JOB TITLE: DEPOT ASSISTANT (X2)

Job Purpose 

• Filling Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)/ Cooking Gas cylinders
• Loading and Offloading LPG/ Gas Cylinders to and fro different vehicle types
• Cleaning, sorting, and organizing Gas cylinders at the depot

Company background 

Ultimate Gas Professionals Limited is a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)/ “Cooking” Gas Distribution and Marketing company of its own new brand of cylinder with the trademark “UGAS”. The company was incorporated in 2010 and begun operations as a TOTALENERGIES gas distribution company until late in 2023 when it introduced its own brand of gas. It operates within the Country’s Oil & Gas sector and also undertakes Consultancy services within the same sector.

Duty station- JINJA

Job type - Full-Time Job

Reporting to: DEPOT SUPERVISOR

Job specification 

• Safely load and unload trucks and gather stock/ cylinders from the warehouse/ storage area
• Sort & organize gas cylinders including performing stock counts whenever necessary/ required
• Operate gas filling machine/ tank/ equipment to fill cylinders
• Accurate count of all incoming cylinders and load/unload trucks
• Inspects all parts of the cylinder to include the cylinder itself, label, and valve
• Follow the company procedures for safe handling, storing and securing of the cylinders
• Receives all goods according to standard written procedures
• Connects cylinders to manifold and open valves to draw off residual gas and evacuate
• Review and document proper thermometer, gauge, and analytical equipment calibrations
• Fill, weigh, and document cylinders in accordance with specific guidelines
• Perform all required pre-fill and post-fill inspections and tests before cylinders are released
• Regularly inspect and maintain pumping apparatus and associated monitoring devices
• Safely operate the filling machine and perform the necessary mathematical calculations required
• Maintain filling equipment in good, clean, safe and working condition through routine checks
• Notify the responsible staff/ supervisor in case of any need for repairs or maintenance
• Maintain LPG cylinders in good condition including by performing leakage and damage checks
• Maintain LPG Cylinders in clean condition including by washing them
• Help in counting and moving accessories to and fro delivery vehicles as the case may require
• Provide support to system/ equipment repair and maintenance crew
• Provide the required information and other input into the Supervisors daily and periodical reports
• Maintain an organized, clean and tidy work space at all times including during refilling activities.
• Perform any other relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time

Candidate specification 

• Minimum of a High school certificate (HSC) in science subjects
• Good written and verbal skills, especially skills in customer service are necessary.
• Must have basic mathematical computing skills.
• Basic understanding of safety and quality control concepts and practices
• Must have the ability to read and understand technical and safety instructions
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying degrees of temperature.
• Must be strong enough to push, pull, maneuver, lift and or weights of up to 100Kgs
• Ability to perform work during prolonged periods of standing (up to eight hours) is necessary.
• Ability to endure Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, grasping & repetitive motion.

Critical skills required 

• Comfortable with counting and figures.
• Comfortable with machines and machine operation.
• Ability and confidence to troubleshoot breakdowns following prior instruction from more technical personnel.
• Ability to work with diverse teams including external contractors, government regulatory authorities and senior management of the company among other stakeholders.
• Effective organisation and Multitasking skills including the ability to handle and or support multiple projects/ activities on site.
• Safety Awareness and familiarity with safety procedures and legislation.
• Ability to maintain utmost confidentiality in respect of all communication and dealings
• Ability to make sound judgment and reasonable decisions in the absence of direction
• Ability to stay focused and work effectively without constant and direct supervision
• Ability to utilize analytical skills and be able to effectively troubleshoot and incidents or occurrences at site.
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment