Job Title: Planning Engineer (Re-advertised)
Organisation: Avanti Energy
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Avanti Energy Services Limited (Avanti) is a Ugandan national company, which engages in providing services to the upstream oil and gas production industry within Uganda. Avanti was awarded a contract by a major oil and gas service company to source and employ in excess of 100 Ugandan engineers, technicians, operators and laborers to support their oil drilling operations within Uganda.
Job Summary: Avanti Energy is hiring a Planning Engineer is responsible for developing, monitoring, and maintaining detailed project schedules to ensure the timely and efficient execution of oil and gas projects. This role involves coordinating with multiple stakeholders, tracking progress, managing resources, identifying risks, and ensuring compliance with contractual, safety, and regulatory standards.
The Planning Engineer uses advanced project management tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and SAP to support project planning, cost control, and reporting efforts from initiation through commissioning and start-up.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably Mechanical)
- Certification: Possession of valid and relevant education certificates.
- Experience: At least 5 years in a similar role, specifically related to Planning Engineer, project planner and knowledge in oil and gas, EPC Processes, handle processing.
- Skills: Strong understanding of Planning in engineering, excellent stakeholder engagement, project management, and communication skills.
How to Apply:
Send your cover letter, CV, and academic documents as a single PDF to [email protected] with the subject line “Planning Engineer Application”.
Deadline: 14th July 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60