Freelance Mechanical / Fabrication Project Supervisor
First seen by Alion on Oct 9, 2026.
Engineering Jobs, NexGen Jobs. Responsible for supervising mechanical and fabrication projects, coordinating technicians and fabricators, monitoring project schedules and material use, interpreting technical drawings, inspecting workmanship, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, coordinating suppliers and contractors, and preparing project progress reports. Requires a Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fabrication, Production Engineering, or a related field.
About the Assignment
NexGen Fuel Works is seeking an experienced freelance Mechanical / Fabrication Project Supervisor to represent the company during the fabrication, assembly, inspection and testing of two containerised diesel storage and dispensing units. The project involves double-wall steel diesel storage tanks, modified shipping containers, industrial fuel piping, mechanical equipment, safety systems and associated electrical and instrumentation interfaces. The successful candidate will supervise the work of a specialist fabrication contractor in Nairobi, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications, quality requirements and the agreed project schedule.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise fabrication of double-wall diesel storage tanks, container structures and mechanical assemblies.
- Monitor fabrication and installation of industrial fuel piping, valves, vents, manifolds and associated components.
- Review fabrication drawings, technical specifications and material requirements.
- Monitor welding quality, material traceability, NDT, pressure testing and leak testing.
- Verify compliance with approved Inspection and Test Plans and applicable standards.
- Coordinate technical interfaces between the fabricator and NexGen’s equipment suppliers.
- Monitor fabrication progress, milestones and potential delays.
- Identify technical deviations, non-conformities and corrective actions.
- Witness critical inspections and Factory Acceptance Tests.
- Prepare regular progress reports supported by photographs.
- Assist with final inspection, punch-list closure and handover documentation.
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum 8-10 years of relevant industrial fabrication or mechanical construction experience.
- Proven experience supervising steel storage tank fabrication and industrial piping installations.
- Practical knowledge of welding, NDT, pressure testing and quality inspection procedures.
- Ability to interpret mechanical fabrication drawings, P&IDs and technical specifications.
- Familiarity with applicable ASME, API, ISO or equivalent engineering standards.
- Strong contractor-supervision, reporting and coordination skills.
- Fluent written and spoken English.
- Based in Nairobi or available for regular attendance at a Nairobi fabrication facility.
Preferred Experience
- Petroleum storage and dispensing installations.
- Double-wall tanks and secondary containment systems.
- Oil and gas, fuel terminal or industrial mechanical projects.
- Third-party inspection and Factory Acceptance Testing.
- Mechanical and electrical equipment integration.
How to Apply
Application Requirements Candidates should submit:
- Updated CV, highlighting comparable fabrication and mechanical supervision assignments.
- Brief description of relevant tank fabrication and industrial piping projects.
- Availability and proposed daily/montly consultancy rate in Kenyan shillings.
- Two professional references.
Application Subject: Freelance Project Supervisor – NXG-DDU-26 Send CVs to [email protected] Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Further project and client details will be disclosed to selected candidates subject to appropriate confidentiality arrangements.