About this job

Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.

On behalf of our client TOTAL ENERGIES, we are looking for a competent, skilled, and experienced Drilling Support Base (DSB) Coordinator to work on Site.

Job Title: Drilling Support Base (DSB) Coordinator

Reports to: Drilling & Wells Logistics Superintendent

Location: Site Based

Activities

Operational Leadership & Delivery

• Define and secure logistics resources (personnel, equipment, materials, contractors) required to meet drilling operations schedules and cost targets ;
• Monitor DSB performance against weekly/monthly KPIs ; track operational metrics and cost performance ;
• Identify and implement cost optimization and efficiency improvements within the logistics perimeter ;
• Serve as focal point for logistics operations at Site level; coordinate across Project activities.

DSB Logistics Operations Management

• Organize and oversee all DSB physical operations :
• Infrastructure Readiness: facilities preparation, storage systems, utilities (power, water, fuel, sewage, waste management);
• Materials & Inventory: receive, store, reconcile, and issue drilling-related materials; coordinate with TADM on material requirements and stock reduction
• Contractor Interface: manage lifting contractors, transport providers, and logistics vendors; conduct Service Quality Meetings (SQMs); enforce contractual performance and HSE standards
• Logistics Support Delivery: land transport, heavy lifting, and fuel management in support of drilling operations.

HSE Accountability & Risk Mitigation

• The job holder is deputy RSED-D for the Drilling Support Base (DSB)
• Demonstrate personal adherence to HSE Policy and 12 Golden Rules; actively promote safety awareness within logistics and contractor teams;
• Establish and monitor effective safety and environmental controls for all DSB operations (lifting, transportation, material handling);
• Investigate and track HSE anomalies and incidents; organize corrective actions and monitor closure;
• Participating in Department HSE objective-setting and risk reduction initiatives;
• Serve as HSE liaison between TotalEnergies and external logistics contractors to ensure alignment on standards and expectations.

Reporting, Compliance & Information Management

• Prepare weekly and monthly DSB operations reports; provide ad-hoc reporting on issues affecting safety, continuity, or costs;
• Maintain accurate records and KPI/CPI statistics for cost allocation, invoice verification, and performance trending;
• Serve as DSB focal point for IT tools (UNISOL ERP system); ensure compliant data entry and SOX standards compliance;
• Ensure full compliance with Uganda legislation, Company procedures, and internal controls; uphold Code of Conduct.

Personnel Development & Team Management

• Coordinate & facilitate required training for logistics personnel; allocate resources to maintain operational capability;
• Conduct performance appraisals of direct reports in accordance with Company procedures;
• Maintain personal technical competency through formal assessment (LSO CAP); act as technical coach for logistics teams;
• Model continuous improvement behaviors; encourage problem-solving and creative operational approaches.

Materials Management

• Contribute to regular monitoring and reconciliation of all physical stock held at Company sites;
• Liaise with the Company entities (Field Operations, Drilling, Projects) and technical administrators (TADM) for stock optimization and reduction;
• Track and manage inventory performance metrics; ensure material availability aligns with operational requirements

Requirements

Mandatory Qualifications/Experience required

• Degree in Management Sciences, Engineering, or equivalent discipline.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in logistics base operations and materials management in oil & gas or similar industrial environment.
• Good knowledge of operational constraints in Onshore drilling/production activities and logistics resources (base, lifting equipment, drilling operations).
• Knowledge/understanding of Uganda legislation and Company standards: Environmental Protection, Health & Safety, Waste Management, Dangerous Goods; (iv) ERP knowledge: SAP preferred (SCOT and UNISOL MM/RLM modules); UNISOL competency required; (v) Analytical mind with organizational rigor; holistic approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Capability to demonstrate strong leadership within diverse teams; ability to work under pressure and remain self-confident.
• Ability to work independently, showing logical thought patterns, high organizational ability, and effective communication at all levels

• Define and secure logistics resources (personnel, equipment, materials, contractors) required to meet drilling operations schedules and cost targets ;
• Monitor DSB performance against weekly/monthly KPIs ; track operational metrics and cost performance ;
• Identify and implement cost optimization and efficiency improvements within the logistics perimeter ;
• Serve as focal point for logistics operations at Site level; coordinate across Project activities.
• Organize and oversee all DSB physical operations :
• Infrastructure Readiness: facilities preparation, storage systems, utilities (power, water, fuel, sewage, waste management);
• Materials & Inventory: receive, store, reconcile, and issue drilling-related materials; coordinate with TADM on material requirements and stock reduction
• Contractor Interface: manage lifting contractors, transport providers, and logistics vendors; conduct Service Quality Meetings (SQMs); enforce contractual performance and HSE standards
• Logistics Support Delivery: land transport, heavy lifting, and fuel management in support of drilling operations.
• The job holder is deputy RSED-D for the Drilling Support Base (DSB)
• Demonstrate personal adherence to HSE Policy and 12 Golden Rules; actively promote safety awareness within logistics and contractor teams;
• Establish and monitor effective safety and environmental controls for all DSB operations (lifting, transportation, material handling);
• Investigate and track HSE anomalies and incidents; organize corrective actions and monitor closure;
• Participating in Department HSE objective-setting and risk reduction initiatives;
• Serve as HSE liaison between TotalEnergies and external logistics contractors to ensure alignment on standards and expectations.
• Prepare weekly and monthly DSB operations reports; provide ad-hoc reporting on issues affecting safety, continuity, or costs;
• Maintain accurate records and KPI/CPI statistics for cost allocation, invoice verification, and performance trending;
• Serve as DSB focal point for IT tools (UNISOL ERP system); ensure compliant data entry and SOX standards compliance;
• Ensure full compliance with Uganda legislation, Company procedures, and internal controls; uphold Code of Conduct.
• Coordinate & facilitate required training for logistics personnel; allocate resources to maintain operational capability;
• Conduct performance appraisals of direct reports in accordance with Company procedures;
• Maintain personal technical competency through formal assessment (LSO CAP); act as technical coach for logistics teams;
• Model continuous improvement behaviors; encourage problem-solving and creative operational approaches.
• Contribute to regular monitoring and reconciliation of all physical stock held at Company sites;
• Liaise with the Company entities (Field Operations, Drilling, Projects) and technical administrators (TADM) for stock optimization and reduction;
• Track and manage inventory performance metrics; ensure material availability aligns with operational requirements

• Good knowledge of operational constraints in Onshore drilling/production activities and logistics resources (base, lifting equipment, drilling operations).
• Knowledge/understanding of Uganda legislation and Company standards: Environmental Protection, Health & Safety, Waste Management, Dangerous Goods;
• ERP knowledge: SAP preferred (SCOT and UNISOL MM/RLM modules); UNISOL competency required;
• Analytical mind with organizational rigor; holistic approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Capability to demonstrate strong leadership within diverse teams; ability to work under pressure and remain self-confident.
• Ability to work independently, showing logical thought patterns, high organizational ability, and effective communication at all levels

• Degree in Management Sciences, Engineering, or equivalent discipline.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in logistics base operations and materials management in oil & gas or similar industrial environment.