Internal Auditor – Engineering Services

• PositionInternal Auditor – Engineering Services
• CompanyUganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
• LocationKampala, Uganda
• Job TypeFull Time
• CategoryAccounting & Finance, Engineering, Government Jobs in Uganda
• IndustryElectricity distribution
• DepartmentInternal Audit
• Deadline15 November 2026, 9:00 AM

Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited is mandated to develop, own and operate Uganda's electricity distribution network at 33kV and below, in accordance with licences for the sale and distribution of electricity issued by the Electricity Regulatory Authority.

UEDCL states that its core functions are derived from the Electricity Act 1999, as amended in 2022, the Public Enterprises Reform and Divestiture Act 1993 and the Uganda Energy Policy 2023. Its mission is to provide sustainable electricity distribution and supply services for Uganda's environmental and socio-economic transformation, with a vision of a smart and reliable distribution system for universal electricity access.

The Internal Auditor – Engineering Services conducts audits of engineering operations, including project management, asset management and maintenance activities. The role assesses compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements and technical standards, identifies engineering-related risks, evaluates internal controls and provides practical recommendations to improve operational efficiency, governance, compliance and safety. It also follows up corrective actions, assesses technical workflows and maintains complete records of audit work.

Based at UEDCL Head Office on Nakasero Road, the role works in office and field environments and interacts with system owners, process owners and other organisational stakeholders. The auditor may access distribution network infrastructure, systems, control centres and operational locations, and travel to different organisational locations or duty areas. A distinct part of the position is supervising, guiding, coaching and mentoring Graduate Trainees during engineering-related audit assignments.

In plain terms, this job splits into 4 areas of work. Each list below restates the employer’s duties in shorter words; the advert linked under How To Apply is the final word.

Engineering audit work

The auditor examines engineering projects, maintenance, safety and workflows, assessing whether controls and technical procedures work effectively.

• Audit engineering projects, safety, technical processes and maintenance work.
• Review whether engineering controls, technical methods and safety arrangements are adequate and effective.
• Review technical workflows and operating practices for efficiency and effectiveness.

Risk and compliance

The role identifies engineering risks, checks compliance with applicable requirements and follows corrective actions to completion.

• Assess technical, safety and operational risks in engineering activities.
• Check alignment with internal policies, regulations, technical rules and relevant industry standards.
• Recommend risk controls and follow up their implementation.

Team development

The auditor supervises graduate trainees and develops junior colleagues through technical coaching and constructive guidance.

• Supervise Graduate Trainees and provide guidance during technical audit work.
• Coach, mentor and train junior colleagues and give constructive feedback to build their technical capability.

Reporting and improvement

The role documents audit evidence, reports findings and practical recommendations, and identifies ways to improve engineering operations.

• Prepare clear audit reports explaining findings, risks and practical improvements.
• Keep complete, organised audit records in line with applicable requirements.
• Identify better practices and promote innovation and ongoing efficiency in engineering work.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Professional certification or progress towards obtaining a relevant certification or membership, such as Uganda Institution of Professional Engineers (UIPE), Project Management, or Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).

Work Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in engineering operations, project management, or technical auditing.
• Demonstrable knowledge of asset management, project management, maintenance processes, and applicable engineering standards.
• Experience in auditing or risk assessment within the utility or energy sector is an added advantage.

Additional Requirements

• The role involves both office and field-based work, with regular interaction with system owners, process owners and other organisational stakeholders.
• The role requires access to distribution network infrastructure, systems, control centres and operational locations for audit procedures.
• Travel to different organisational locations or duty areas may be required for audit assignments.
• Continuous professional development is required to remain abreast of emerging technologies, engineering and professional auditing practices.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying abreast of emerging industry trends, technical developments and applicable standards.
• Willingness and ability to continuously learn and adapt to emerging technologies.

Technical Skills

• Engineering operations: Strong understanding of engineering operations, project management and asset maintenance practices.
• Safety and technical standards: Good knowledge of safety standards, technical procedures, protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Technical risk analysis: Ability to analyse technical data, processes and operational information to identify risks, control weaknesses and inefficiencies.
• Audit reporting: Ability to prepare clear and concise audit observations and reports and explain technical audit findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• Professional development: Commitment to continuous professional development and keeping abreast of emerging industry trends, technical developments and applicable standards.

Soft Skills

• Critical thinking: Strong critical-thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in audit reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Coaching and mentoring: Demonstrated ability to supervise, coach and mentor junior team members effectively.
• Integrity: High level of professionalism, integrity and commitment to ethical practices.
• Judgement: Objectivity, professional scepticism and sound judgement in carrying out audit assignments.

Benefits are not stated in the advert.

• Audit engineering projects, safety, processes and maintenance activities within a national electricity distribution company.
• Assess controls, technical procedures and safety measures across engineering operations.
• Identify technical, safety and operational risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Contribute to stronger governance, compliance, reliability and efficiency in engineering operations.
• Work across distribution network infrastructure, systems, control centres and operational locations.
• Prepare audit reports that connect findings and risks with practical process improvements.
• Supervise, coach and mentor Graduate Trainees during engineering-related audit assignments.
• Support innovation and continuous improvement in technical and engineering operations.

Apply through the UEDCL candidate portal at https://uedclrecruitment.uedcl.co.ug/careers/45d79e34-456b-43f8-bc27-bd47df1c240f. Sign in or register, complete your profile, then apply with your CV and cover letter. Applications close on 15 November 2026 at 9:00 AM.

• Checked on 11 November 2026 against Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)'s official advert.
• Closing date confirmed as 15 November 2026. NextRoleHub closes the listing at 23:59 Kampala time that day.
• The application link goes to the employer's own page or email. Applying is free; report anyone who asks for money.
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