Refinery Project Engineer job at Uganda National Oil Company Limited

JOB PURPOSE : Responsible for implementing activities in the delivery of the refinery and kip projects, from planning through construction to commissioning and operation.

Responsibilities or duties,

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Support the planning, construction and operation of the Refinery and Kabaale Industrial Park projects
• Assist with the preparation of the Project Implementation Plan (PIP) and other key documents to support the project
• Assist with the creation of the Annual Work Plans (AWPs) and schedules for the project and its components for approval.
• Ensure that all project field activities comply with UNOC’s Project Engineering guidelines
• Ensures that projects activities are implemented in accordance with the company’s engineering guidelines and specifications, codes and standards, and regulatory agency requirements to meet necessary functionality and performance requirements.
• Risk Management and Mitigation of the Refinery
• Identify project issues and possible solutions and bring them to the attention of the Project Development Manager for action.
• Prepare regular reports to assist the Project Development Manager to track the progress of project components to ensure schedules and deadlines are met.
• Maintain records regarding development, QHSE performance and operations of the Project
• Assist the Project Development Manager with stakeholder consultations and communications, including status reporting, meeting minutes and other project documentations to various stakeholders.
• Interfaces with project contractors, keeps track of their deliverables, and keeps the Project Development Manager up to date
• Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor(s).

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills),

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry or an equivalent from a recognised University.
• At least four (4) years working experience in Engineering project execution, monitoring and evaluation, or construction supervision from a reputable organization.
• Postgraduate degree, diploma, or any relevant professional qualification in project Management is an added advantage
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, PIMS Project Management Software (SmartSheet, Primavera, Trello, Jira)
• Knowledge of the Oil & Gas Value Chain

Skills and Competencies

• Communications skills
• Analytical skills
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Stakeholder Management
• Partner (JV) relations Management
• Project Reporting (use of automated reporting tools)
• Excellent Stakeholder Management Skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Knowledge of Oil & Gas Industry Technical Standards
• Demonstrable QHSSE Knowledge

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes).

NOTE: UNOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any monies at any stage of the recruitment process.

• Support the planning, construction and operation of the Refinery and Kabaale Industrial Park projects
• Assist with the preparation of the Project Implementation Plan (PIP) and other key documents to support the project
• Assist with the creation of the Annual Work Plans (AWPs) and schedules for the project and its components for approval.
• Ensure that all project field activities comply with UNOC’s Project Engineering guidelines
• Ensures that projects activities are implemented in accordance with the company’s engineering guidelines and specifications, codes and standards, and regulatory agency requirements to meet necessary functionality and performance requirements.
• Risk Management and Mitigation of the Refinery
• Identify project issues and possible solutions and bring them to the attention of the Project Development Manager for action.
• Prepare regular reports to assist the Project Development Manager to track the progress of project components to ensure schedules and deadlines are met.
• Maintain records regarding development, QHSE performance and operations of the Project
• Assist the Project Development Manager with stakeholder consultations and communications, including status reporting, meeting minutes and other project documentations to various stakeholders.
• Interfaces with project contractors, keeps track of their deliverables, and keeps the Project Development Manager up to date
• Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor(s).

• Communications skills
• Analytical skills
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Stakeholder Management
• Partner (JV) relations Management
• Project Reporting (use of automated reporting tools)
• Excellent Stakeholder Management Skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Knowledge of Oil & Gas Industry Technical Standards
• Demonstrable QHSSE Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry or an equivalent from a recognised University.
• At least four (4) years working experience in Engineering project execution, monitoring and evaluation, or construction supervision from a reputable organization.
• Postgraduate degree, diploma, or any relevant professional qualification in project Management is an added advantage
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, PIMS Project Management Software (SmartSheet, Primavera, Trello, Jira)
• Knowledge of the Oil & Gas Value Chain