Patroller (2)

“To be the preferred provider of cement and concrete-based building solutions in East Africa with a strong focus on customer experience.”

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 Patrollers as indicated below:

Job Title: Patroller (2)
Vacancy Code: PX02
Reporting Line: Production Shift Coordinator
Duration: Full time
Duty Station: Kasese

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Monitor performance of the shift in order to reach or exceed production targets and achieve quality and environmental standards.
• Clear blockages along the process (e.g., hanging material in the hoppers, jams).
• Effectively clean the preheater for build-ups during the shift.
• Ensure housekeeping in the Shop of operation.
• Report issues affecting flow to CRO, Shift Coordinator.
• Perform 1st level inspection on equipment.
• Ensure sampling of Ex-RM and feeder material.
• Perform minor repairs on shift with consideration of safety procedures.
• Identify and communicate operational bottlenecks, provide technical requirements, and follow up on technical execution.
• Plan and organize shift activities to meet product quantities within the quality requirements.
• Coordinate with the shift leader to execute minor repairs and ensure notifications are raised.
• Motivate Plant Attendants and improve their performance.
• Support and actively develop team members.
• Ensure compliance with OH&S policies and standards for the shift team.
• Demonstrate strong OH&S compliance to encourage safety culture among the shift team (e.g., 100% PPE compliance, good housekeeping).
• Identify and tackle specific actions to ensure health and safety prevention during production activities.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental Rules and Regulations as per Hima environmental standards and local regulations.
• Drive and support digitalization for improved visibility and utilization across all processes.
• Maintain awareness of plant operating costs (e.g., TSR impact, PRI) and limit the use of HFO, considering these costs regularly in the decision-making process.

Educational Requirements:

• Minimum of Ordinary/National Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Process Engineering.
• 3+ years’ experience in the cement industry in a similar post.
• Experience in a busy industrial environment preferred.
• Good knowledge of control tools and instruments (i.e., operation logic, regulation modes, and systems).

Other Requirements:

• Good knowledge of the cement manufacturing process.
• Good analytical skills.
• Good trouble shooter.
• Good communication skills.
• Good knowledge of safety regulations and rules applicable in an industrial environment.
• 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.

How to Apply:
Hima Cement will offer a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate. Candidates who meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the position should send their CVs, which should include details of email address (if any), present position, current remuneration, certificates/testimonials, and the address of three (3) referees plus telephone contact to the stipulated email address not later than 27th September 2024. (Email your application and CV to [email protected] and let’s save the environment).

Key Notes:

1. Hima Cement Limited is a diverse, inclusive, and equal opportunity employer. We do not 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