Piping Engineering Lead – (Contract – 3 Years)

Job Details

Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC) through its subsidiary Uganda Refinery Holding Company (URHC) is seeking a Piping Engineering Lead on a 3-year contract basis. The role is responsible for the design and installation of piping systems for the transportation of fluids and gases for the refinery development and its ancillary facilities.

• Department: Uganda Refinery Holding Company (URHC)
• Reports To: Manager Technology & Engineering
• Employment Type: Contract – 3 Years
• Vacancies: 1
• Location / Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda (Kampala | Kampala) – Successful candidates MUST be willing and ready to work in any UNOC office location
• Work Hours: 8 hours
• Salary: Not Disclosed
• Application Channel: UNOC online recruitment system at https://www.unoc.co.ug/careeropportunities/ – only applications submitted through the system shall be considered. Enquiries: recruitment.unoc@unoc.co.ug

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Designing and constructing pipe systems for the refinery.
• Provide data to guide the basis of design and guidance on engineering standards and other design parameters for piping systems for the refinery and its ancillary facilities.
• Define standards for piping material and systems to be used in the refinery construction.
• Participate in contract negotiations for piping systems and related installations.
• Conduct relevant technical and environmental studies to inform the design decisions for URHC piping systems.
• Coordinate and interface with other Project development entities (Engineering, Operations, HSEQ, E&S Team, Commercial & Legal groups) in the execution of various piping installations work streams.
• Participate in Refinery projects stakeholder engagement activities in liaison with relevant parties involved.
• Liaise with the Maintenance Department to develop and implement piping asset integrity and maintenance management systems.
• Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor(s).

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (Hons) in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering and any related engineering discipline.
• At least six (6) years' experience in piping and/or materials engineering on refinery, petrochemical, gas processing, pipeline facilities, manufacturing of which at least three (3) years in supervisory role.
• Registration with the Uganda Institute of Professional Engineers (UIPE) or Engineers Registration Board (U) or the equivalent is an added advantage.
• Training or certification in Project Management is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of materials selection, corrosion control, fabrication and construction quality assurance is essential.
• Knowledge of Oil & Gas is an added advantage.
• Knowledge in Piping Design, piping materials specification, maintenance & installation.
• Good understanding of the relevant health and safety regulations and quality standards.
• Excellent Interface and stakeholder management across the engineering, operations, HSEQ disciplines.
• Project planning and Management skills is an added advantage.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of relevant Oil & Gas Industry Technical Standards related to piping material specifications and corrosion.
• Demonstrable QHSSE Knowledge.

About Uganda National Oil Company Limited

Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) Limited was established under the Petroleum (Exploration, Development and Production) Act and the Petroleum (Refining, Conversion, Transmission and Midstream Storage) Act, both of 2013 and incorporated under the Companies Act, 2012. It is a limited liability company wholly owned by the Government of Uganda (shareholders: Minister of Energy and Mineral Development 51% and Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development 49%).

UNOC's overall function is to handle the State's commercial interests in the oil and gas industry, investigate and propose new upstream, midstream and downstream ventures, develop in-depth expertise in the oil and gas sector, and participate in joint ventures on behalf of the State while ensuring resources are exploited sustainably.

Vision: To be a profitable company that sustainably operates across the petroleum value chain by 2030.

Mission: To sustainably develop and manage the state's commercial interests in the petroleum sector to contribute to Uganda's socio-economic transformation.

Purpose: Creating Value for Generations.

Core Values: Safety First, Care for People and the Environment, Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Innovation.

Subsidiaries: Uganda Refinery Holding Company Ltd (URHC) – holds up to 40% participating interest in the refinery to be constructed in Kabaale, Hoima and manages the Kabaale Industrial Park (refinery, Hoima International Airport, crude oil export hub and petrochemical industries); and National Pipeline Company (U) Ltd (NPC) – holds 15% participating interest in the 1,443 km East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) and manages storage terminals, pipelines and downstream supply and trading.

UNOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any monies at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants are required to scan and attach copies of required academic documents only (e.g. Relevant Degree Transcript, Postgraduate Diploma or Masters).

Contact: Plot 15 Yusuf Lule Road, P.O. Box 36316, Kampala, Uganda. Tel: +256 312 444 600. Email: info.unoc@unoc.co.ug

Job Summary

• Job Category: Science & Engineering, Energy & Mining (Engineering jobs in Uganda)
• Job Type: Contract – 3 Years (Full-time)
• Deadline of this Job: Friday, September 11, 2026 by 11:59pm EAT
• Duty Station: Kampala | Kampala (Kampala)
• Posted: 24-08-2026 (Monday, August 24, 2026)
• No of Jobs: 1
• Industry: Professional Services
• Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
• Experience in Months: 72 months (6 years) required