Tullow Oil Field Logistics Supervisor Job in Kenya

Tullow Oil is Africa’s leading independent oil and gas exploration and production company and is a constituent of the London FTSE100. The Group has interests in over 100 exploration and production licences across 25 countries focusing on four core regions: Africa, Europe, South Asia and South America. Working for Tullow Oil in Kenya, you will be given the freedom and responsibility to make a difference. We provide the opportunities to build a solid future within our rapidly expanding portfolio and provide competitive rewards as part of our people strategy. Our high level of employee engagement is also one of our key success factors that we want to continue building on.

Tullow Oil is seeking talented, motivated, skilled individual to fill the following position:

Reporting to the Logistics Manager – Operations & Development

Manage daily aviation, transport and travel operations.Ensure compliance to Kenyan and International rules and regulations, Tullow Standards, Policies and procedures and where appropriate Open Government Partnership (OGP) Guidelines.Enhance the capability and performance of the Aviation, Transport and Travel service through the definition and implementation of improved skills, processes, systems and procedures.Monitor and register the risks associated with transport and aviation operations and ensure that appropriate mitigation actions are put in placeEnsure adequate administrative and logistics support arrangements are made for the execution of air operations;Ensure all contractual provisions and obligations are satisfied and produces contract performance reports;Analyse mission reports  and ensure they are submitted by aircraft commanders after completion of tasks and provides advice to movements planners;Assist and advise Tullow management in determining its air transport needs and design a scheduled service that addresses the needs.Periodically review and analyze route structures, aircraft payload, cargo and passenger traffic statistics to assess viability of routes and service improvements;Provide technical input to other departments such as facilities and civils for airstrip upgrades, fire fighting equipment etc.Assist with regional, global aviation requirements.Manage and schedule all personnel transportation requirements for air and liaise with LTST (land transport safety team) for transfers from both JKIA and Wilson operations.Manage and schedule all personnel accommodation requirements in Nairobi and the field. Proactively manage service provider contracts with significant focus on costs, performance and EHS.Establish land transport policies and procedures that support the provision of a safe, economical, efficient and effective land transport for both goods and personnel.Ensure that adequate administrative and logistics support arrangements are made for the execution of land transport operations;Ensure all contractual provisions and obligations for land transport  are satisfied and produce contract performance reports;Conduct periodic audits of Land Transport providers and their vehicles are undertakenEstablish and maintain reports using IVMS and statistical dataEnsure bi-monthly Land Transport Forums are conducted Implement operational security procedures to assure the protection and safeguarding of passengers, crew ground personnel, the general public and facilities of an airport/airstrip to any extent within his/her ability in cooperation with appropriate authorities.Perform risk assessments prior to the tasking of aircraft and keeps all personnel informed of the actual and potential hazards and causes of accidents/incidents;Manage the budget, accounts for expenditure, prepares budget submissions and performance reports;Record and provide statistical analysis of aircraft accidents/incidents;Propagate safety publicity, education and dissemination of informationLiaise and advises the appropriate authorities on all safety matters and recommends remedial measures to counter actual or potential causes of aviation accidents/incidentsManage all contracts associated with aviation, fleet and fuel management and all associated services. Review invoices and ensure aligned with agreed contracts terms10 year experience in the aviation industry at a supervisory level.Experience of land transport operations including the movement of goods and personnel.Experience in the travel industry would be advantageous.Has held a supervisory or management position in aviation operations or safety or has successfully completed an Aviation Safety Management course, Air Operations Management Course, or equivalent.Knowledge of Kenya Road Traffic Act.Experience or certification for the movement of Dangerous goods by air and road.Good communication and interpersonal skills.Computer literate, including use of Word and Excel.Knowledge of data bases including SALEM, MAPS and iCAMS would be advantageousProject Management and Operational Reporting.Ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, service companies and other operators in Kenya.  Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees. All enquires should be sent to:

Adept Systems

Management Consultants
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke Closing date:  Friday 6th June 2014.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.