JOB DETAILS:

Job Purpose

The postholder will work as part of an electrical maintenance team, while undergoing professional and field training. The Technician will play a key role in operational fire safety management at the Unit, helping to ensure the safety of Unit staff, students and visitors.

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Recruitment support;

• • Provision of reliable fire safety systems in all MRC Uganda unit field stations and sites;
  • Design, plan, install, commission, and test new  fire alarm systems and other associated systems in existing buildings according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Preparing interview packages;

• Mobilization of fire wardens including provision of support and advice and coordination with local emergency fire response services such as the Uganda Police and UCCA;
• Actively contribute to the design and commissioning of fire safety systems in new buildings;
• Develop and implement predictive, preventive, and periodic testing, inspection, and maintenance of fire alarm systems and other related systems such as emergency lighting, active fire suppression systems (Fire trace, P50  fire extinguishers), and fire-fighting equipment (water bowser and pumps) as per MRC/UVRI & LSHTM Uganda unit standards;
• Carry out periodic testing of fire panels and all fire detection points;
• Be the first respondent to a fire incident or fire alarm activation and undertake reactive calls for fault finding and repair of faulty  fire alarms and related systems;
• Review building fire risk assessments in conjunction with the health and safety team and other responsible persons identified by the Unit;
• Prepare and issue timely reports for all installations, repairs, maintenance, and inspections conducted; distribute copies to the Maintenance Electrical Engineer and Head of HSE; and maintain accurate documentation of all reports;

• • Respond to all emergency calls relating to fire alarm systems and investigate to ascertain the cause of the problem; activate the required emergency procedures when necessary;
  • Liaise with the health and safety team on all fire safety matters;
  • Conduct periodic fire drills in conjunction with the health and safety team and establishing assembly points for all facilities;
  • Be aware of and comply with the ISO Quality Manual, British Standards (BS) or European Norm (EN) for building fire safety systems and applicable laws and regulations;

• Where required, train staff and the security team on the basic principles of the installed fire systems;

• Management of contract and service providers fire safety protocols, quality and adherence to fire safety standards;

• Undertake ‘On-Call’ duties as required;
• Support the Maintenance Electrical Engineer by collating and providing data from fire safety systems for the preparation of reports and Key Performance Indicators regarding existing and potential engineering studies and projects;

• Perform other fire safety and/or emergency response-related duties as directed by the line manager;

• Participate in training of staff, visitors, contractors and fire wardens; and,
• Work closely with the Health & Safety team to ensure continuous improvement in fire safety.

Person Specification

• Diploma or Higher Diploma in Electrical /Electronic Engineering from a recognized Institution;
• Minimum 3 years hands-on practical experience in electrical and fire protection systems maintenance;
• Proven and extensive experience of more than 3 years in installation, preventive maintenance, repair, and commissioning of fire systems;
• Must have knowledge of the practical application of general electrical/electronic systems
• technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services;
• A valid driver’s license;
• Experience in installing, commissioning, and servicing conventional and addressable fire alarm systems, self-contained emergency lighting systems, central batteries, and static inverter systems in a wide range of building types is preferred;
• Experience in conducting or reviewing fire risk assessments and following through with improvement actions until completion;
• Experience of working closely with Health & Safety teams or representatives;
• Good understanding of health and safety management procedures relating to electrical Safety;
• Familiarity with safe working practices and health & safety requirements;
• Excellent organization skills;
• Proficiency in computer use required in MS Office packages and CAD systems;
• Capable of preparing material schedule summary reports, electrical plans, technical specifications, line diagrams, and other project documentation for management review;
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and drawings;
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical/fire panel systems;
• Attention to cost and downtime management;
• Excellent spoken and written command of English;
• Strong conflict resolution skills;
• Routinely taking initiative;
• Customer/End-user awareness;
• Excellent communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization;
• Ability to form close working relationships within their own team and across teams;
• The flexibility to cope with new changing environments and methods of delivery; and,
• Commitment to Equal Opportunities and diversity.