The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) is a statutory body established under Section 9 of the Petroleum (Exploration, Development and Production) Act 2013, and in line with the National Oil and Gas Policy for Uganda which was approved in 2008. The mandate of the PAU is to monitor and regulate the exploration, development and production, together with the refining, gas conversion, transportation and storage of petroleum in Uganda. This includes ensuring that petroleum operations in Uganda are carried out in accordance with the relevant laws, regulations, guidelines, statutes and in line with international best practice for the petroleum industry.
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda now invites applications from qualified Ugandans who fully meet the required job specifications and with the right personal attributes to occupy the following positions in the Authority’s established structure.
DIRECTORATE OF PETROLEUM REFINING, CONVERSION, TRANSMISSION AND STORAGE
PAU/PRCTS/041/600: PETROLEUM OFFICER / REFINING ENGINEER (01 VACANCY)
JOB SUMMARY:
The Petroleum Officer / Refining Engineer will report to the Senior Petroleum Officer Refining Gas conversion. He/she will be responsible for reviewing refinery designs and standards. He/she will be responsible for supervising the development and operation of refineries in the country. .

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plan the refinery procedure to ensure the maximum output
• Ensure the smoothness of all the processes related to refining.
• Supervise the maintenance and repair works in the refinery.
• Supervising staff of the quality control department.
• Formulate quality control standards.
• Record all the quality test results and presenting them before management
• Regularly monitor the production and machinery to ensure quality.
• Work as a trouble shooter in the times of emergency or technical snags in the refinery.
• Supervise the layout of the refinery properly by keeping all the factors in mind.
• Make on-site visits frequently as and when needed.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Character and Competencies
• Innovative and with a proven high level of integrity.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Proven track record of outstanding performance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess good administrative and negotiation skills.
• Track record of training and mentoring others.
• Possesses excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in the field under difficult and stressful working conditions
• Proficiency in the relevant computer packages

Basic Qualifications
• An Honours Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technology obtained from an internationally recognized University or institution.

Added Advantage
• Master’s Degree in Chemical or Refinery Engineering
• An internationally recognized professional qualification or membership of an internationally recognized professional body in the relevant areas.
• Good knowledge of the policies, laws, regulations, and guidelines regarding petroleum refining and processing.