The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Company is hiring a Geomatics Engineer in Kampala to manage and coordinate all geomatics and GIS activities across EACOP contracts, ensuring compliance with project GIS requirements, procedures and applicable international standards. Reports to the Technical Director.
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East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP)
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Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with EACOP GEO/GIS requirements, procedures and international standards.
- Monitor and supervise progress of work done by the EPCM and other contractors.
- Manage GIS data for EACOP surface data.
- Quality control EACOP surface GIS deliverables before they are shared with shareholders or third parties.
- Coordinate the exchange of databases with project shareholders and contractors.
- Monitor the operational webGIS applications, including the EPCM GIS web portal.
- Report issues and deviations by the detailed engineering contractors and ensure compliance on final documentation.
- Provide local cartographic support (data conversion, exchange, screening and map editions).
- Provide technical advice to other project engineering disciplines including instrumentation and control, electrical, safety, security, commissioning, operations, procurement and commercial.
- Provide weekly and monthly progress reporting to the Technical Director and propose corrective actions on critical problems.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Qualifications & Experience:
- BSc in Land Surveying (or equivalent formal qualification) in a recognised engineering discipline.
- 5 years of experience in the oil and gas industry on similar large-scale projects and environments.
Skills & Competencies:
- Fluency in English (speaking and writing) and good communication skills.
- Able to work well as a member of a project team and communicate positively with contractor counterparts.
- Ability to anticipate problems and react or arbitrate quickly.
- Demonstrated health, safety and ethics compliance (H3SE and code of conduct).
How to Apply
About East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP)
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) is a flagship infrastructure project aimed at facilitating the transportation of crude oil from Uganda to the Tanzanian port of Tanga for export. Its mission is to create a world-class, sustainable pipeline that serves as a vital conduit for East Africa's oil and gas industry, contributing to regional economic growth and energy security. EACOP has earned a solid reputation for its commitment to delivering a safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible pipeline, earning recognition for its role in the development of Africa’s energy infrastructure.
The company fosters a work culture that prioritizes safety, teamwork, and innovation, offering employees opportunities for professional growth while ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment. EACOP provides job opportunities across various sectors, with work arrangements designed to support diverse talent and career development. The company was established as a joint venture between major oil and gas companies, and over the years, it has evolved into one of the largest energy infrastructure projects in the region.
EACOP’s business model is centered around the efficient and safe transportation of crude oil while embracing cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices to minimize environmental impact. With a project scope spanning Uganda and Tanzania, the pipeline is poised to enhance energy exports, driving economic development in both countries. The company operates based on core values of safety, sustainability, innovation, and collaboration, and its corporate social responsibility efforts focus on community development, environmental protection, and local capacity building. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.eacop.com.
Mission
Its mission is to create a world-class, sustainable pipeline that serves as a vital conduit for East Africa's oil and gas industry, contributing to regional economic growth and energy security.
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