• Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) – O-Level with passes in Mathematics, Physics, and English (compulsory baseline).
  
• Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) – A-Level with technical subjects, OR a post-O-Level technical/vocational qualification from a UBTEB-accredited institution.
  
• Trade Certificate or Craft Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics / Automotive Engineering from a recognized Ugandan technical institution such as Uganda Technical Colleges (UTC Elgon, UTC Kichwamba, UTC Lira), St. Joseph’s Technical Institute, Don Bosco Technical Institutes, or equivalent UBTEB-certified institution.
  
• A Diploma in Automotive Engineering, Motor Vehicle Technology, or Mechanical Engineering from a NITA-U accredited institution or recognised polytechnic is strongly preferred.
  
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering is an added advantage, though not required for this artisan-level role.
  
• At least 3–5 years of hands-on experience as a mechanic specializing in heavy commercial vehicles (trucks, trailers, or heavy plant equipment) in Uganda or the East African region.
  
• Demonstrated experience performing preventive maintenance services, major mechanical repairs, and breakdown response on vehicles of 7.5 tons GVW and above.
  

Preventive Maintenance

• Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance services (PMS) in accordance with the manufacturer’s service intervals and the Fleet Coordinator’s maintenance schedule — including engine oil and filter changes, fuel filter replacements, air filter services, coolant flushes, brake adjustments, and greasing of all lubrication points.
  
• Complete full pre-service and post-service vehicle inspections, documenting findings accurately on job cards.
  
• Inspect and adjust braking systems (drum and disc), including brake linings, shoes, calipers, wheel cylinders, brake chambers, and slack adjusters on air-brake systems.
  

Fault Diagnosis & Corrective Repairs

• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults on HGVs using both manual inspection and electronic diagnostic tools/OBD scanners where available.
  
• Carry out engine repairs including cylinder head work, timing system repairs, fuel injection system servicing, turbocharger inspection, and overheating fault resolution.
  
• Repair and overhaul gearbox, clutch, propeller shaft, and differential systems on manual and automatic heavy truck transmissions.
  
• Service and repair suspension systems including leaf springs, shock absorbers, U-bolts, torque rods, and fifth wheel coupling assemblies on articulated units.
  

Reefer / Refrigeration Unit Maintenance

• Carry out routine maintenance on refrigeration (reefer) units fitted to reefer trucks, including checking refrigerant levels, belts, evaporator coils, condenser units, and temperature control systems.
  
• Diagnose and report refrigeration unit faults beyond in-house capability to the Fleet Coordinator for escalation to a certified refrigeration engineer.
  
• Ensure reefer units are fully operational and temperature-verified before every cold-chain dispatch.
  

Breakdown Response

• Respond promptly to field breakdown callouts, either by attending the breakdown site or providing remote technical guidance to drivers to enable safe recovery.
  
• Carry a field service toolkit and critical fast-moving spare parts (fan belts, fuses, bulbs, brake chamber diaphragms, etc.) to enable roadside repairs where possible.
  
• Arrange and coordinate recovery towing for vehicles that cannot be repaired in the field, liaising with the Fleet Coordinator on logistics.
  
• Complete breakdown job cards on return to the workshop, documenting the fault found, parts used, repair time, and root cause.
  

Workshop Documentation & Parts Management

• Open, complete, and close job cards accurately for every vehicle that enters the workshop — recording fault description, diagnosis, parts used, labour hours, and final sign-off.
  
• Raise parts requisitions through the Fleet Coordinator, specifying correct part numbers and quantities to avoid incorrect parts procurement.
  
• Return all unused parts to stores and ensure parts usage is reconciled against job cards before vehicle release.
  
• Maintain an accurate tool register and report any damaged, missing, or worn tools to the Fleet Coordinator immediately.
  

Workshop Safety & Housekeeping

• Adhere strictly to all workshop safety rules: use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including overalls, safety boots, gloves, and eye protection always.
  
• Follow safe working procedures for vehicle jacking, chocking, and working under elevated vehicles — no shortcuts under any circumstances.
  
• Handle and dispose of waste oil, coolant, tyres, batteries, and other workshop waste in accordance with environmental and occupational health requirements.