Manager Quality Assurance
2026-04-27T06:21:02+00:00
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
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https://www.uedcl.co.ug/
FULL_TIME
UEDCL Tower, Plot 37 Nakasero Road, Kampala
Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Professional Services
Management, Science & Engineering, Manufacturing & Warehouse, Business Operations, Energy & Mining
2026-05-08T17:00:00+00:00
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Background
The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is a limited liability company incorporated in Uganda under the Companies Act. UEDCL owns the 33KV and below voltage electricity distribution networks. The company sales and distributes electricity in Uganda as per ERA License issued on 31 December 2024 covering over 135 political districts, operates a modern pole plant at Lugogo, and executes key rural electrification schemes on behalf of the Government of Uganda.
Purpose of the Position:
To establish, implement, and maintain quality assurance systems at the pole treatment plant to ensure that all treated utility poles meet required technical, safety, and regulatory standards for electricity distribution.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement quality assurance policies, procedures, and standards for pole treatment and production.
- Ensure compliance with national and international standards (e.g., timber treatment, preservative usage, environmental standards).
- Maintain documentation for quality systems, audits, and certifications.
- Oversee inspection of raw materials (poles, chemicals) and finished products.
- Ensure testing of treated poles for strength, preservative penetration/retention.
- Approve or reject materials/products based on quality benchmarks.
- Monitor pole treatment processes (e.g., seasoning, preservative treatment).
- Identify process deviations and implement corrective actions.
- Work closely with production teams to improve efficiency without compromising quality.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies, certification agencies, and auditors.
- Lead internal and external quality audits.
- Analyse quality data and trends to identify areas for improvement.
- Implement quality improvement initiatives and best practices.
- Drive a culture of quality across the plant.
- Supervise Quality Assurance inspectors and technicians.
- Train staff on quality standards, procedures, and safety practices.
- Conduct performance evaluations and capacity-building programs.
- Ensure quality processes align with HSE policies.
- Monitor safe handling of treatment chemicals and waste disposal.
- Promote environmental sustainability practices.
- Prepare periodic quality reports for management.
- Maintain records of inspections, tests, non-conformities, and corrective actions.
- Liaise with stores section to ensure that only poles of same size are stacked together and keep a record of stacked poles.
Person Specifications
Academic Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in any Science Course, e.g Engineering, Wood science and Technology, Forestry or a course in any closely related field.
- Postgraduate qualification in Quality Management is an added advantage.
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in quality assurance, preferably in manufacturing, utilities, or wood treatment.
Professional Certification:
- Certification in Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001) is desirable.
Key Competencies
- Strong knowledge of QA/QC systems and standards.
- Understanding of timber treatment processes and materials testing.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Leadership and team management.
- Attention to detail and high integrity.
- Good communication and reporting skills.
Working Conditions
- Based at an industrial plant environment.
- Exposure to chemicals and machinery. (with required PPE)
- Occasional travel for inspections and audits.
* Develop and implement quality assurance policies, procedures, and standards for pole treatment and production. * Ensure compliance with national and international standards (e.g., timber treatment, preservative usage, environmental standards). * Maintain documentation for quality systems, audits, and certifications. * Oversee inspection of raw materials (poles, chemicals) and finished products. * Ensure testing of treated poles for strength, preservative penetration/retention. * Approve or reject materials/products based on quality benchmarks. * Monitor pole treatment processes (e.g., seasoning, preservative treatment). * Identify process deviations and implement corrective actions. * Work closely with production teams to improve efficiency without compromising quality. * Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards. * Liaise with regulatory bodies, certification agencies, and auditors. * Lead internal and external quality audits. * Analyse quality data and trends to identify areas for improvement. * Implement quality improvement initiatives and best practices. * Drive a culture of quality across the plant. * Supervise Quality Assurance inspectors and technicians. * Train staff on quality standards, procedures, and safety practices. * Conduct performance evaluations and capacity-building programs. * Ensure quality processes align with HSE policies. * Monitor safe handling of treatment chemicals and waste disposal. * Promote environmental sustainability practices. * Prepare periodic quality reports for management. * Maintain records of inspections, tests, non-conformities, and corrective actions. * Liaise with stores section to ensure that only poles of same size are stacked together and keep a record of stacked poles.
