Checked by NextRoleHub · Posted 22 Oct 2026
Lacor Hospital jobs are open in the Technical Department of St. Mary’s Hospital Lacor in Gulu for six trades: Carpenter, Plumber, Mason, Painter, Motor Vehicle Mechanic and Compound Attendant. These are hands-on roles keeping one of Northern Uganda’s largest hospitals running, from repairs and plumbing to building work, painting, vehicle maintenance and grounds care. The trade roles need a certificate from an accredited training institution in carpentry and joinery, plumbing, building or masonry, painting or motor vehicle mechanics, while the Compound Attendant needs an O level certificate. All applicants need practical experience, good workmanship, the ability to work with minimal supervision and willingness to work in a hospital setting, and flexibility and multi-tasking are a plus. A rare batch of certificate-level technical jobs in Uganda in jobs in Gulu. Email one PDF application by Saturday, 7 November 2026.
Job Overview
- EmployerSt. Mary’s Hospital Lacor
- DepartmentTechnical Department
- PositionsCarpenter, Plumber, Mason, Painter, Mechanic, Compound Attendant
- LocationLacor, Gulu City
- Minimum QualificationTrade certificate (O level for Compound Attendant)
- DeadlineSaturday, 7 November 2026
About The Company
St. Mary’s Hospital Lacor is a private, not-for-profit Catholic hospital in Gulu, founded in 1959 and one of the largest hospitals in Northern Uganda.
It provides general and specialist care, runs training schools and serves patients across the Acholi sub-region and beyond.
About The Lacor Hospital Technical Role
The Technical Department keeps the hospital’s buildings, plumbing, vehicles and compound in working order so clinical teams can focus on patient care.
Key Responsibilities
Positions Available
- Carpenter: Certificate in Carpentry & Joinery or equivalent.
- Plumber: Certificate in Plumbing or equivalent.
- Mason: Certificate in Building/Masonry or equivalent.
- Painter: Certificate in Painting or equivalent.
- Mechanic: Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics or equivalent.
- Compound Attendant: O level certificate.
Qualifications & Requirements
General Requirements
- Certificate from an accredited training institution in the relevant trade.
- Practical experience in the respective field.
- Good workmanship and ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Willingness to work in a hospital environment.
- Flexibility and multi-tasking skills are an added advantage.
Skills & Competencies
Technical Skills
- Trade skills: Certified in your field.
- Maintenance: Repairs and upkeep.
- Safety: Hospital-safe work.
- Tools: Proper equipment use.
Soft Skills
- Reliability: Works unsupervised.
- Flexibility: Multi-tasking.
- Teamwork: Hospital staff.
- Workmanship: Quality finish.
Benefits
Salary and benefits are not stated in the advert.
Why Apply
- Certificate holders welcome.
- O level role available.
- Steady hospital employer in Gulu.
- Six trades in one recruitment.
- Great for jobs in Gulu.
How To Apply
Send ONE PDF of no more than 8MB to [email protected] and copy [email protected]. Address your letter to The Deputy Administrator-HR, St. Mary’s Hospital Lacor, P.O. Box 180, Gulu.
The PDF must contain your application letter, an updated CV, copies of academic and professional certificates and a copy of your National ID. The subject line must carry the exact position name, for example “Application for the Position of a Plumber”.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Read the official Lacor Hospital advert. See more health jobs in Uganda and jobs in Gulu.
Application Tips
- Apply for one trade per email.
- Attach your trade certificate.
- Include a copy of your National ID.
- Keep the PDF under 8MB.
- Apply by 7 November.
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