Earthworks & Drainage Superintendent Jobs – Mota-Engil Africa

Job Title:  Earthworks & Drainage Superintendent

Organisation: Mota-Engil Africa

Duty Station: Buliisa, Uganda

 

About the Company:

Mota-Engil is a Portuguese group in the sectors of civil construction, public works, port operations, waste, water, and logistics.  The Mota-Engil Group comprises 228 companies within three major business areas Engineering and construction, Environment and Services and Transport concessions operating in 21 countries through its branches and subsidiaries, including Mota-Engil Engenharia e Construção, S.A., Tertir, SUMA, INDAQUA  Manvia, Vibeiras, Ascendi and Martifer.

 

Job Summary:   Responsible for supervision of earthworks operations on the production site.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Control and monitor work instruction progress in consultation with civil superintendent, Supervisors and Project Engineers.
  • Supervise the survey team for approval of final well coordinates prior to start of site activities.
  • Plan & allocate site earthwork crews as per drilling priorities for well pad location & construction. Liaise with QA/QC and other required Departments on a day to day basis.
  • Perform detailed supervision, to ensure a quality installed scope of work which meets project specifications and procedures for all earth works including interface coordination with Electrical, Instrument, Mechanical and Drilling Groups as applicable.
  • Liaise with the surveying contractor(s) to ensure correct set outs for all works.
  • Cross check with mechanical / piping and rotating equipment supervisors to ensure correct location of all foundations and ensure joint check sheets are completed correctly as applicable.
  • Provide timely information to the project team to enable adequate resources to be allocated to areas under their responsibility.
  • Designing effective and sustainable drainage systems using both modern software and proven engineering principles.
  • Preparing reports and documentation for regulatory approvals and compliance.
  • Supervising the installation of drainage systems to ensure adherence to design specifications.
  • Maintaining and optimizing existing drainage systems to enhance functionality and extend lifespan.
  • Responding to emergency situations involving system failures or blockages





Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • Certificate in Civil Engineering or in a related field or training/certificate with 10 years of experience in a related role will be considered in lieu of the required Certificate.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in the earthworks and drainage works in a construction industry,
  • Advanced knowledge of surface mobile and civil equipment management.
  • Advanced knowledge of tool & equipment safety.
  • Capable of leading and managing craft and non-craft employees.

 

Note: Mota Engil Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

 

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should apply online at the link below

 

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Date Posted 2025-01-31T06:14
Valid Through 2025-02-15T00:00
Employment Type FULL_TIME
Hiring Organization Mota Engil
Job Location Kampala, Kampala, Kampala , 0256, Uganda