Dangote Industries Limited is inviting qualified and experienced professionals to apply for the position of Fuel Manager at its Mtwara Plant in Tanzania.

Position: Fuel Manager
Location: Mtwara Plant, Tanzania
Company: Dangote Industries Limited

The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic procurement, logistics coordination, quality assurance, and ensuring 100% availability of all fuel types including CNG, Coal, and Alternative Fuels (AF) to support continuous cement plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fuel procurement strategies for CNG, Coal, and Alternative Fuels
• Manage fuel suppliers, transporters, and service providers
• Ensure uninterrupted fuel supply and maintain inventory buffers
• Coordinate fuel plans with production and plant management teams
• Manage CNG supply contracts, logistics, storage, and regasification systems
• Ensure compliance with EWURA regulations and HSE standards
• Monitor CNG consumption, pressure, and calorific values
• Develop and improve Thermal Substitution Rate (TSR) initiatives
• Source and manage alternative fuels including RDF, biomass, and industrial waste
• Oversee coal and pet coke procurement, quality control, and blending
• Coordinate fuel transportation and logistics operations
• Monitor fuel quality parameters and enforce quality standards
• Liaise with NEMC, EWURA, TRA, and other regulatory bodies
• Prepare fuel budgets, forecasts, and cost reports
• Lead and develop fuel operations teams
• Support HSE compliance, risk assessments, and emergency response procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or related technical field
• MBA, Supply Chain Management, or Energy Management qualification is an added advantage
• Professional certifications in HSE or logistics are desirable

Experience

• Minimum 10 to 15 years of experience in fuel management, supply chain, or energy management in heavy industries
• At least 5 years in a senior managerial role
• Experience in cement plants, mining, power, petrochemicals, or waste management industries preferred
• Experience with Coal, Alternative Fuels, and CNG operations is highly desirable
• Experience working with Tanzania regulatory authorities including NEMC, EWURA, and TRA is an advantage

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of fuel chemistry and cement kiln pyro-processing
• Understanding of CNG systems, regasification, and pressure management
• Expertise in supply chain management and contract negotiation
• Knowledge of environmental and energy regulations in Tanzania
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office applications

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent analytical and cost management abilities
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• High level of integrity, safety awareness, and compliance orientation
• Ability to manage operational and strategic priorities simultaneously