Salary
≈ $6k – $14k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Port Louis)
Seniority
Intern
Employment
Contractor
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jan 29, 2026. Vivo Energy scores B on the Alion truth index.
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Vivo Energy is a pan-African retailer and distributor of fuels and lubricants operating the Shell, Engen and Vivo Energy brands. It serves retail and commercial customers across Africa and hires trade marketing, LPG account management, operations engineering and commercial pricing staff. The group's holding company is registered in the Netherlands.
Backed by Helios Investment Partners
Job Purpose:
To provide hands-on experience and technical expertise in the LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) and commercial fuel installation, with a primary focus on safety standards, system design, installation, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting.
The role aims to ensure the intern gains comprehensive skills in the practical and technical aspects of fuel systems to support efficient and safe operations.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Assist senior engineers in site surveys for new installations
- Identify and evaluate potential hazards in installation sites
- Shadow technicians during routine site inspections
- Assisting with small-scale LPG installation projects
- Participate in start-up and commissioning procedures
- Document all work and assist in generating reports for compliance checks
- Assist in the installation of fuel systems, including the setup of pumps, meters, and dispensers
- Practice troubleshooting common fuel system problems, such as pump malfunctions and leaks
- Attend operational training for fuel dispensing systems, including maintenance and calibration
- Conduct maintenance on LPG and commercial fuel systems under supervision
- Work on replacing worn-out parts, cleaning equipment, and ensuring proper functionality
- Assist in troubleshooting faulty systems and perform root cause analysis for system failures
- Participate in performance audits of installed systems
- Participate in drafting proposals for installation projects and conducting feasibility studies
- Attend meetings with clients to discuss design specifications and installation requirements
- Lead small project components, such as managing the installation of a specific segment of a fuel or LPG system
- Coordinate the procurement of necessary materials and equipment
- Manage and supervise junior technicians or subcontractors
- Review and ensure adherence to project timelines and budgets
- Work on optimizing fuel and LPG systems for efficiency and safety
- Analyze data from previous installations and recommend improvements for future projects
- Study failure modes and develop solutions for common issues (e.g., gas leakage, system failures)
- Participate in post-installation inspections and audits
Closing Date: 20 February 2026
Requirements
- Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering or any related field.
- Basic understanding of the oil and gas industry.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities.
- Willingness to work in varied outdoor environments and on a flexible schedule.
- Computer proficiency and willingness to learn specialized software.
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