Mechanical/Electromechanical Engineers (x 6 ) at Tanzania Geothermal Development Company Limited (TGDC)

Application Deadline: 05 Feb 2015

Mechanical/Electromechanical Engineers (x 6 ) POSITION DESCRIPTION:

From Mwananchi

Tanzania Geothermal Development Company Limited (TGDC) is a subsidiary company of The Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) established in December 2013 and came into operation in July 2014 with a mandate to spearhead geothermal resources in Tanzania.

OUR VISION
To be the most competitive regional geothermal resources development company serving today and future generations with reliable, affordable and environmental friendly energy.

OUR MISSION
To offer reliable and efficient geothermal energy development services to support the nation's development vision.
TGDC is mandated:
To carry out geothermal exploration including geological, geochemistry, seismological, volcanological studies;
To carry business In geothermal drilling for steam and hot water .: well testing and logging, reservoir assessment and management;
To mobilize funds for geothermal development from various sources; .
To promote geothermal business and developer of alternative uses of geothermal energy than electricity including watering cultures, therapeutic uses, geothermal bathing, drying of farm products and all industrial and non-industrial uses;
In order to reach Its goals, the Company intends to invest in its business, systems and human capital. TGDC now invites applicants who are self-motivated, pro- active, honest, hardworking and commrtted individuals to fill in the various positions mentioned hereunder:

Position: Mechanical/Electromechanical Engineers (6 Posts) - Ref: TGDCIHRlO16
Reporting to: Manager Engineering & Drilling Services
Directorate: Technical Services
POSITION OBJECTIVE

Ensure successful execution of plans, costs. and schedules and oversees of mechanical, electrical and geothermal drilling operations for TGDC. Responsible for supervising drilling and service contracts; electrical mechanical engineering design and budget control.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Collect data, carrying out engineering analysis on site and recommending necessary actions; .
Manage projects using engineering principles and techniques;
Keep track of current daily costs, comparing actual costs with expenditure proposals and recommending cost-effective changes;
Involve administering drilling and service contracts, electrical mechanical engineering, design and the planning, of wells;
Produce details of specifications and outline designs for drilling contractors;
Ensure successful execution of plans, costs, schedules and supervision of drilling operations;
Supervise the drilling crew on site and duties pertaining to drilling activities;
Monitor drilling progress, oversee safety management and ensure the protection of the environment;
Working with multidisciplinary professionals evaluate the commercial viability of the well and monitor progress during drilling; to Effectively monitor and ensure cost effective drilling operations as well as strict adherence to drilling ramp-up and drilling schedules; and
Obtaining relevant data, carrying out engineering analysis on site and recommending necessary actions and writing up reports.
Promotes health and safety within the workplace

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical
Engineering or equivalent; .
Minimum 0-1 year of demonstrable and relevant working experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Attention to details:
Interpersonal and negotiation skills
Ability to build productive working relationships and work within a team;
Ability to prioritize tasks;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills'
Pro-active and capable of delivering excellent results while working under pressure with tight deadlines'
Sound skills on software packages such as AutoCAD etc .

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

A detailed application letter clearly stating why you should be considered for the position, and how you will add value accompanied with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates testimonials and contacts of three Referees should be submitted to the address below,
THE GENERAL MANAGER,
TANZANIA GEOTHERMAL DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LIMITED,
P.O BOX 14801,
DAR ES SALAAM.
BUILDING, UBUNGO