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Buliisa, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
McDermott International Ltd is a global leader in engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) services for the energy industry. With a history spanning over a century, McDermott has built a reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for complex offshore and onshore projects. The company's expertise covers a wide range of services, including oil and gas exploration, refining, petrochemical production, and renewable energy projects.
McDermott operates with a commitment to safety, quality, and environmental stewardship, ensuring that all projects meet the highest standards. The company leverages advanced technologies and a highly skilled workforce to execute projects efficiently and effectively. McDermott's global presence, with operations in key energy markets around the world, enables it to support clients with localized expertise and resources.
Through strategic partnerships and a focus on continuous improvement, McDermott drives value for its clients while contributing to the advancement of the energy sector. The company's robust portfolio includes numerous landmark projects that showcase its capability to handle large-scale, complex engineering challenges. McDermott's dedication to innovation and excellence positions it as a trusted partner in the evolving landscape of global energy.
At McDermott, our innovation shapes the world we live in. Over the years, we’ve built some of the most trusted partnerships across the energy value chain, transforming ideas into reality: laying subsea infrastructure deep beneath the ocean, installing platforms far from shore, leveraging our expertise to design and build offshore wind infrastructure, and reshaping landscapes on land to deliver the energy products the world needs—safely and sustainably.
For more than 100 years, we’ve made the impossible possible. Today, we are driving the global energy transition with over 30,000 brilliant minds across 54 countries.
Job Title
Vendor Training Coordinator job at McDermott
McDermott
Job Description
Vendor Training Coordinator
Buliisa, Uganda
Job Description
McDermott is an equal-opportunity employer. We follow ethical, legal, voluntary, and non-discriminatory recruitment and employment practices.
We will never ask candidates to pay recruitment fees for securing a job or ongoing employment, whether to a recruiter, hiring manager, supervisor, or placement agency. All direct employment costs, including medical exams, employment visas, and mobilization fees, are covered by McDermott.
If you are ever asked to pay such fees during the recruitment process, please report it immediately to our Ethics & Compliance team at ethics@mcdermott.com. This email address does not accept resumes.
Job Overview
Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, the Vendor Training Coordinator will oversee all vendor support activities throughout the Construction, Pre-commissioning, Commissioning, Start-up, and Performance Testing phases of the facility. The role ensures the plant meets its production and performance goals while achieving McDermott’s contractual objectives.
This position involves planning, developing, and coordinating vendor mobilization on-site, covering both technical supervision and training requirements for the Central Processing Facility in Africa.
Additionally, the coordinator will manage vendor timesheets, reports, and records in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Collaborate closely within the project team and with the client to maintain positive working relationships
Coordinate with the Commissioning Manager to ensure vendors are mobilized according to the Vendor Representative Schedule
Develop a comprehensive Vendor Training Plan for the facility
Maintain a list of all vendor contacts
Reach out to vendors for intervention activation when necessary
Ensure all vendors complete the required Site Induction upon arrival
Organize a kick-off meeting between the vendor and/or Construction & Commissioning teams at the site
Set up and manage the Training Centre, providing administrative support to vendors during training sessions
Ensure all training presentation materials are submitted by vendors in advance
Work closely with the Company Training Coordinator to ensure the Vendor Training Program remains effective
Compile records that support the Vendor Training Program
Gather and maintain vendor timesheets and close-out reports
Oversee and direct all expediting activities
Proactively initiate and manage tasks independently
Liaise with Project Supply Chain Management and Package Managers/Engineers
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Qualifications
Associate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, or equivalent on-the-job experience
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a lead or supervisory role managing vendors and training programs
5+ years of relevant experience, ideally with an EPC contractor in the oil & gas industry
Experience in Supply Chain is an added advantage
Strong technical knowledge of construction and commissioning activities
Ability to effectively communicate solutions and concepts to both engineers and non-engineers
Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written; second language is a plus
Proficient in MS Office suite
Strong presentation skills for meetings with vendors, site management, and clients
Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to adapt to various discipline needs
Ability to interact effectively with vendors and clients, demonstrating respect, understanding, and the ability to influence constructively at all levels
How to Apply
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