To focus on testing, reporting to the Quality Engineer. The Laboratory Technician monitors and
maintains the quality assurance for all products and quality systems in place. Will support internal
and external customers through New Product Development (NPD), innovative customer solutions
and customer support.
The job holder reports to Quality Control Engineer and ensures product quality through effective
and responsible execution of the quality control policies and procedures while maintaining quality
procedures which meet quality standards.
The scope includes:
a. Sample Testing and Preparation
b. Health & Safety Compliance
c. Proper maintenance of testing Equipment
d. Cross checking equipment accuracy/LQTS
e. Result Documentation/ Report writing
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Accurately documents results/observations and maintains paperwork and/or computer
databases.
• Ensures that the H&S and housekeeping standards are maintained.
Performs sample preparation, physical testing and other analysis as per applicable
standards.
• Monitors and communicates quality concerns affecting product quality.
• Carries out Primary tests and mechanical tests on Cement specimens presented to
him/her (including competitor cements)
• Ensures that all consumables for use in both physical and material Lab are always in
place.
• Monitors the sample stores and sorts out unwanted samples regularly.
• Monitors and controls the curing tanks’ water levels.
• Prepares reports and other technical literature.
• Run lab quality technical standards (LQTS) to cross-check the equipment accuracy using
secondary reference standards to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Measures and records the Humidity and temperature of the curing room tanks and
cabinet where Physical analysis is done daily.
• Ensures that all testing equipment is properly maintained.
• Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies
in all work environment areas. Promotes a positive safety culture through leading by
example.
• Works in the field- as needed.
Required Qualifications skills and attributes.
Educational Requirements
• Must have a minimum of a Diploma in Material Engineering, Chemistry, Laboratory
Science Technology (Chemistry/Physical) or a related course.
• Knowledge in concrete and cement testing procedures is an added advantage
• Minimum 1 year of experience in construction building materials or a related industry.
• Minimum 1 year of Laboratory experience.
• Knowledge in quality control & assurance
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• A good command of the English language, both written and spoken
Profile & Personal Qualities
• Self-driven, results-oriented.
• Able to plan and prioritise
• Comfortable dealing with people and a good listener
• Reliable, tolerant & determined
• Able to work extended hours when required
• Good verbal communication skills
• Flexibility to work anywhere within Uganda is an added advantage
How to apply;
Hima Cement will offer a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate.
Candidates that know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the
above position, should send their CVs, which should include details of email address (if any),
present position, current remuneration, Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees
plus telephone contact to the stipulated email address not later than 30th September 2025. (Email
your application and CV to careers@himacement.com, 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 – Corporate
Hima Cement Ltd, Plot 838 Namanve Industrial Park
P.O Box 7230 Kampala
