Depot Manager
The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC)
Limited is a State Corporation established under the Companies Act (CAP 486) of
the Laws of Kenya to provide efficient, reliable, safe and cost effective means
of transporting quality oil and gas from source to the customer. Pursuant to
this objective, the Company is seeking to recruit highly motivated visionary,
dynamic and results oriented candidates on the following terms:
Responsibilities
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Monitoring, co-ordinating and facilitating
the receipt/delivery of petroleum products into and out of the depot while
ensuring system losses are within acceptable limits
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Monitoring, co-ordinating and
facilitating the implementation of maintenance programmes to ensure optimum
operations of all pipeline systems in their depot/area.
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Budgeting and ensuring that
expenditure in the Operations department and the depot are controlled and
remain within approved limits.
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Ensuring availability of equipment,
spares and other services for proper operations of the pipeline systems by
coordinating all procurement activities within the depot and in liaison with
other Section Heads in the company
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Strengthening, maintaining and
implementing appropriate security, health, safety and environmental regulations
within the depot and along the Pipeline Right of Way.
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Keep abreast of Petroleum Industry
decisions between the OMCs and the Government and implement where KPC is
involved.
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Plan, monitor and evaluate the
performance of staff against set targets and objectives and implementing
development action plans aimed at building the capacity of individuals and
multi-disciplinary teams.
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Ensure proper and efficient
day-to-day running of the Depot as per the company rules and regulations
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Ensure that adequate stocks are
maintained.
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Maintain constant liaison with OMCs,
Supply logistics and other stakeholder for smooth operations
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Review and update KPC systems and
procedures for product measurement while utilizing emerging technology to
enhance performance.
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Strengthen, maintain and implement
appropriate HSSE policies in the depot and area of jurisdiction
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Ensure compliance to statutory
requirements.
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Ensure that all monthly statements of
accounts to Oil Marketers are issued.
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Ensure that station Budgeting
planning, implementation and monitoring are done in line with the Strategic
Corporate Plan.
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In consultation with the training
section prepare training program for staff as required from time to time.
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Prepare staff performance appraisal
reports.
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Ensure product losses/gains are
within set limits.
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Generate weekly and monthly
operations reports.
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Promote Quality Management Systems
(QMS) and Performance Management
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Systems (PMS) in the depot.
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Ensure that Safety Rules and
Regulations are followed
Qualifications
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Degree in Electrical, Mechanical,
Chemical, Civil Engineering or recognized equivalent
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Minimum eight (8) years post
qualification experience.
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Registered and licensed with EBK as a
professional Engineer.
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Membership to IEK
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Comprehensive knowledge and
understanding of KPC requirements including broad knowledge of international
trends in engineering.
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Strong well developed written and
verbal communication and interpersonal skills including ability to prepare
relevant reports.
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Flexibility and responsiveness in
handling operations and training in measurements and custody transfer and
engineering issues.
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Sound analytical skills and the
ability to identify with precision the critical factors of a problem in an
impartial and objective way.
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Demonstrate ability to deal patiently
and sympathetically with people from diverse backgrounds and to develop
practical solutions to problems.
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Ability to maintain professional
status and keep abreast of evolving trends in
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Petroleum Products through continuing
professional development.
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Proficiency in computer applications
such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access,
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PowerPoint and Outlook express
including statistical packages.
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Demonstrate technical expertise in
Leadership and People management, financial anagement risk management, quality
assurance as well as monitoring and evaluation.
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Ability to deliver KPC’s articulated
vision for change, create a sense of urgency around change and motivate staff
to embrace change.
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Knowledge in use of ERP, SAP IS-Oil
systems
Maintenance
Manager
Responsible for planning, programming
and coordinating all activities in engineering department in order to maximize
the pumping Petroleum products as efficiently as possible through proper
utilization of equipment and staff, with utmost care to the environment.
Responsibilities
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Co-ordinate and follow on all aspects
of Electrical, Instrumentation & Control, Mechanical, Corrosion Control and
Motor Vehicle maintenance, with an aim of maximizing equipment availability at
the most economical cost.
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Liaise and co-ordinate with the Heads
of Sections of Electrical, Instrument & Control, Mechanical, Corrosion
Control and Motor Vehicle on the day to day running of the department.
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Advise the General Manager
(Operations & Maintenance) on changes in engineering and additional
equipment (capacity enhancement) which may be necessary for optimization of
Petroleum pumping.
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Ensure proper equipment and machinery
availability and utilization are achieved.
