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- Tanga
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Website EACOP
EACOP runs 1,443km from Kabaale, Hoima district in Uganda to the Chongoleani Peninsula near Tanga Port in Tanzania. 80% of the pipeline is in Tanzania.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Job Title:
Security Advisors
(2 Positions – Field Based)
Reports to:
Construction Security Lead and Security Manager
Location:
Along the EACOP Pipeline Route
WHO WE ARE
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project is a midstream development located across Uganda and Tanzania that includes a nearshore Marine Storage and Export Terminal (MST). Once completed, the EACOP Company will operate the East African Crude Oil Pipeline, a 1,443 km long, electrically heated crude oil export pipeline that transports oil from Kabaale – Hoima in Uganda to the Chongoleani Peninsula near Tanga Port in Tanzania for crude export to international markets.
JOB DIMENSIONS / GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities:
- Support the EACOP Security Manager by ensuring security plans for all site locations within Lot 2/3 are in place and fit for purpose.
- Ensure effective monitoring of all contractors’ security infrastructure, plans, policies, and procedures are implemented across all site locations in Lot 2/3 to required standards/KPIs.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
In accordance with policies and procedures in place at EACOP, the Security Advisors are responsible for:
- Assisting the Lot 2&3 Construction Security Lead in conducting risk assessments.
- Conducting meetings and audits of EACOP contractors’ security vulnerability assessments, audits of sites, routes, airports, and accommodation in accordance with EACOP standards.
- Conducting regular audits of subcontractors to ensure they are appropriate and fit for purpose.
- Assisting with the review of EACOP contractors’ and subcontractors’ security plans and KPIs.
- Regularly observing contractors’ security providers’ performance at AGI and PPL sites within Lot 2/3.
- Working at different sites in multiple cities as required, and as instructed by the Lot 2&3 Construction Security Lead or the EACOP Security Manager.
- Ensuring that all project sites are covered by robust Level 1 Subcontractors’ security plans, and ensuring that Focal Point Plans are maintained.
- Assisting the Lot 2&3 Construction Security Lead and/or the EACOP Security Manager in responding to security incidents or events.
- Ensuring the in-country POB is kept up to date with all locations and contact details, and where applicable, supporting contractors in the implementation of security plans, policies, and procedures.
- Monitoring all media sources 24/7 for any security-related incidents in Uganda and maintaining an incident database.
- Interfacing with EACOP Site Representatives and attending all pre-construction and construction meetings, addressing any security concerns that may be raised.
- Identifying potential risks that may adversely affect the project and ensuring they are captured on the security risk register.
- Advising senior project management on any security-related concerns in the absence of the Lot 2&3 Construction Security Lead and coordinating any Security events that occur.
- Conducting regular training and exercises, or coordinating with others to conduct training as needed.
- Working within a multi-cultural business framework and providing ethical and compliant support.
- Assisting with inductions for all new arrivals in-country. Promoting and educating all new arrivals on the Security System.
- Mentoring exemplary behavior regarding HSE, Ethics, and EACOP “Code of Conduct.”
- Addressing any security concerns raised by the EACOP management team.
HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
EACOP is committed to ensuring that the health, safety, and welfare of workers, communities, and the environment are well addressed and managed. Therefore, the employee is mandated to:
- Fully comply with Company H3SE (Health, Safety, Social, Security & Environment) policies and Life Saving Rules.
- Actively participate in HSEQ and promote this culture to co-workers.
- Remain vigilant and maintain continuous awareness of potential unsafe conditions.
- Communicate to management any HSE-related concerns and ways to improve them.
- Maintain a workplace and workspace that is safe, clean, and always neat by practicing good housekeeping.
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Academic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or above in related security, risk management, or related field.
Experience Required:
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in security and/or emergency management.
- Previous experience in a similar role and/or industry (project-specific).
- Direct/Indirect hires:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
- Excellent teamwork skills with the ability to work with various sub-teams to resolve issues and reach decisions in the best interests of the integrated project team.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
- Ability to act independently without instruction in high-pressure situations.
- Proficient in using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) to a high standard.
Additional Requirements:
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in record-keeping.
- High level of integrity and understanding of the requirement for all project personnel to follow approved procedures.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate well in English (language, verbal, and written).
- Knowledgeable and familiar with the HSE operating environment.
- An ‘Incident Free’ mindset and the ability to be a role model for the project team.
HOW TO APPLY
The applicant must:
- Submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a Cover Letter explaining why they are the suitable candidate for the position.
- Provide details of three (3) referees, one of whom should be the most recent employer.
Submission Instructions:
- Submit your application only through ANY of the contact information provided below.
- Application Deadline: 31st October 2024.
Contact Information:
- ITM: recruitmenttanzania@itmafrica.com
- CCL: tanzania@cclglobal.com
- Qsourcing: recruitmenttanzania@qsourcing.com
- IMI: imi-tanzania@imi-eag.com
- Seaowl: sestz@seaowlgroup.com
NOTE: No payment is required at any stage of the recruitment process.