* Strong knowledge of QA/QC systems and standards. * Understanding of timber treatment processes and materials testing. * Analytical and problem-solving skills. * Leadership and team management. * Attention to detail and high integrity. * Good communication and reporting skills.
* A bachelor's degree in any Science Course, e.g Engineering, Wood science and Technology, Forestry or a course in any closely related field. * Postgraduate qualification in Quality Management is an added advantage. * Certification in Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001) is desirable.
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Vacancy title:
Manager Quality Assurance
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Management, Science & Engineering, Manufacturing & Warehouse, Business Operations, Energy & Mining]
Jobs at:
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, May 8 2026
Duty Station:
UEDCL Tower, Plot 37 Nakasero Road, Kampala | Kampala | Kampala
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, April 27 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background
The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is a limited liability company incorporated in Uganda under the Companies Act. UEDCL owns the 33KV and below voltage electricity distribution networks. The company sales and distributes electricity in Uganda as per ERA License issued on 31 December 2024 covering over 135 political districts, operates a modern pole plant at Lugogo, and executes key rural electrification schemes on behalf of the Government of Uganda.
Purpose of the Position:
To establish, implement, and maintain quality assurance systems at the pole treatment plant to ensure that all treated utility poles meet required technical, safety, and regulatory standards for electricity distribution.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement quality assurance policies, procedures, and standards for pole treatment and production.
- Ensure compliance with national and international standards (e.g., timber treatment, preservative usage, environmental standards).
- Maintain documentation for quality systems, audits, and certifications.
- Oversee inspection of raw materials (poles, chemicals) and finished products.
- Ensure testing of treated poles for strength, preservative penetration/retention.
- Approve or reject materials/products based on quality benchmarks.
- Monitor pole treatment processes (e.g., seasoning, preservative treatment).
- Identify process deviations and implement corrective actions.
- Work closely with production teams to improve efficiency without compromising quality.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies, certification agencies, and auditors.
- Lead internal and external quality audits.
- Analyse quality data and trends to identify areas for improvement.
- Implement quality improvement initiatives and best practices.
- Drive a culture of quality across the plant.
- Supervise Quality Assurance inspectors and technicians.
- Train staff on quality standards, procedures, and safety practices.
- Conduct performance evaluations and capacity-building programs.
- Ensure quality processes align with HSE policies.
- Monitor safe handling of treatment chemicals and waste disposal.
- Promote environmental sustainability practices.
- Prepare periodic quality reports for management.
- Maintain records of inspections, tests, non-conformities, and corrective actions.
- Liaise with stores section to ensure that only poles of same size are stacked together and keep a record of stacked poles.
Person Specifications
Academic Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in any Science Course, e.g Engineering, Wood science and Technology, Forestry or a course in any closely related field.
- Postgraduate qualification in Quality Management is an added advantage.
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in quality assurance, preferably in manufacturing, utilities, or wood treatment.
Professional Certification:
- Certification in Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001) is desirable.
Key Competencies
- Strong knowledge of QA/QC systems and standards.
- Understanding of timber treatment processes and materials testing.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Leadership and team management.
- Attention to detail and high integrity.
- Good communication and reporting skills.
Working Conditions
- Based at an industrial plant environment.
- Exposure to chemicals and machinery. (with required PPE)
- Occasional travel for inspections and audits.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
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To apply, upload your CV (Clearly indicating 3 referees with contacts), Cover letter and all copies of academic and other support documents. Put the job title on the subject line. Only applications received online will be considered.
Address your Application to:
The Head Human Resource and Administration, UEDCL Tower, Plot 37 Nakasero Road, Kampala.
Closing Date:
All applications MUST be submitted by Friday, May 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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