, inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We do not
1. 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 Plant
Hima Cement Ltd, Plot 838 Namanve Industrial Park
P.O Box 7230 Kampala