Job Description

Company: Orion Group
Skills: Electrical Engineering, Construction Superintendent, Electrical Technician
Education: Associates/2 yr Degree/Diploma
Employment Type: Rotational Contractor
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Uganda, Uganda

We have a current opportunity for a Electrical Supervisor on a contract basis. The position will be based in Buliisa, UGANDA (4x4 rotation).

Please only apply if you have the following qualifications/experience: 1) HND (two-year University degree) or equivalent in relevant discipline, 2) Valid COMPEX, 3) Valid Safety Passport. You will unfortunately not be considered unless you meet these minimum requirements.

Accountabilities
* Supervise the project Contractor/Subcontractor works with regards to Electrical discipline related to his/her scope in order to ascertain that the plant will be built as per drawings, specifications, procedures, cost and schedule meeting HSE and Quality requirements and expectations. Ensure flow of information is effective between Construction Team, Commissioning Team and the rest of the Project team as required.
* Liaise with all the Superintendents and Supervisors to make sure that the construction complies with all Project Design Documentation, with Company Standards and Procedures, and with applicable international Codes, Standards and Practices.
* Demonstrate personal commitment to the HSE Policy, maintain awareness of and ensure compliance with all relevant Statutory and Company HSE standards, actively participate in Company safety awareness and initiative schemes.
* Assist the Industrial Area Superintendent South to ensure Compliance with the project objectives throughout the life of the project.
* Actively identify best practice (industry, technical, professional, etc.) and encourage an environment in which this is willingly and openly shared.
* Create an environment in which a focus on value awareness is developed and constantly think in terms of cost/benefit trade-off.
* Identify and adopt creative and alternative approaches to problem-solving and encourage others to do same.

Qualifications/Experience required
The Service Provider must have the following qualifications:
* HND or equivalent in related discipline

The Service Provider must have the following experience:
* Extensive experience in Oil and Gas and Petrochemical industry specifically large construction projects, with thorough knowledge on various safety regulations, standards, procedures, etc. Good knowledge of codes and standards related to Electrical discipline. Hazardous Area installation and inspection experience is an advantage. Previous exposure to high voltage electrical installation including switchgear and electric drives.
* Good knowledge of client General Specifications and/or previous experience with other major IOC's/Contractors in oil and gas construction projects.
* Ideal candidate shall be fully conversant with applicable Oil and Gas Industry International Codes, Standards as well as best Industry Practices.
* Valid Compex training
* Valid authorized person / HV voltage preferred
* Valid Safety Passport ( Construction Safety Training Card or equivalent)
* A good awareness of other disciplines. Significant responsibility in multi-discipline teams or projects.
* Good interpersonal and organizational skills as well as a good level of computer literacy and be proficient in Microsoft Office. English mandatory.
* Valid Medical Certificate which complies with Company standards.

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.