Dangote Industries Limited is seeking an experienced Fuel Manager for its Mtwara Plant in Tanzania. This senior fuel management role is responsible for the strategic procurement, logistics, quality assurance, and continuous availability of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), Coal, and Alternative Fuels (AF) required for efficient cement manufacturing operations.

The Fuel Manager oversees fuel supply contracts, CNG infrastructure, coal sourcing, alternative fuel development, logistics coordination, regulatory compliance, and cost management to support uninterrupted cement plant production. This position plays a key role in improving Thermal Substitution Rate (TSR), reducing fuel costs, and ensuring compliance with EWURA, NEMC, TRA, and Dangote Group HSE standards.

This Fuel Manager job in Mtwara is ideal for professionals with expertise in fuel procurement, industrial energy management, supply chain logistics, alternative fuels, and heavy industry operations.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement procurement strategies for CNG, Coal, and Alternative Fuels
Identify, evaluate, and negotiate contracts with fuel suppliers and logistics providers
Maintain uninterrupted fuel inventory and emergency supply contingency plans
Manage CNG contracts, delivery logistics, storage, regasification, and regulatory compliance
Oversee CNG infrastructure inspections, safety testing, and operational efficiency
Source, qualify, and expand alternative fuel streams such as RDF, biomass, agricultural waste, and industrial by-products
Improve Thermal Substitution Rate (TSR) through sustainable alternative fuel strategies
Manage coal and conventional fuel procurement, quality control, and combustion optimization
Coordinate transportation, fuel logistics, and supply chain operations for all fuel types
Enforce fuel quality standards through testing, supplier audits, and non-conformance management
Coordinate with EWURA, NEMC, TRA, and other regulatory authorities for licences and compliance
Manage HSE requirements for fuel handling, storage, transportation, and staff safety
Prepare fuel budgets, cost reports, variance analysis, and cost reduction strategies
Lead and develop fuel operations teams across procurement, logistics, and quality management
Represent the company in supplier negotiations, government engagements, and industry meetings

Check more finance jobs in tanzania

Requirements / Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or related technical field
MBA, Supply Chain Management, or Energy Management qualification is an advantage
Professional certifications in HSE or logistics preferred
Minimum 10–15 years of experience in fuel management, supply chain, or industrial energy management
At least 5 years in a senior or managerial fuel procurement or logistics role
Strong experience in coal and alternative fuel management within cement, mining, power, petrochemical, or heavy industry sectors
Experience with CNG or industrial gaseous fuels preferred
Familiarity with Tanzania regulatory bodies including EWURA, NEMC, and TRA highly desirable
Strong knowledge of fuel chemistry, kiln pyro-processing, and clinker fuel performance
Expertise in supply chain management, vendor negotiations, and fuel logistics planning
Knowledge of Tanzania environmental and energy regulations
Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong leadership, negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills

Check more primary school teacher vacancies in dar es salaam

Benefits

Benefits not specified in the original job description.

How to Apply

To apply for this full-time Fuel Manager job in Mtwara, Tanzania, please follow the employer’s application link below:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Equal Opportunity Statement

Dangote Industries Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair hiring practices, workplace diversity, and maintaining safe and inclusive working environments.

Application Deadline

Not specified in the original job description.

Check more yas tanzania jobs