Material Testing Technicians
2026-09-09T04:54:57+00:00
Cementers
https://cdn.greatugandajobs.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_5757/logo/cementers.png
https://cementers.com/
FULL_TIME
Uganda
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Professional Services
Science & Engineering, Construction, Installation, Maintenance & Repair
2026-09-18T17:00:00+00:00
8
BASIC PURPOSE:
CEMENTERS UGANDA LIMITED invites applications from suitable qualified persons for its construction activities under the scope of CPF Roads on the Tilenga project.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform routine field and/or laboratory tests
- Responsible for the field compaction testing, sampling and observation of soils, aggregate and asphalt utilizing nuclear density gauges
- Perform soil, grout, and asphalt quality control tests through sampling and visual observation, performing slump, air, unit weight and temperature tests as well as cast specimens for compressive and flexural strength specimens
- Sampling of asphalt cores to verify thickness, density, and % air voids communication with site contractors, agency representatives, other technicians and project managers
- Complete accurate and detailed field-testing reports or diagram
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPEREINCE QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum education: Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills to document daily activities
- Materials Knowledge (MUST)
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Materials Knowledge
- Testing Operations
- Plan development
- Reporting and documentation
- Risk identification and prevention
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience in materials testing and inspection Role.
- A documented track record of working with qc team
- Perform routine field and/or laboratory tests
- Responsible for the field compaction testing, sampling and observation of soils, aggregate and asphalt utilizing nuclear density gauges
- Perform soil, grout, and asphalt quality control tests through sampling and visual observation, performing slump, air, unit weight and temperature tests as well as cast specimens for compressive and flexural strength specimens
- Sampling of asphalt cores to verify thickness, density, and % air voids communication with site contractors, agency representatives, other technicians and project managers
- Complete accurate and detailed field-testing reports or diagram
- Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills to document daily activities
- Materials Knowledge
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Testing Operations
- Plan development
- Reporting and documentation
- Risk identification and prevention
- Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Materials Knowledge (MUST)
JOB-6aa0e6a150afc
Vacancy title:
Material Testing Technicians
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Science & Engineering, Construction, Installation, Maintenance & Repair]
Jobs at:
Cementers
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, September 18 2026
Duty Station:
Uganda | Kampala
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, September 9 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
Similar Jobs in Uganda
Learn more about Cementers
Cementers jobs in Uganda
JOB DETAILS:
BASIC PURPOSE:
CEMENTERS UGANDA LIMITED invites applications from suitable qualified persons for its construction activities under the scope of CPF Roads on the Tilenga project.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform routine field and/or laboratory tests
- Responsible for the field compaction testing, sampling and observation of soils, aggregate and asphalt utilizing nuclear density gauges
- Perform soil, grout, and asphalt quality control tests through sampling and visual observation, performing slump, air, unit weight and temperature tests as well as cast specimens for compressive and flexural strength specimens
- Sampling of asphalt cores to verify thickness, density, and % air voids communication with site contractors, agency representatives, other technicians and project managers
- Complete accurate and detailed field-testing reports or diagram
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPEREINCE QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum education: Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills to document daily activities
- Materials Knowledge (MUST)
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Materials Knowledge
- Testing Operations
- Plan development
- Reporting and documentation
- Risk identification and prevention
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience in materials testing and inspection Role.
- A documented track record of working with qc team
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: associate degree
Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now.
If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your job application cover letter along with a detailed resume, copies of the relevant certificates and testimonials in a single PDF file format, quoting the respective Job title or Ref no. in the subject field
All Jobs | QUICK ALERT SUBSCRIPTION