7 Vacancies at TPDC
THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIAPRESIDENT’S OFFICEPUBLIC SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIAT Ref No. JA.9/259/01/B/12227 January, 2025 VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT On behalf of Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC), the…
THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA
PRESIDENT’S OFFICE
PUBLIC SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIAT
Ref No. JA.9/259/01/B/122
27 January, 2025
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
On behalf of Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC), the Public Service Recruitment Secretariat (PSRS) invites dynamic and suitably qualified Tanzanians to fill the seven (7) vacancies mentioned below.
1.0 TANZANIA PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (TPDC)
Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) is a national oil company that deals with oil and gas exploration, development, and production. The Corporation has open vacancies for professional Tanzanians in the following positions:
1.1 RESEARCH ENGINEER – CHEMICAL AND PROCESS ENGINEER (3 POSTS)
1.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
i. To collect information on new technology and research findings on processes of refining petroleum products;
ii. To collect information on the most efficient utilization of petroleum products;
iii. To collect information on the utilization of LPG and gas requirements for petrochemical industries in the country;
iv. To compile information on production volumes of oil and gas and their derivatives, gas utilized in the processing plant, and flared volumes;
v. To collect information on condensate production forecasts for better utilization of the product;
vi. To collect information on bio-fuel and gas-to-liquid (GTL) processes;
vii. To provide inputs for research proposals, preparation of concepts, and pre-feasibility studies;
viii. To prepare reports for various data and information collected on the above duties;
ix. To participate in the preparation of unit budget; and
x. To perform any other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
1.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical and Process Engineering from a recognized institution. Must be registered with the Engineer’s Registration Board (ERB) as a Graduate Engineer.
1.1.3 SALARY SCALE: TPDCS 7
1.2 INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER (2 POSTS)
1.2.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
i. To collect technical data from operational oil/gas projects;
ii. To monitor the performance of all oil/gas infrastructure development and related projects;
iii. To monitor oil/gas projects so that they are operated and maintained according to standards and regulations;
iv. To collect and analyze data for submission to relevant authorities;
v. To provide technical inputs to oil/gas projects implementation teams and monitors the application of agreed standards;
vi. In collaboration with other engineers, follow up the execution of the oil/gas related projects;
vii. To monitor overall compliance with safety, environmental, and other company guidelines, policies, etc. in implementation of oil/gas and related projects;
viii. To propose inputs for regular safety meetings; helps to coordinate safety and environmental training, and manage required periodic safety and environmental inspections;
ix. To prepare projects cost estimates and budgets for the department;
x. To provide inputs for feasibility studies and design of oil/gas projects;
xi. To undertake research for more projects;
xii. To attend meter reading and calibration for Oil/Gas retail sales points and commercial consumers;
xiii. To check the quality of oil/gas and related products;
xiv. To participate in the preparation of unit budget; and
xv. To perform any other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
1.2.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution. Must be registered with the Engineer’s Registration Board (ERB) as a Graduate Engineer.
1.2.3 SALARY SCALE: TPDCS 7
1.3 MECHANICAL ENGINEER (1 POST)
1.3.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
i. To collect technical data from operational oil/gas projects;
ii. To monitor the performance of all oil/gas infrastructure development and related projects;
iii. To monitor oil/gas projects so that they are operated and maintained according to standards and regulations;
iv. To collect and analyze data for submission to relevant authorities;
v. To provide technical inputs to oil/gas projects implementation teams and monitors the application of agreed standards;
vi. In collaboration with other engineers, follow up the execution of the oil/gas related projects;
vii. To monitor overall compliance with safety, environmental, and other company guidelines, policies, etc. in implementation of oil/gas and related projects;
viii. To propose inputs for regular safety meetings; helps to coordinate safety and environmental training, and manage required periodic safety and environmental inspections;
ix. To prepare projects cost estimates and budgets for the department;
x. To provide inputs for feasibility studies and design of oil/gas projects;
xi. To undertake research for more projects;
xii. To attend meter reading and calibration for Oil/Gas retail sales points and commercial consumers;
xiii. To check the quality of oil/gas and related products;
xiv. To participate in the preparation of unit budget; and
xv. To perform any other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
1.3.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution. Must be registered with the Engineer’s Registration Board (ERB) as a Graduate Engineer.
1.3.3 SALARY SCALE: TPDCS 7
1.4 RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER II (1 POST)
1.4.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
i. To initiate, identify, and recommend policy formulation on risk management;
ii. To recommend methods of risk identification in the corporation;
iii. To be responsible for the preparation of periodic reports on risk management, internally and externally;
iv. To be responsible for developing risk response processes, including contingency and business continuity programs;
v. To record identifiable risks from different directorates/units;
vi. To participate in the preparation of the unit budget; and
vii. To perform any other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
1.4.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following fields: Risk Management, Insurance, Actuarial Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
1.4.3 SALARY SCALE: TPDCS 7
GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. All applicants must be citizens of Tanzania generally with an age not above 45 years.
ii. People with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply and should indicate clearly in the portal for Public Service Recruitment Secretariat attention;
iii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contacts; Postal address/post code, e-mail, and telephone numbers;
iv. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement;
v. Applicants must attach their certified copies of the following certificates:
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates/Diploma Transcript
- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates;
- Professional Registration and Training Certificates from respective Registration or Regulatory Bodies, (where applicable);
- Birth Certificate;
vi. Attaching copies of the following certificates is strictly not accepted: - Form IV and Form VI results slips;
- Testimonials and all Partial transcripts;
vii. An applicant must upload a recent passport-size photo in the Recruitment Portal;
viii. An applicant employed in the Public Service should route his application letter through his respective employer;
ix. An applicant who is retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply;
x. An applicant should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts;
xi. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for Ordinary or Advanced level education should be verified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA).
xii. Professional certificates from foreign Universities and other training institutions should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) and National Council for Technical Education (NACTE);
xiii. A signed application letter should be written either in Swahili or English and addressed to the Secretary, President’s Office, Public Service Recruitment Secretariat, P.O. Box 2320, Utumishi Building-University of Dodoma and Dr. Asha Rose Migiro Buildings – Dodoma.
xiv. The deadline for application is 09 February 2025;
xv. Only short-listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview;
xvi. Presentation of forged certificates and other information will necessitate legal action;
NOTE: All applications must be sent through the Recruitment Portal by using the following address: http://portal.ajira.go.tz/ and not otherwise (This address can also be found at PSRS Website, Click ‘Recruitment Portal’).
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