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Job Summary

Job Title:
Principal Mechanical Engineer – Operations
Employer:
Uganda Railway Corporation (URC)
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Engineering Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Friday, 15 August 2025

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Principal Mechanical Engineer – Operations job at Uganda Railway Corporation (URC) | Apply Now

Are you looking for Engineering jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Principal Mechanical Engineer – Operations job at Uganda Railway Corporation (URC)

About the Organisation

​Uganda Railways Corporation (URC), established in 1977 following the dissolution of the East African Railways Corporation, serves as Uganda's primary railway system, reporting to the Ministry of Works and Transport.

The corporation's mission is to establish and manage reliable, efficient, and safe railway and marine transport services in East Africa to foster sustainable economic and social development. URC oversees a network spanning approximately 1,266 kilometers, including operational sections like the Malaba–Jinja–Kampala main line (251 km), and lines connecting Kampala to Port Bell and Nalukolongo. Despite historical challenges such as civil unrest and infrastructure degradation, URC has made significant strides in revamping services, notably relaunching cargo operations to Tanzania's Port of Dar es Salaam after a decade-long hiatus.

The corporation fosters a work culture emphasizing professionalism and dedication, offering various job opportunities to contribute to Uganda's transportation sector. Guided by core values of integrity, accountability, and excellence, URC actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives aimed at enhancing community well-being and supporting national development goals. For more information, visit their official website at www.urc.go.ug.

Kampala, Uganda

Full Time

Deadline: 

15 Aug 2025

Job Title

Principal Mechanical Engineer – Operations job at Uganda Railway Corporation (URC)

Uganda Railway Corporation (URC)

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Mechanical Engineer – Operations

Organization: Uganda Railway Corporation (URC)

Location: Uganda

Job Purpose:

The Principal Mechanical Engineer – Operations will oversee the availability, reliability, and safety of rolling stock and related mechanical assets essential to URC’s railway operations. This position combines strategic planning with hands-on operational management to ensure the efficient functioning of locomotives and rolling stock systems.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Lead operations and performance management for all mechanical assets

  • Ensure optimal availability and functionality of locomotives and rolling stock

  • Oversee safety, maintenance schedules, and compliance with engineering standards

  • Support modernization and digitalization of mechanical systems

  • Guide and mentor engineering teams across operations

Principal Mechanical Engineer – Operations job at Uganda Railway Corporation (URC)

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INDUSTRIAL

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RESIDENTIAL

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

  • Bachelor’s degree (Honors) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

  • Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Transportation Engineering – mandatory

  • Registered Engineer with UIPE or an equivalent professional body

  • At least 8 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with 4 years in a senior role within the rail or transport sector

  • Must be under 50 years of age


Key Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong leadership, supervision, and mentoring skills

  • Expertise in rolling stock systems and locomotive operations

  • Proficient in CMMS, ERP platforms, and IoT tools for asset management

  • Knowledge of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards and environmental compliance

  • Skilled in data analysis and reporting using MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Access

  • Capable of sound decision-making and effective crisis management

  • Excellent interpersonal and team-building abilities

  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and perform under pressure

How to Apply

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 15th August, 2025 at 3:00pm

NOTE

1. Only successful candidates will be contacted. 

2. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. 

3. Beware of fraud stars.


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