Network Development & Retail Engineering Manager (m/f)

Description

• Aldelia is a British Recruitment company with strong operation in Mozambique. We are looking for a professional for one of our clients, which is a Multinational in the Oil & Gas sector

Duties

• To implement/deliver the retail network plan with specific regard to all aspects of network development, site optimization, and property management
• To manage a network portfolio so as to maximize its profitability and returns
• To manage site based construction and engineering activities in order to deliver the Retail construction, integrity and maintenance programs & related activities
• Custodian of the retail network master plan, to be reviewed annually
• Ensure retail network investments are aligned with the approved network strategy
• To perform investment appraisals of growth/value-added projects and to prepare business cases for capital expenditure requests, including Maintenance capex budget
• Negotiation of property purchase, lease agreements, supply agreements and financing (loans, prepaid rentals/rebates)
• Act as Project Manager for all site optimization projects
• Timely negotiation and renewal of main lease agreements/supply agreements for existing company-leased and dealer-owned service stations
• Identification and sale of unprofitable assets on the retail network
• Preparation and follow up of approvals of investment/divestment proposals for the above projects
• Prepare, maintain and update the property database of the whole network with key emphasis on critical dates (renewals, expiry)
• Responsible for all property administration in the retail network portfolio – timely payment of rents, rates, and taxes
• Responsible for ensuring that network information systems reflect the correct data
• Track and report network KPI’s on a monthly basis
• To act as Property Manager for the retail network in view of optimizing the value of the asset base and ensure that it enhances business performance
• To liaise with relevant authorities for securing all permits and clearances for all growth/value-added projects required as per the local legal framework
• To manage maintenance activities and programs via the appointed FMC in the Retail
• To manage site-based construction engineering activities to deliver the Retail construction program
• Call for tenders for projects
• Local contractor management & works quality control
• Managing the relationship/partnership with consultants
• Ensure agreed HSSE standards are implemented
• Manage project budgets and approve invoices
• Procurement of approvals necessary for construction activities
• Perform Contractor Qualification/Accreditation per Global Shell Procedures

Requisites

• Graduate in the field of Management, Engineering, and Sales or related
• Minimum 7 years of work experience and preferably in a Retail environment
• Extensive experience in the construction engineering/construction project management field (preferably but not necessarily in the oil industry)
• Comprehensive knowledge of service stations design & HSSE specifications & standards
• Knowledge of Retail sites construction, procurement & tendering processes
• Project management experience
• A rough understanding of the retail business
• Results oriented and Ability to deliver through others and lead team synergies

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
• Submit your CV to Humberto Ricardo at email: humberto.ricardo@aldelia.com with the Subject line “Network Development & Retail Engineering Manager” or apply through the website below
• If you have not heard from us within 10 days of the above closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful