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Mechanical Engineer job at Uganda National Oil Company - UNOC | Apply Now
Uganda
Full Time
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About the Organisation
The Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC) is a state-owned enterprise established in 2015 under the Petroleum Acts of 2013, with the mandate to manage Uganda's commercial interests in the petroleum sector and ensure the resource is exploited sustainably. UNOC's purpose is encapsulated in its statement: "Creating Value for Generations."
The company has garnered recognition for its strategic performance management, notably receiving the Balanced Scorecard Institute’s 2023 Award for Excellence, highlighting its strong leadership and organizational alignment. UNOC fosters a culture of innovation and professionalism, offering employees opportunities for holistic development across strategic, operational, and leadership dimensions. Regularly, the company announces job openings in various departments, with details available on their careers page.
Since its inception, UNOC has evolved by integrating sustainability into its corporate strategy, aligning with at least 11 of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Operating from its headquarters in Kampala, UNOC's vision is to be an innovative and profitable company operating across the petroleum value chain for the benefit of all Ugandans. The company's core values include innovation, integrity, and sustainability.
Through its corporate social responsibility initiatives, UNOC is committed to delivering strategic programs that foster long-term relationships with local communities. For more information, visit their official website at https://www.unoc.co.ug/.
Uganda National Oil Company - UNOC was incorporated as a limited liability company wholly owned by the Government of Uganda in June 2015. Our overall function is to handle the Government of Uganda’s commercial interests in the petroleum sub-sector and to ensure State participation in petroleum activities. The company is also mandated to investigate and propose new upstream, midstream, and downstream ventures initially locally and eventually internationally.
Job Title
Mechanical Engineer job at Uganda National Oil Company - UNOC
Uganda National Oil Company - UNOC
Job Description
DEPARTMENT: Operations
JOB TITLE: Mechanical Engineer (1 Vacancy)
REPORTS TO: Mechanical Engineering Lead
JOB PURPOSE: Provide technical supervision and administrative support for ongoing mechanical projects to ensure works are executed as planned in a safe environment, adhering to Oil and Gas QHSSE standards.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Collaborate closely with other Project Engineers to ensure project objectives and key performance indicators are achieved safely.
Define the scope of work for individual projects, develop mechanical drawings based on agreed design criteria, prepare bills of quantities, and generate cost estimates to support selection processes and project feasibility analysis.
Conduct structured risk assessments for mechanical works, develop mitigation plans, and proactively manage risks during project execution.
Complete necessary job assessments, permits, time sheets, and any required documentation.
Ensure all required paperwork is available and thoroughly reviewed before mobilizing to site.
Identify and manage scope changes, investigate issues, and provide engineering solutions to support project planning and execution.
Conduct site walk-throughs and plan the installation process.
Record and update any changes to scope and "as-built" drawings as agreed with the line manager.
Supervise and manage construction sites, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards.
Participate in job inspections to identify and address non-conformities according to technical quality recommendations.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor(s).
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
A minimum of four (4) years of experience in the petroleum, manufacturing, or construction industries within a reputable, busy, and successful company.
Experience using engineering software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Microsoft Project, and Primavera.
Specialized training in Project Planning and Management is an added advantage.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
Strong project planning and management skills.
Knowledge of mechanical engineering standards.
Familiarity with Oil & Gas industry technical standards.
Understanding of the Oil & Gas value chain.
Knowledge of cost management principles.
Contract management expertise.
Application of QHSSE standards.
Coordination and collaboration skills.
Ability to read, interpret, and create engineering drawings and plans.
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APPLICATION DEADLINE:
All applications are expected to be submitted from Monday 10th February 2025 and not later than Friday 28th February 2025 by 23:59 Hours (11:59PM EAT)
NOTE
ONLY online applications will be considered.
Applicants are required to scan and attach certified copies of the required academic documents only e.g. Transcript, O’level, A’level, Degree certificates.
Each attachment must not exceed a limit of 1MB and ONLY Portable Document Format (pdf) is allowed. Where attachments are more than 1MB, candidates are advised to break them down before uploading.
Academic documents for the successful candidates will be vetted and background checks conducted before they are considered for appointment into the Company.
Applicants without authentic academic transcripts will not be considered.
Any applicant with forged academic documents will be charged in the relevant courts of law.
Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
“UNOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any monies to any candidates during the recruitment process. Report any form of solicitation to +256312444629”
For any inquiries please contact the Human Resource team on recruitment.unoc@unoc.co.ug.
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