At Hima Cement, our Vision is “To be the preferred provider of cement and concrete based building
solutions in East Africa with a strong focus on customer experience.”
Hima Cement works with all actors in the building and construction industry in Uganda –
manufacturing and supplying a wide range of building and construction solutions designed to meet
housing and construction needs from small projects like individual home buildings to major
construction and infrastructure projects.
Whether supplying high-quality cement to a craftsman or helping leading architects explore and
deliver creative possibilities, Hima is committed to providing solutions that fit the needs of all its
clients.
In order to achieve the above objectives, Hima Cement seeks to recruit a motivated and competent
staff as indicated below;
Job Title: Logistics Safety Coordinator
Vacancy Code: LSCX01
Reporting line: Transport Development & Road Safety Manager
Duration: Full time – Contract
Duty Station: Kasese
Job Summary;
Under the general guidance of the Transport Development and Road Safety Manager, you will
plan, organise, direct, coordinate and drive the achievement of a proactive road safety
management system and performance in our transport operations at the site of location.
The scope includes:
a) Outbound logistics
b) Inbound logistics
c) Aspects of people transport
d) Aspects of mobile equipment
e) Logistics site safety.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Participates in planning, preparations and conducting of 5-pillar transport audits,
preparation of corrective actions and follow up on corrective actions to successful
closure.
• Offer technical assistance in the prequalification of transporters as required in the
contractor management system and that transporters have good fleet maintenance
and inspection programs and that dispatched trucks are in good condition.
• Design, implement a route hazard mapping program, that is updated on a regular
basis and that all drivers assigned to a route have been briefed on the main route
hazards.
• In alignment with business needs, participates in the selection and prequalification of
potential transporters and in preparation and follow up of corrective action plans within
agreed timelines.
• Manage accidents and incidents including investigation and reporting as per company
guidelines and procedures, prepare reports and share key learnings with
stakeholders, follow up and close out corrective and preventive actions.
• Capture, maintain, and analyse road safety data and statistics and derive actions for
continuous improvement from the data.
• Conduct meetings with stakeholders and make presentations as and when called
upon.
• Supervise truck inspection process for effectiveness and document process findings
for further analysis and derive actions for improvement.
• Conduct regular housekeeping audits and inspections at parking yards, driver welfare
facilities and check points to comply with site Health and Safety Regulations
• Design, and implement road safety culture change initiatives such as campaigns,
public awareness trainings etc, both within and those organized by other agencies.
• Drive a structured, consistent and documented driver training and development
program.
• Implement and sustain an effective journey plan management system with written
journey plans that are monitored and evaluated and closed, conduct pre and post trip
engagements, GPS monitoring, check point management and compliance and that all
drivers and check point marshals adhere to check point requirements. In collaboration
with other employees, push and improve compliance through well conducted and
documented road patrols.
Required Qualifications skills and attributes.
Educational Requirements
• Graduate of a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
• 1 years’ experience in a busy commercial environment/FMCG involving import/export
• Must demonstrate Passion in Transport safety.
Profile & Personal Qualities
• Communication and presentation skills
• Integrity
• Resilience
• Team player
• Demonstrated Leadership
• Hands on proactive approach
• Energy, drive and passion towards safety
• Training, coaching and presentation skills
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 16th
September, 2024. (Email your application and CV to [email protected] 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.
