Mechanical Technician at an Upstream Oil & Gas Conglomerate

A leading independent Oil Exploration and Production Company in Nigeria requires the services of experienced and dynamic candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Mechanical Technician

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

The Mechanical Technician must have a good knowledge of Operational and Mechanical Practices in an E&P Company.
He is expected to have an in depth knowledge of offshore /swamp production engineering and operations.
The candidate must be able to lead and manage multiple concurrent projects, work in a team environment, and be able to effectively communicate within and outside the company.

Responsibilities

Supervise the deconstruction of equipment and ensure that is free of residual waste.
Responsible for repair of high speed and rotating equipment (pumps, Air compressors, Gas compressors, valve/actuator etc) as well as Installation and commissioning of new equipment
Troubleshoot, calibrate and analyse field control and automation equipment during abnormal conditions
Conduct routine maintenance and operation of all pressure, flow, temperature and pressure measuring and controlling instrument equipment
Test and inspect all control and automation fire and gas. etc equipment
Record all preventive and corrective maintenance findings, ,breakdown, feedbacks and improvements
Develop, design. build, test, and inspect mechanical devices and systems, such as machines, tools, and engines
Design and implement cost-effective equipment modifications to help improve safety and reliability
Carry out routine checks on all mechanical and industrial equipment
Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor

Qualifications and Required Competencies

OND / HND in Mechanical Engineering or in any core engineering discipline (Electrical or Instrumentation etc) with a minimum of Upper Credit.
A minimum of ten (10) years of relevant hands-onexperience in the oil & gas industry with a proven track record of plant and equipment maintenance.
Well-developed critical thinking, with an ability to apply logic and challenge assumptions.
Analytical thinking, problem solving. creativity.
Ability to explain complex processes in simple terms.
Ability to pay close attention to detail and maintaining broad spectrum.
Proficient in design and calculation software
Must be very analytical and capable of delivering results
Must be capable of working with multi-functional teams in project execution
Assist and support HSES teams in ensuring compliance to Safety and Security Policies and procedures at Company’s locations
Champion the enforcement of standards and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.