Preservation Coordinator (TIL)
Location | Buliisa, Uganda |
Date Posted | October 11, 2025 |
Category | Management |
Job Type | Full-time |
Currency | UGX |
Description

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Job Overview:
Participates in the coordination and implementation of the preservation & maintenance requirements during the construction, commissioning and start-up phases on the Tilenga Project in Uganda. Responsible for the execution of the plant preservation and maintenance activities, record keeping, in accordance with the Preservation Plan. Reports to the Preservation & Maintenance Lead.
Responsibilities
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Coordinates with the Preservation & Maintenance Lead in implementing the preservation program for the equipment in the area under his responsibility.
- Review and understand the Preservation Plan for the project.
- Checks the vendor requirements for preservation and maintenance.
- Checks the preservation requirements for each piece of equipment on the project.
- Supervise the execution of the preservation activities in accordance with the Preservation Plan.
- Provides first line supervision of the technicians carrying out the preservation activities in the area under his responsibility.
- Record the completion of the preservation activities and ensure all records are passed to the Systems Completion team for entry into the database.
- Responsible for the quality of all preservation work performed in the area under his responsibility.
- Responsible to coordinate the safe and effective utilization of all materials, equipment and personnel assigned to the preservation team in the area under his responsibility.
- Work collaboratively within the Project team and with Client to maintain positive relationships.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications and Education:
- Possess a technical diploma or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
- Must have a minimal of 5 years’ experience within an organisation (contractor or owner) as a preservation coordinator.
- Have preservation experience on at least 2 major EPC projects in the refinery, oil and gas industry.
- Demonstrate a broad technical knowledge of construction, commissioning and completion activities.
- Knowledge of Systems Completion Database is a plus.
- Able to effectively communicate technical solutions and concepts to other engineers and non-engineers.
- Must have good computer software skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as a minimum.
- Proficiency in English, Multi-Language skills a plus.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.