QC inspector at China Petroleum Pipeline (CPP)

Total Exploration and Development Uganda Limited (TEPU), CNOOC Uganda Limited (CUL), and the Government of Uganda have discovered crude oil in the Lake Albert region. To facilitate export to the international market, they plan to construct a pipeline linking the Kingfisher area to Buliisa–Nwoya.

Position: QC Inspector

Company: China Petroleum Pipeline Engineering Co., Ltd (CPP)

The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) is a key part of the Lake Albert Development Project. This 1,443-kilometer cross-border pipeline will transport crude oil from Uganda to the Port of Tanga on Tanzania’s east coast. The EACOP system consists of above-ground installations (AGIs), the pipeline itself, and marine storage terminals (MSTs). The AGIs include six pumping stations (PS-1 to PS-6) and two pressure-reducing stations (PRS-1 and PRS-2). The pipeline is a 24-inch, continuously heated export line running from the Kabaale hub pumping station (PS-1) in Uganda’s Hoima region to storage facilities in Tanga, Tanzania. It incorporates valve chambers, electric heat tracing (EHT) systems, high-voltage (HV) distribution, fiber optic (FO) cables, and EHT substations.

Job Description:
The QC Inspector will support the Coating Supervisor in all coating and insulation QA/QC matters. Responsibilities include assisting the QA/QC Supervisor in developing, implementing, and updating written quality programs and plans, coordinating inspections of unit operations, and conducting daily walk-throughs with the site crew foreman. The role also involves performing periodic QA/QC inspections on instruments, equipment, and other related systems, maintaining daily quality inspection records, and compiling QA/QC statistics and activity reports for the Coating Supervisor and crew leader representatives.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical processing engineering or related field

• Willingness to work under project conditions

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or in a team

• Experience in petroleum pipeline or construction-related industries preferred

• Flexibility to work in various locations with diverse teams

• Must have a laptop, mouse, and necessary office supplies on the first day of work

• Good physical condition, free from infectious or chronic illnesses

Application Procedure:

Applicants should submit an application letter and CV (titled with their full name and the position applied for), including postal address, email, and phone number. The email subject line must state the position and full name — failure to comply will result in automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Lobbying or canvassing will lead to disqualification. Applications should be sent to cppceadmin@cpptz.com no later than 31/08/2025 at 16:00 hours.