Tanker • WRS - Worldwide Recruitment Solutions • Worldwiders
Company: WRS - Worldwide Recruitment Solutions Location: Uganda, Uganda Job type: Contract Salary: Competitive GBP / YEAR Posted: 2026-02-27 Senior Electrical Engineer – Uganda Location: Kampala, Uganda (Residential) Contract: 12-Month Renewable Rate: Day Rate We are currently recruiting a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a major greenfield onshore oil & gas development in Uganda. This is a site-based rotational role (28 days on / 28 days off), supporting both project delivery and long-term operational readiness. The successful candidate will form part of the Maintenance team, reporting to the Electrical Lead Engineer, and will play a key role in preparing electrical systems for safe, efficient production operations. Key Responsibilities Project Phase Review EPC and maintenance documentation to ensure operational readiness Develop and validate maintenance strategies, plans, and procedures for electrical systems Prepare complex site maintenance procedures aligned with industry best practice Support operating spare parts selection, procurement, inspection, and storage Participate in FATs/SATs and support commissioning and start-up activities Develop digital tools to enhance maintenance management post start-up Prepare technical scopes of work for specialist maintenance contracts Operational Phase Provide technical support and engineering guidance to site teams Ensure electrical equipment is maintained in optimal working condition Monitor equipment performance and implement condition-based maintenance strategies Identify obsolescence risks and propose upgrades where required Prepare vendor scopes of work and coordinate planned/unplanned maintenance activities Monitor contractor performance, budgets, and maintenance KPIs Contribute to maintenance planning and scheduling activities Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with applicable standards Mentor and provide continuous training to junior electrical engineers Candidate Requirements Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering Minimum 8 years’ experience in electrical systems within oil & gas, including at least 2 years in an operational plant environment Strong knowledge of international electrical codes and standards (NEC, IEC, ATEX, NORSOK, API, ASME, etc.) Experience with CMMS systems (SAP, Maximo or similar) Solid understanding of plant compliance, maintenance strategies, and equipment lifecycle management Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills If you are interested, please apply