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Ensure that proper maintenance
schedules are affected to improve on plant and equipment availability and
efficiency.
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Prepare detailed maintenance capital
budgets for the department.
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Ensure that expenditure in the
department is controlled and remain within agreed budgets.
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Authorize and approve the purchase of
materials, chemicals, and spare parts in the Electrical, Mechanical, Corrosion
Control, Motor Vehicle, Instruments and Control sections needed for efficient
pumping of product.
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Plan for modifications, upgrading,
rehabilitation and improvement of terminals and depots and equipment in the
company as necessary.
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Follow correctness and timely
production of all management reports and ensure proper dispatch and
distribution of reports as necessary.
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Ensure that all safety regulations
are adhered to and that the environment is protected.
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Provide technical leadership to
multidisciplinary teams to enable them develop, implement and evaluate
strategic corporate plans and budgets aimed at improving organization
performance.
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Develop and implement strategies for
creating a high performing organizational culture based on transparency,
integrity, accountability, performance measurement and results to ensure that
programme activities are undertaken on sound management principles and
practices.
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Initiate and participate in
organizational performance reviews and business process improvement programmes
as well as undertake special investigations aimed at improving organizational
effectiveness.
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Participate in the recruitment and
selection of staff in order to ensure that the candidates selected have the required
job competencies and are provided with orientation and induction programme
necessary for effective job performance.
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Review incidents of violations
against organizational policy and regulations as well as handle employee
disputes and take appropriate action in line with approved policies, procedures
and regulations.
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Coordinate and implement training
programs in engineering department, aimed at equipping staff with appropriate
job competencies in order to improve the design and delivery of high quality
services.
·
Plan, monitor and evaluate the
performance of staff against set targets and objectives and implementing
development action plans aimed at building the capacity of individuals and
multi-disciplinary teams
·
Comprehensive knowledge and
understanding of engineering aspects in Oil/gas Industry including broad
knowledge of local and international standards.
·
Strong well developed written and
verbal communication and interpersonal skills including ability to prepare
relevant reports.
·
Flexibility and responsiveness in
handling and determining engineering issues , sound analytical skills and the
ability to identify with precision the critical factors of a problem in an
impartial and objective way.
·
Ability to maintain professional
status and keep abreast of evolving trends in Petroleum industry.
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Proficiency in computer applications.
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Demonstrate technical expertise in
risk management, quality assurance as well as monitoring and evaluation.
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Ability to deliver KPC’s articulated
vision for change.
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Ability to empower staff through
coaching, mentoring and counseling.
Qualifications
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Minimum ten (10) years experiences in
a related engineering field, five (5) of which must be at senior management of
a large organization.
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A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
from a recognized university
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Registered and licensed with EBK as a
professional Engineer.
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Membership to IEK
How to Apply
Suitably qualified candidates should apply in confidence indicating the Job Reference No. on both the application and envelope and send to the address below enclosing CVs with full details of education background, professional qualifications, and attach copies of certificates, relevant testimonials and National ID. Applications may be deposited at our Head Office, Kenpipe Plaza, and ground floor in the APPLICATION BOX or posted to:
THE MANAGING DIRECTOR
Kenya Pipeline Company Limited
P.O. Box 73442, 00200
NAIROBI.
Candidates interested in these positions are expected to fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six
of the Constitution of Kenya. Specifically, those applying for positions must obtain and submit
with their application copies of the following;
Suitably qualified candidates should apply in confidence indicating the Job Reference No. on both the application and envelope and send to the address below enclosing CVs with full details of education background, professional qualifications, and attach copies of certificates, relevant testimonials and National ID. Applications may be deposited at our Head Office, Kenpipe Plaza, and ground floor in the APPLICATION BOX or posted to:
THE MANAGING DIRECTOR
Kenya Pipeline Company Limited
P.O. Box 73442, 00200
NAIROBI.
Candidates interested in these positions are expected to fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six
of the Constitution of Kenya. Specifically, those applying for positions must obtain and submit
with their application copies of the following;
·
Certificate of Good Conduct from the
Directorate of Criminal investigations
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Clearance Certificate from Higher
Education Loans Board (HELB)
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Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya
Revenue Authority (KRA)
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Clearance from the Ethics &
Anti-corruption Authority (EACC)
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Clearance from Credit Reference
Bureau (CRB)
All applications should be received
not later than 5.00pm on 17th October, 2017. Kenya Pipeline Company is an equal
opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Women and
persons with disability are encouraged to apply.