Geologist Career Opportunity at Uganda Electricity Generation Company Ltd (UEGCL)

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Job Title: Geologist
Organisation: Uganda
Electricity Generation Company Ltd (UEGCL)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Reports to: Senior Geologist
About UEGCL:
Uganda Electricity Generation Company Ltd (UEGCL), a limited liability
company incorporated in March 2001 with the Head Office located in Jinja, is
one of the UEB successor companies. UEGCL’s key role is to manage the efficient
production of electricity power through power plant development and concession
monitoring. UEGCL is the implementing agency for the development of 2 power
projects namely, the 600MW Karuma Hydro Power Project (HPP) and the 183MW
Isimba Hydro Power Project (HPP).
Karuma HPP is a Public Project being developed by the Government of the
Republic of Uganda through a bilateral agreement with The People’s Republic of
China. Sinohydro Corporation Limited was contracted as the Engineering,
Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractor for the project.
Isimba HPP is a Public Project set to be developed by the Government of
the Republic of Uganda through a bilateral agreement with the People’s Republic
of China. China International Water and Electric Corporation is the EPC
contractor for the project.
Job Summary: The Geologist will
be charged with all for geological site works for UEGCL. Site activities will
be key with monitoring site investigations and construction making up a large
portion of the duties. Candidates should show good experience in engineering
geology and be able to discuss technical features with the Project teams.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities: 
  • Monitor construction activities including
    the review and classification of subgrade, in-situ testing, observation
    and testing of various construction methods.
  • Oversee geotechnical field exploration
    including test borings, rock coring, test pits, cone penetration testing,
    augers, and other methods.
  • Report in writing on site investigations,
    adverse geological conditions, delays and quality issues relating to
    construction operations.
  • Participate in the inspection of equipment
    and materials and witnessing field tests.
  • Identify and advise on any unsafe or
    incorrect practices and escalate issues where necessary.
  • Perform any other duties as required by
    the Senior Geologist.
Qualifications, Skills &
Experience:
  • The Geologist should hold a Bachelor’s
    degree in geology or engineering with a concentration in geotechnics from
    a recognised university
  • At least five years’ experience of
    geological and geotechnical investigations of sites in varied locations
    and laboratory testing for civil engineering purposes including deep
    foundations, excavations and major earthworks and dams.
  • Good working knowledge and experience of
    site-based EHS processes and procedures/regulations.
  • Computer literacy skills with proficiency
    in the use of engineering geological software would be an advantage.
  • Possess a valid driving licence.
How to Apply:
All applicants should send their applications with copies of academic
testimonials / certificates and a detailed CV indicating two professional
referees and their full addresses to: Manager, Finance and Administration,
Uganda Electricity Generation Company Ltd, 3rd floor, UEDCL Tower Plot 37
Nakasero Road P.O. Box 75831, Kampala, Uganda.
OR
E-mail to: jobs@uegcl.co.ug
Deadline: 21st March,
2014

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