Planning Engineer at Tanzania Geothermal Development Company Limited (TGDC)

Application Deadline: 05 Feb 2015

Planning Engineer POSITION DESCRIPTION:

From Mwanachi

INTROOUCTION;
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 committed individuals to fill in the various positions mentioned hereunder



Position: Planning Engineer (1 Post)-Ref: TGDCIHRlO15
Reporting to: Manager Planning & Projects
Directorate: Business Development

POSITION OBJECTIVE.
To assist Manager Planning & Projects with formulation and spearheading implementation, reviews, monitoring and evaluation of TGDC's development programs, plans and projects

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Participate in the development of TGDC's business strategic action plans, and budget;
Participate in the preparation of the Company Business plans and review of action plans versus set targets;
Participate in strategizing and mobilization of financial resources to meet TGDC's development programs and projects;
To assist in identification of new projects and growth opportunities that enhance and promote TGDC's Mission and Vision Statements;
Participate in project identification, planning, packaging, and monitoring of performance;
Identify the project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks and targets to determine the staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of the project through the project measurement system;
Progress monitoring of specific projects on it regular basis and anticipate and resolve any problems, bottlenecks scheduling conflicts;
Review status reports, modify schedules and plans as required and keep the management apprised of the project progress on a regular basis;
Ensure that project control documents such as resources histogram, schedules. reporting systems, material controls systems, etc. are in place to ensure that project implementation and procurement interfaces are property addressed and:
Perform any other duties and responsibilities as and when directed by supervisor

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical, electrical, civil engineering or any other
relevant field.
MBA I project management/engineering management is added advantage
1-2 year of experience in project planning and development.

SKILLS & 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

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