Stardena Careers Uganda - Supervisor-Cane Loading | at Kakira Sugar Works

Job Description

overall purpose of the job is to oversee tractor drivers in the section to accomplish allocated tasks in the anticipated time in order to achieve the set cane transport targets according to the budgeted costs.

The Supervisor - Cane Loading plays a direct role in maintaining field transport schedules and coordinating daily loading activities. Working closely with section supervisors and transport teams, the role ensures efficient workforce utilization, timely cane movement, and smooth resolution of day-to-day operational challenges on site.

Kakira Sugar is hiring a full-time Supervisor-Cane Loading to manage daily field transport and loading operations in Uganda. The position oversees tractor drivers and field crews across assigned sugarcane sections to keep harvest haulage running on schedule.

Day-to-day work involves checking fleet availability at the field depot each morning, assigning haulage routes, and monitoring tractor drivers to meet daily tonnage targets. You will work directly on site with section supervisors, field mechanics, and weighbridge clerks to maintain steady cane movement from field to factory. When machinery breakdowns or route delays happen along plantation tracks, you step in to adjust driver shifts and keep operational expenses within the allocated section budget.

This role suits candidates holding a diploma or certificate in agricultural engineering, transport logistics, or fleet management, combined with practical experience supervising drivers within large agricultural estates. Practical knowledge of heavy machinery, field workforce coordination, and cane haulage scheduling fits this position well.

Daily tasks require working outdoors across active harvesting sectors, quick decision-making when transport stalls, and recording driver hours alongside total cane volumes moved during each shift.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the checking in and out of subordinate employees daily by signing the attendance sheets.
Handle and settle grievances among subordinate staff on work related issues and report those of a serious nature to the supervisor for remedial action.
Coordinate with the section supervisor in planning the day’s work.
Identify tasks and deploy labour for optimal utilization.

Qualifications

Diploma or Certificate in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Logistics, or a related field.
Previous experience supervising field labour, agricultural transport, or cane loading operations.
Proven ability to direct tractor drivers and field workers effectively.
Strong supervisory, conflict resolution, and operational coordination skills.

Skills

Cane Loading Supervision Workforce Deployment Attendance Tracking Conflict Resolution Transport Operations Daily Work Planning

Quick answers about this job

What is the Supervisor-Cane Loading job at Kakira Sugar Works?

Kakira Sugar Works is hiring a Supervisor-Cane Loading in Jinja. It is a full-time position in the Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing jobs in Uganda field within the Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing sector.

Where is this Supervisor-Cane Loading job based?

The job is based in Jinja (Uganda).

Who can apply for this Supervisor-Cane Loading job?

The advert points to Entry Level level experience and education at Certificate level. The Qualifications and Responsibilities sections above give the full requirements.

What is the salary for this job?

The employer has not stated a salary in the advert, so pay is to be discussed.

What is the deadline to apply?

Applications close on 08 Nov 2026.

How do I apply for this job?

You can apply online through the application link. The full instructions are in the How to Apply section of this page.

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Supervisor-Cane Loading