Job Title: Civil Engineering Lead
Organisation: Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Manager Technical Services
About Organisation:
The Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) Ltd was established under the Petroleum (Exploration, Development and Production) Act and the Petroleum (Refining, Conversion, Transmission and Midstream storage) Act, both of 2013 and incorporated under the Companies’ Act, 2012. It is a limited liability company wholly owned by the Government of Uganda. The overall function of UNOC is to handle the State’s commercial interests in the Oil and Gas industry and ensure that the resource is exploited in a sustainable manner.
Job Summary: responsible for offering technical guidance on all aspects of civil engineering design and execution as the lead subject matter expert in the civil engineering discipline at UNOC
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Guide and oversee civil engineering design and execution as a lead specialist, ensuring compliance with project standards and codes.
- Review and approve civil engineering project aspects, including drawings, materials, and installation procedures.
- Monitor contractor performance, suggesting remedial actions to prevent deficiencies or delays.
- Provide technical advice on budgets, procurement, and modifications related to civil engineering.
- Coordinate tasks such as surveys, obtaining necessary permits and approvals from regulatory bodies material specifications, and material testing during project execution.
- Conduct engineering compliance checks, quality assessment, and control for designs and operations.
- Develop and manage schedules for maintenance to ensure uninterrupted plant operations.
- Provide engineering support for designs, installations, commissioning, and operating issues.
- Ensure adherence to HSSE (Health, Safety, Social, Security, and Environment) systems during design and construction.
- Track contractor performance using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and report project progress weekly.
- Supervise maintenance, documentation archiving, and safety adherence for smooth project execution.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff.
- Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor(s).
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering (Hons) from a recognised university
- Professional Certification in Project Management e.g. MPM or PMP or Prince2 or specialised training in Project Management is an added advantage.
- Registered Engineer with the Engineer’s Registration Board with a Valid Practicing license.
- Certification or Knowledge of Quality Management Standards (Six Sigma, Certified Quality Auditor), CMQ/OE (Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence), ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
- A minimum of Six (6) years relevant working experience in the petroleum or manufacturing or construction industry in a reputable, busy organisation, with at least three (3) years of contract supervisory/team leader experience in a Civil Engineering role.
- Knowledge of Oil & Gas Industry Technical Standards is an added advantage.
Skills and Competencies
- Proficiency in Engineering CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D), Structural analysis tools (e.g., STAADPro, SAP2000, ETABS, Tekla Structures, Revit), and modelling.
- Stakeholder Management skills
- Negotiation & Influencing skills
- Proficiency in Civil Engineering Design and development
- Knowledge in Process & Safety Engineering
- Project planning and Management Skills
- Application of Civil Engineering Standards
- Knowledge of Oil & Gas Industry Technical Standards
- Stakeholder Management skills j) Negotiation & Influencing skills
- Leading Teams (including Team Development)
- HSSE Leadership
- Coordination and Collaboration skills
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should submit their applications through the UNOC online recruitment system accessible through this link
Deadline: 29th August 2025
Note:
- Only applications routed through the stated link shall be considered.
- Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.
- UNOC is an equal opportunity employer.
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 72