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Refinery Project Engineer job at Uganda National Oil Company Limited
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2025-Dec-06
Location: kampala, Kampala, Uganda
Refinery Project Engineer 2025-12-05T10:01:03+00:00 Uganda National Oil Company Limited https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_731/logo/Uganda%20National%20Oil%20Company%20Limited.png https://www.ugashare.com/jobs/ FULL_TIME kampala Kampala 00256 Uganda Professional Services Science & Engineering, Energy & Mining, Construction, Business Operations 2026-01-09T17:00:00+00:00 Uganda 8 JOB PURPOSE : Responsible for implementing activities in the delivery of the refinery and kip projects, from planning through construction to commissioning and operation. Responsibilities or duties, ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Support the planning, construction and operation of the Refinery and Kabaale Industrial Park projects
- Assist with the preparation of the Project Implementation Plan (PIP) and other key documents to support the project
- Assist with the creation of the Annual Work Plans (AWPs) and schedules for the project and its components for approval.
- Ensure that all project field activities comply with UNOC’s Project Engineering guidelines
- Ensures that projects activities are implemented in accordance with the company’s engineering guidelines and specifications, codes and standards, and regulatory agency requirements to meet necessary functionality and performance requirements.
- Risk Management and Mitigation of the Refinery
- Identify project issues and possible solutions and bring them to the attention of the Project Development Manager for action.
- Prepare regular reports to assist the Project Development Manager to track the progress of project components to ensure schedules and deadlines are met.
- Maintain records regarding development, QHSE performance and operations of the Project
- Assist the Project Development Manager with stakeholder consultations and communications, including status reporting, meeting minutes and other project documentations to various stakeholders.
- Interfaces with project contractors, keeps track of their deliverables, and keeps the Project Development Manager up to date
- Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor(s).
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills), Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry or an equivalent from a recognised University.
- At least four (4) years working experience in Engineering project execution, monitoring and evaluation, or construction supervision from a reputable organization.
- Postgraduate degree, diploma, or any relevant professional qualification in project Management is an added advantage
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, PIMS Project Management Software (SmartSheet, Primavera, Trello, Jira)
- Knowledge of the Oil & Gas Value Chain
Skills and Competencies - Communications skills
- Analytical skills
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Stakeholder Management
- Partner (JV) relations Management
- Project Reporting (use of automated reporting tools)
- Excellent Stakeholder Management Skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Knowledge of Oil & Gas Industry Technical Standards
- Demonstrable QHSSE Knowledge
Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes). NOTE: UNOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any monies at any stage of the recruitment process. - Support the planning, construction and operation of the Refinery and Kabaale Industrial Park projects
- Assist with the preparation of the Project Implementation Plan (PIP) and other key documents to support the project
- Assist with the creation of the Annual Work Plans (AWPs) and schedules for the project and its components for approval.
- Ensure that all project field activities comply with UNOC’s Project Engineering guidelines
- Ensures that projects activities are implemented in accordance with the company’s engineering guidelines and specifications, codes and standards, and regulatory agency requirements to meet necessary functionality and performance requirements.
- Risk Management and Mitigation of the Refinery
- Identify project issues and possible solutions and bring them to the attention of the Project Development Manager for action.
- Prepare regular reports to assist the Project Development Manager to track the progress of project components to ensure schedules and deadlines are met.
- Maintain records regarding development, QHSE performance and operations of the Project
- Assist the Project Development Manager with stakeholder consultations and communications, including status reporting, meeting minutes and other project documentations to various stakeholders.
- Interfaces with project contractors, keeps track of their deliverables, and keeps the Project Development Manager up to date
- Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor(s).
- Communications skills
- Analytical skills
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Stakeholder Management
- Partner (JV) relations Management
- Project Reporting (use of automated reporting tools)
- Excellent Stakeholder Management Skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Knowledge of Oil & Gas Industry Technical Standards
- Demonstrable QHSSE Knowledge
- Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry or an equivalent from a recognised University.
- At least four (4) years working experience in Engineering project execution, monitoring and evaluation, or construction supervision from a reputable organization.
- Postgraduate degree, diploma, or any relevant professional qualification in project Management is an added advantage
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, PIMS Project Management Software (SmartSheet, Primavera, Trello, Jira)
- Knowledge of the Oil & Gas Value Chain
JOB-6932ad5f9d2db Vacancy title:
Refinery Project Engineer Jobs at:
Uganda National Oil Company Limited Deadline of this Job:
Friday, January 9 2026 Duty Station:
kampala | Kampala | Uganda Summary
Date Posted: Friday, December 5 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS: JOB PURPOSE : Responsible for implementing activities in the delivery of the refinery and kip projects, from planning through construction to commissioning and operation. Responsibilities or duties, ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Support the planning, construction and operation of the Refinery and Kabaale Industrial Park projects
- Assist with the preparation of the Project Implementation Plan (PIP) and other key documents to support the project
- Assist with the creation of the Annual Work Plans (AWPs) and schedules for the project and its components for approval.
- Ensure that all project field activities comply with UNOC’s Project Engineering guidelines
- Ensures that projects activities are implemented in accordance with the company’s engineering guidelines and specifications, codes and standards, and regulatory agency requirements to meet necessary functionality and performance requirements.
- Risk Management and Mitigation of the Refinery
- Identify project issues and possible solutions and bring them to the attention of the Project Development Manager for action.
- Prepare regular reports to assist the Project Development Manager to track the progress of project components to ensure schedules and deadlines are met.
- Maintain records regarding development, QHSE performance and operations of the Project
- Assist the Project Development Manager with stakeholder consultations and communications, including status reporting, meeting minutes and other project documentations to various stakeholders.
- Interfaces with project contractors, keeps track of their deliverables, and keeps the Project Development Manager up to date
- Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor(s).
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills), Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry or an equivalent from a recognised University.
- At least four (4) years working experience in Engineering project execution, monitoring and evaluation, or construction supervision from a reputable organization.
- Postgraduate degree, diploma, or any relevant professional qualification in project Management is an added advantage
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, PIMS Project Management Software (SmartSheet, Primavera, Trello, Jira)
- Knowledge of the Oil & Gas Value Chain
Skills and Competencies - Communications skills
- Analytical skills
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Stakeholder Management
- Partner (JV) relations Management
- Project Reporting (use of automated reporting tools)
- Excellent Stakeholder Management Skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Knowledge of Oil & Gas Industry Technical Standards
- Demonstrable QHSSE Knowledge
Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes). NOTE: UNOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any monies at any stage of the recruitment process. Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 48 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure APPLICATION PROCEDURE & DEADLINE Interested persons should submit their applications through the UNOC online recruitment system Applications should be submitted not later than Friday 9th January 2026 by 11:59pm EAT. Applicants are required to scan and attach CERTIFIED copies of the required academic documents only e.g. Relevant Degree Transcript, Postgraduate Diploma or Masters. Please note that only applications submitted through the UNOC recruitment system shall be considered. Interested and qualified? Click here to apply
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