General Manager job at NexGen Fuel Works

About Organisation:

NexGen is the leading one stop service provider offering complete petrol station forecourt solutions, servicing major oil companies in East Africa. We are leaders in service, equipment supply and maintenance as well as project management and forecourt automation.

Job Summary:

NexGen Fuel Works Uganda Limited is seeking a results-driven General Manager with strong experience working for contractors serving Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs). This role is ideal for a leader who understands the contractor environment, tight SLAs, HSSE-driven operations, and commercial delivery within fuel retail infrastructure. You will take full ownership of P&L performance, HSSE leadership, operational execution, and business growth in Uganda.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and grow the Uganda business with full P&L accountability
• Deliver EBITDA-positive growth through operational and commercial excellence
• Champion HSSE with a target of zero fatalities and minimal LTIs
• Ensure flawless execution of maintenance contracts (right-first-time delivery)
• Drive new business in:
  • Fuel dispensing equipment & pump installations
  • Automation systems
  • Solar and energy efficiency solutions
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, safety-focused team
• Strengthen systems, reporting, procurement, and operational efficiency
• Proactively resolve operational bottlenecks across functions
• Work closely with the Group MD and Board on performance, risks, and growth opportunities

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• 7-10 years’ total experience, with at least 3 years in a management role
• Proven experience working for a contractor serving Oil Marketing Companies in Uganda
• Strong understanding of contractor SLAs, HSSE requirements, and multi-site operations
• Demonstrated competence in sales, operations, and commercial delivery
• Track record of growing revenue and improving margins
• Prior experience working within an Oil Marketing Company is an added advantage, not a requirement

• Lead and grow the Uganda business with full P&L accountability
• Deliver EBITDA-positive growth through operational and commercial excellence
• Champion HSSE with a target of zero fatalities and minimal LTIs
• Ensure flawless execution of maintenance contracts (right-first-time delivery)
• Drive new business in: Fuel dispensing equipment & pump installations, Automation systems, Solar and energy efficiency solutions
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, safety-focused team
• Strengthen systems, reporting, procurement, and operational efficiency
• Proactively resolve operational bottlenecks across functions
• Work closely with the Group MD and Board on performance, risks, and growth opportunities

• Strong understanding of contractor SLAs, HSSE requirements, and multi-site operations
• Demonstrated competence in sales, operations, and commercial delivery
• Track record of growing revenue and improving margins

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Proven experience working for a contractor serving Oil Marketing Companies in Uganda
• Prior experience working within an Oil Marketing Company is an added advantage, not a requirement