QSTL-EACOP – CONSTRUCTION METHODS SPECIALIST

About this job:

Q-Sourcing Tanzania Limited is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Tanzania Uganda Kenya Rwanda and South Sudan.

On behalf of our Tanzania based client we are looking for a competent and experienced Construction Methods Specialist

MISSIONS / SERVICE DIMENSIONS

Project Overview

The EACOP Project (East Africa Crude Oil Pipeline Project) is an EPcmC.1500km pipeline project across Uganda and Tanzania with a Main Storage Terminal and Jetty in Tanzania

Job Description Overview

The candidate must have extensive experience in the oil and gas industry particularly in construction methods pre-commissioning and commissioning activities. They should possess knowledge gained in an international setting and demonstrate a deep understanding of leading oil and gas organizational internal management systems especially during project transitional stages.

A strong focus on fire safety is essential including expertise in fire dynamics CFD modeling and risk analysis to ensure robust fire prevention and emergency response strategies across all phases of the project.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Able to mentor and guide various project disciplines and contractors regarding the most feasible efficient and safe methods to be applied throughout all project stages.

Assess fire growth and heat transfer provide input on emergency ventilation requirements and validate fire protection strategies.

Understand key risks methods used to mitigate project risks and develop management systems to address such risks for the project and stakeholders.

Knowledge and understanding of IOGP Life-Saving Rules (LSR) and the systems required to ensure compliance.

Ability to interpret and apply global safety standards and internal management systems specifically around fire safety.

Familiar with and able to support various project disciplines including those on financed projects.

Design and deliver targeted training programs to enhance personnel competence in construction pre-commissioning and commissioning activities. Training should cover quality and safety management systems with a strong emphasis on fire prevention firefighting techniques and emergency response procedures.

Strong knowledge of fire dynamics suppression systems and detection technologies.

Train personnel in fire prevention firefighting techniques and emergency procedures.

Conduct fire risk assessments hazard analysis and fire incident investigations including root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Develop and coordinate comprehensive fire and emergency response plans for the sites. Ensuring regular drills improvement and alignment with regulatory and corporate standards.

Lead internal fire safety audits and develop action plans for continual improvement

Serve as the liaison with regulatory bodies and auditors leading compliance reviews audits and continuous improvement of fire safety practices

Review validate and optimize fire detection and suppression systems. Lead in the maintenance and ensure availability and functionality of fifi equipment during operational phase

• Support commissioning and periodic integrity testing of fire protection systems
  

Requirements

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

Academic:

• Technically Qualified Professional in International Oil and Gas operations
  
• Tertiary Qualification such as the equivalent to a NEBOSH IGC or Process Safety management
  
• NFPA Fire Safety Specialist Certification or equivalent.
  
• Advanced Firefighting & Emergency Response Training
  
• Utilized and are familiar with CFD Software/Tools like (FDS ANSYS Fluent PyroSim)
  

Experience:

Essential:

• 10 years international major project experience within Oil and Gas sectors min
  
• 7 10 Years working in developing countries in Oil and Gas in similar role.
  
• Setting up and deploying key management systems in major projects. EPCmC
  
• Must be familiar with various root cause analysis software and programs used in O&G industry
  

Desirable:

• Degree in Fire Safety Engineering or Fire Protection Engineering combined with substantial experience in oil and gas or other heavy industries.
  

ADDED ADVANTAGE

• Proven experience working on major international oil and gas projects including assignments in East Africa.
  

How to apply:

All candidates who meet the criteria outlined as above are encouraged to send their CVs/Resumes to: or link below not later than 30th November 2025.