Supervisor – Mill DCS at Sugar Kakira Sugar Limited, Jinja, Uganda

Job Description

To Monitor mill operation through DCS and maintain mill efficiency parameters by taking
appropriate steps to get good quality bagasse.
Key Responsibilities
➢ Responsible for starting and stopping of mills in quick time by following safe
procedures. Make sure right amount of imbibition water is applied with right
temperature.
➢ Report to the shift engineer in case of abnormalities found in any of running equipment.
➢ Scrutinise the predecessor’s handover report to obtain information on the condition of
the plant and make a quick physical inspection of the equipment with help of mill
supervisor.
➢ In absence of mill supervisor, perform mill supervisor duties as and when required.
➢ Assign and direct staff to specific job tasks, supervise their performance and provide
necessary technical guidance and advice during shutdown and planned stoppages.
➢ In liaison with the shift operators, monitor and ensure SHE compliance.
➢ Continuously monitor the operational behaviour of the plant to detect failure warning
signs and take preventive measures.
➢ Maintain subordinate staff discipline and attend their personal and occupational
grievances.
➢ Directly supervise plant overhauling during shutdowns and off-crop periods.
➢ Prepare shift handover reports covering all aspects of the operation and maintain
operational logbooks.
➢ Perform such other duties as may be assigned or delegated by the shift engineer from
time to time.
C Knowledge, qualifications & Experience
C1.1 Education:
A degree in Mechanical Engineering/Bachelor of Engineering & Manufacturing
Engineeringor its equivalent or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Institution.
C1.2 Experience, Skills and Competences:
A minimum of two (02) years’ experience for Degree holders and five (05) years for Diploma
Holders in related field. Experience in handling of shift workers is an added advantage. Good
supervisory skills, good communication and interpersonal skills.