Freelance Mechanical / Fabrication Project Supervisor

About the role

NexGen Fuel Works is seeking an experienced freelance Mechanical / Fabrication Project Supervisor to oversee the fabrication, assembly, inspection and testing of two containerised diesel storage and dispensing units in Nairobi.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise fabrication of double‑wall diesel storage tanks, container structures and associated mechanical assemblies.
• Monitor installation of industrial fuel piping, valves, vents, manifolds and ensure compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Review fabrication drawings, technical specifications and material requirements.
• Verify welding quality, material traceability, NDT, pressure and leak testing against Inspection and Test Plans.
• Coordinate technical interfaces between the fabricator and NexGen’s equipment suppliers and track progress, milestones and potential delays.
• Prepare regular progress reports with photographs and assist with final inspection, punch‑list closure and handover documentation.

Required profile

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 8‑10 years of industrial fabrication or mechanical construction experience, including steel storage tank and piping projects.
• Strong knowledge of welding, NDT, pressure testing and quality inspection procedures.
• Fluent written and spoken English and based in Nairobi or able to attend the site regularly.

Required skills

• Interpretation of mechanical fabrication drawings, P&IDs and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with ASME, API, ISO or equivalent engineering standards.
• Contractor supervision, reporting and coordination.
• Practical experience with welding, non‑destructive testing and pressure testing.