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Petroleum Engineer Specialist (1 Vacancy)

Full time @UNOC posted 25 minutes ago in Administration
  • Kampala District View on Map
  • Post Date : August 24, 2026
  • Apply Before : September 11, 2026
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Job Detail

  • Job ID 25799
  • Career Level  Officer
  • Experience  3 Years
  • Gender  Both
  • Industry  Administration
  • Qualifications  Degree Bachelor
  • Job Type  Full time

Job Description

Petroleum Engineer Specialist (1 Vacancy)

Department: Upstream
Job Title: Petroleum Engineer Specialist (1 Vacancy)
Reports To: Engineering Manager Exploration

Job Purpose:
To lead the planning, design and drilling activities in exploration areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Prepare the well design, drilling program and undertake well planning.
  2. Propose well trajectories, completions, and perforations.
  3. Supervise preparation and evaluation of drilling and completion programs and reports.
  4. Preparation and evaluation of engineering aspects of technical proposals.
  5. Monitor acquisition and interpretation of engineering data.
  6. Prepare the technical specifications for drilling equipment and services required for exploration activities.
  7. Assist in the development of operational procedures and ensure that all exploration operations are conducted according to approved procedures.
  8. Verify and inspect the provision of materials and equipment for drilling operation and assure all requirements, special terms and conditions are met.
  9. Prepare Work Programs and Budgets for Drilling Section.
  10. Monitor and supervise the drilling of exploration and appraisal wells to ensure that all identified objectives are met in a safe manner.
  11. Participate in meetings with joint venture Partners and Authorities.
  12. Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor(s).

Qualifications and Experience

  1. A Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Drilling, Petroleum, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing/Production Engineering from a recognized University.
  2. A minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience.
  3. Possession of relevant certification or relevant Post graduate training will be an added advantage.
  4. Membership to relevant oil and gas industry professional bodies like SPE, AAPG, and SEG is an added advantage.
  5. Hands-on experience in Engineering software suites such as Petrel, AutoCAD, Eclipse, etc. is an added advantage.
  6. Demonstrable experience in Project Management or Post graduate Training in Project Management is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies

  • Demonstrated leadership qualities and a team player.
  • Strong project management, planning, organizational skills.
  • Good negotiation skills and communication skills.
  • Good knowledge of Health & Safety standards and operational procedures.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.
  • Good knowledge of regulatory frameworks and environmental considerations in exploration.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE & DEADLINE
  • Interested applicants should submit their applications through the UNOC online recruitment system accessible through this link: https://www.unoc.co.ug/careeropportunities/
  • Applications should be submitted not later than Friday 11th September 2026 by 11:59pm EAT.
  • Applicants are required to scan and attach 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.
  • NOTE: UNOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any monies at any stage of the recruitment process.
  • Forward any enquiries regarding this advert to recruitment.unoc@unoc.co.ug
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