NATIONAL OIL COMPANY OF MALAWI – DEPOT SUPERVISOR
Location: Mzuzu Depot
Grade: NOC06
Code: DS2026
📅 Deadline: 18th April 2026
The National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA) is a wholly owned Government of Malawi company responsible for ensuring security of fuel supply, importing petroleum products, and managing Strategic Fuel Reserves. NOCMA invites applications for the position of Depot Supervisor.
Purpose:
To lead and supervise day-to-day operations of the Strategic Fuel Reserve (SFR) Depot, ensuring optimal operational efficiency, safety, compliance, and reliability of fuel storage and distribution.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead daily depot operations to ensure safe and efficient fuel storage and distribution
- Maintain precise inventory and operational records, delivering timely reports on fuel stocks and movements
- Facilitate inspections of tanks, valves, pumps, seals, and infrastructure to uphold operational integrity
- Plan and execute emergency response drills to strengthen readiness and compliance
- Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for all depot equipment, infrastructure, and vehicles
- Monitor and evaluate contractor performance to ensure adherence to quality standards
- Enforce safety, health, environmental, and quality standards, conducting audits and risk assessments
- Mentor, supervise, and appraise staff while fostering teamwork, motivation, and engagement
- Identify training needs and facilitate professional development for operational and technical teams
- Execute additional duties assigned by the Depot Manager
Reporting Lines:
Reports to the Depot Manager, with supervisory responsibility over:
- Maintenance Technician
- Depot Clerk
- Electrical Technician
- Senior Depot Operator
- Office Assistant
- Groundsman
Competencies:
- Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to plan, organize, and monitor complex operational activities
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making capabilities
- Knowledge of fuel depot operations, inventory management, and asset maintenance
- Understanding of financial management as it relates to depot operations
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Logistics or Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or Operations Management (with a technical focus) from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in depot or fuel storage management at operational level, with 3 years in a comparable role
How to Apply:
Send your application with cover letter, copies of certificates, detailed CV, proof of professional body membership (where required), and names/addresses/phone contacts of 3 traceable referees to:
The Chief Executive Officer
National Oil Company of Malawi
4th Floor, Kang'ombe House, City Centre
Private Bag 370, Lilongwe
Attention: The Human Resources & Administration Manager
📧 nocmajobs@nocma.mw
Important: Clearly state the Code for the Post (DS2026) on the envelope or in the email subject line.
Deadline: 18th April 2026
In line with the Gender Equality Act of 2013, female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. NOCMA is committed to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants.