Monday, May 30, 2011

NATIONAL OIL CORPORATION::CONTROL & INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER



Looking for a Career where you can really make a difference?
We are a fast growing and dynamic World Class Petroleum Company serving energy needs for today
and tomorrow. Following the steady, continuous growth and expansion we have experienced over the last
few years, we are looking for a talented, innovative, energetic, self motivated and technologically driven
individuals to fill the positions;

2. REF: HR/05/05/2011: INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER
Reporting to the Terminal Operations Controller, you will have an opportunity to support the Corporation’s
growth when you ensure regular maintenance of instrumentation systems and equipment.
As an Instrumentation Engineer for our Operations department, you will have an opportunity to support
the Corporation’s growth when you…
• Develop and implement maintenance schedule for all electrical / electronic installations.
• Attending to equipment failure; PLC, Pulse tran, RTD’s.
• Monitoring field equipment performance through SCADA system and carrying out required
maintenance.
• Carry out occasional modifications to existing system configuration and SCADA graphics to
ensure minimal disruption to operations.
• Ensure that measurement equipment accuracy is always maintained through regular equipment
checks and calibration.

• Supervise contractors carrying out electrical maintenance works at the terminal to ensure quality
of work based on laid down engineering specifications.
I addition, you will be a valued member of the team when you…..
• Trouble shooting field equipments by interpreting programmable logic controllers (PLC) status
files and suggesting corrective measures.
• Restore the system integration breakdown i.e. communication failures between various systems.
If you have the requirements & personal attributes below, we want to talk with you right away:
• A Bachelors degree in Instrumentation & Control/Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics or equivalent
and recognized trainings / qualifications in relevant discipline.
• Must have at least three (3) years hands on work experience on instrumentation and control
system maintenance, support and troubleshooting in processing plants.
• Experience of field instruments, control systems maintenance at plants with SCADA and PLCs.
• Specific maintenance experience on high voltage and low voltage equipment.
• Have a good understanding of health, safety and environmental regulations.
Personal Attributes:

Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
• Analytical skills
• High standards of personal integrity
• Well regarded demeanor
What Is In It For You?
Comprehensive health care for you and your family, home mortgage & car loan support, retirement plan,
vacation allowance, personal growth opportunities, personal fitness amongst other benefits;
National Oil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only candidates who meet the above requirements will be
shortlisted and contacted. Applications clearly indicating position reference should be addressed to the
Human Resources Manager, P.O. Box 58567-00200 City Square Nairobi or via email:
hrm@nockenya.co.ke so as to reach us by 3rd June 2011. Please include your email address, mobile
number, names and contact addresses of 3 professional referees.