Lead Instrument/ICSS Engineer – Uganda
2025-06-30T16:33:26+00:00
Worldwide Recruitment Solutions
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Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Human Services
Science & Engineering
2025-07-14T17:00:00+00:00
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Lead Instrument/ICSS Engineer – Uganda at Worldwide Recruitment Solutions
Lead Instrument ICSS Engineer – Uganda
On behalf of a major Oil & Gas operator, WRS are currently seeking a highly experienced Lead Instrument/ICSS Engineer to join a major onshore oil & gas development project in Uganda. This residential role in Kampala offers the opportunity to play a critical part in the operational readiness and long-term performance of one of the most complex greenfield developments in the region. The project spans over 400 wells, a state-of-the-art production facility, and a vast network of infrastructure in a remote and environmentally sensitive area near Lake Albert. It represents a technically challenging and high-impact opportunity for seasoned professionals.
The role will be working on a 12 month renewable contract, paying a day rate in USD.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Instrumentation and Industrial Control Systems Safety (ICSS) function during both project and operational phases.
- Oversee the development and implementation of Maintenance and Inspection Engineering (MIE) strategies for instrumentation and controls.
- Review and validate technical documentation from EPC and MIE contractors.
- Ensure readiness of spare parts, software, procedures, and testing protocols to support operational excellence.
- Act as the affiliate’s Local Industrial Cybersecurity Officer (L-iCSO), responsible for industrial network integrity and cybersecurity compliance.
- Support commissioning/start-up teams and manage the interface between operations and vendors during FATs/SATs.
- Prepare technical Scopes of Work for specialized maintenance contracts and participate in the tender process.
- Coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensure technician training programs and certification requirements are met (e.g., Class Z approval).
Operational Duties
- Provide expert technical support for instrumentation, controls, and safety systems.
- Lead investigations and root cause analysis for system outages or failures.
- Ensure compliance with local legislation, company standards, and international codes.
- Act as SECE and SIL/SIF Guardian for critical performance and safety systems.
- Manage backups, change tracking, and cybersecurity audits post-startup.
- Monitor budgetary performance for relevant discipline scopes and provide accurate reporting.
Requirements
- Degree in Electronic, Instrumentation, or Industrial Control Engineering from an accredited university.
- Minimum 12 years’ experience in instrumentation and ICSS maintenance within oil & gas or petrochemical industries, including at least 2 years on an operational facility.
- Previous experience working for an oil & gas operator
- Strong understanding of industry standards (e.g., NEC, NEMA, IEC, ATEX, NORSOK).
- Demonstrated supervisory experience in complex, multidisciplinary environments.
- Experience with cyber-secure industrial automation systems is a plus.
If you are interested, please apply.
Lead the Instrumentation and Industrial Control Systems Safety (ICSS) function during both project and operational phases. Oversee the development and implementation of Maintenance and Inspection Engineering (MIE) strategies for instrumentation and controls. Review and validate technical documentation from EPC and MIE contractors. Ensure readiness of spare parts, software, procedures, and testing protocols to support operational excellence. Act as the affiliate’s Local Industrial Cybersecurity Officer (L-iCSO), responsible for industrial network integrity and cybersecurity compliance. Support commissioning/start-up teams and manage the interface between operations and vendors during FATs/SATs. Prepare technical Scopes of Work for specialized maintenance contracts and participate in the tender process. Coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensure technician training programs and certification requirements are met (e.g., Class Z approval).
Degree in Electronic, Instrumentation, or Industrial Control Engineering from an accredited university. Minimum 12 years’ experience in instrumentation and ICSS maintenance within oil & gas or petrochemical industries, including at least 2 years on an operational facility. Previous experience working for an oil & gas operator Strong understanding of industry standards (e.g., NEC, NEMA, IEC, ATEX, NORSOK). Demonstrated supervisory experience in complex, multidisciplinary environments. Experience with cyber-secure industrial automation systems is a plus.
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Vacancy title:
Lead Instrument/ICSS Engineer – Uganda
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Human Services, Category: Science & Engineering]
Jobs at:
Worldwide Recruitment Solutions
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, July 14 2025
Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala | Uganda
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Date Posted: Monday, June 30 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Lead Instrument/ICSS Engineer – Uganda at Worldwide Recruitment Solutions
Lead Instrument ICSS Engineer – Uganda
On behalf of a major Oil & Gas operator, WRS are currently seeking a highly experienced Lead Instrument/ICSS Engineer to join a major onshore oil & gas development project in Uganda. This residential role in Kampala offers the opportunity to play a critical part in the operational readiness and long-term performance of one of the most complex greenfield developments in the region. The project spans over 400 wells, a state-of-the-art production facility, and a vast network of infrastructure in a remote and environmentally sensitive area near Lake Albert. It represents a technically challenging and high-impact opportunity for seasoned professionals.
The role will be working on a 12 month renewable contract, paying a day rate in USD.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Instrumentation and Industrial Control Systems Safety (ICSS) function during both project and operational phases.
- Oversee the development and implementation of Maintenance and Inspection Engineering (MIE) strategies for instrumentation and controls.
- Review and validate technical documentation from EPC and MIE contractors.
- Ensure readiness of spare parts, software, procedures, and testing protocols to support operational excellence.
- Act as the affiliate’s Local Industrial Cybersecurity Officer (L-iCSO), responsible for industrial network integrity and cybersecurity compliance.
- Support commissioning/start-up teams and manage the interface between operations and vendors during FATs/SATs.
- Prepare technical Scopes of Work for specialized maintenance contracts and participate in the tender process.
- Coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensure technician training programs and certification requirements are met (e.g., Class Z approval).
Operational Duties
- Provide expert technical support for instrumentation, controls, and safety systems.
- Lead investigations and root cause analysis for system outages or failures.
- Ensure compliance with local legislation, company standards, and international codes.
- Act as SECE and SIL/SIF Guardian for critical performance and safety systems.
- Manage backups, change tracking, and cybersecurity audits post-startup.
- Monitor budgetary performance for relevant discipline scopes and provide accurate reporting.
Requirements
- Degree in Electronic, Instrumentation, or Industrial Control Engineering from an accredited university.
- Minimum 12 years’ experience in instrumentation and ICSS maintenance within oil & gas or petrochemical industries, including at least 2 years on an operational facility.
- Previous experience working for an oil & gas operator
- Strong understanding of industry standards (e.g., NEC, NEMA, IEC, ATEX, NORSOK).
- Demonstrated supervisory experience in complex, multidisciplinary environments.
- Experience with cyber-secure industrial automation systems is a plus.
If you are interested, please apply.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 144
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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