Are you an experienced Oil and Gas technician looking for a new career opportunity in Nigeria? A leading Oil and Gas client is currently seeking qualified and experienced technical professionals for site-based positions in Akwa Ibom State or Delta State, Nigeria.
This recruitment drive focuses on three key technical roles: Mechanical Technician, Electrical Technician, and Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Technician. Candidates must have proven experience in the Oil and Gas industry and be willing to relocate to the project site.
The employer is offering competitive salaries based on industry experience, along with several additional benefits, including transportation, meals, accommodation, health insurance, and life insurance.
Interested candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to submit their updated CVs to the recruiter for consideration.
Job Overview:
- Industry: Oil and Gas
- Job Location: Akwa Ibom State or Delta State, Nigeria
- Employment Type: Site-based technical positions
- Experience Required: 5–10 years
- Required Industry Background: Oil and Gas experience is mandatory
- Salary: Highly competitive, based on experience
- Relocation: Candidates must be willing to relocate to the assigned site
1. Mechanical Technician – Oil and Gas:
The company is seeking experienced Mechanical Technicians with 5–10 years of relevant industry experience. Successful candidates should have practical knowledge of maintaining, inspecting, troubleshooting, and overhauling mechanical equipment used in Oil and Gas facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on rotating and static equipment.
- Carry out equipment inspections, repairs, and overhauling activities.
- Troubleshoot mechanical faults and identify equipment failures.
- Support root cause analysis to determine the causes of recurring mechanical problems.
- Assist with equipment reliability improvement and maintenance activities.
- Follow approved maintenance procedures and technical documentation.
- Comply with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) requirements and Permit to Work (PTW) procedures.
Candidates with hands-on experience in industrial plant maintenance, mechanical overhauling, and Oil and Gas equipment troubleshooting are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the employer’s industry experience requirements.
2. Electrical Technician – Oil and Gas:
Qualified Electrical Technicians with 5–10 years of Oil and Gas industry experience are required for electrical maintenance and troubleshooting activities at the project site.
Applicants should have practical knowledge of electrical power distribution systems and the maintenance of electrical equipment in industrial or hazardous environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and troubleshoot high-voltage (HV) and low-voltage (LV) electrical systems.
- Inspect electrical equipment and power distribution installations.
- Carry out maintenance of electrical equipment installed in hazardous areas.
- Support predictive diagnostics and condition-monitoring activities.
- Identify electrical faults and assist with corrective maintenance.
- Maintain equipment records and update maintenance activities in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Follow electrical safety procedures, isolation requirements, and site HSE standards.
Candidates with strong troubleshooting skills and experience in Oil and Gas electrical maintenance will be suitable for consideration.
3. Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Technician:
The recruitment team is also looking for experienced Instrumentation and Control Technicians with 5–10 years of relevant Oil and Gas industry experience.
Applicants should be familiar with industrial instrumentation, process control systems, safety systems, and field maintenance procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and troubleshoot Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
- Support Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Emergency Shutdown (ESD) systems.
- Perform maintenance and testing of Fire and Gas (F&G) detection systems.
- Inspect, calibrate, and maintain field instruments.
- Conduct loop checking and instrumentation functional tests.
- Troubleshoot control system and instrumentation faults.
- Ensure compliance with hazardous-area requirements and site safety procedures.
Candidates with practical experience in process instrumentation, control systems, calibration, and safety-system maintenance are encouraged to submit their applications.
Salary and Benefits:
The employer is offering a highly competitive salary package based on the candidate’s qualifications, technical experience, and suitability for the position.
Additional benefits mentioned in the recruitment announcement include:
- Free transportation
- Meals provided
- Accommodation provided
- Life insurance
- Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) benefits
- Other applicable employment benefits
The exact salary, contract duration, working schedule, and detailed employment conditions have not been specified in the announcement. Applicants should confirm these details directly with the recruiter during the selection process.
Eligibility Criteria:
Before applying, candidates should ensure that they meet the following requirements:
- Have 5–10 years of relevant technical experience.
- Possess verifiable Oil and Gas industry experience.
- Have practical knowledge related to the position applied for.
- Be willing to relocate to Akwa Ibom State or Delta State, Nigeria.
- Be familiar with industrial maintenance procedures and HSE requirements.
- Be able to provide an updated CV highlighting relevant experience and technical skills.
Important: Candidates without verifiable Oil and Gas industry experience will not be considered, according to the recruitment announcement.
How to Apply?
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their updated CV through any of the following channels.
Recruiter WhatsApp/Call: 09151621730
Candidates may also contact the recruiter through direct message (DM).
When submitting your CV, clearly mention the position you are applying for, your years of Oil and Gas experience, your current location, and your availability to relocate.
Suggested email subject: Application for Mechanical/Electrical/I&C Technician – Nigeria
Applicants should ensure that their CV includes relevant technical skills, equipment experience, maintenance responsibilities, qualifications, and employment history.
Final Note:
This is an opportunity for experienced Oil and Gas professionals seeking technical employment in Nigeria. Mechanical Technicians, Electrical Technicians, and Instrumentation & Control Technicians who meet the experience requirements should prepare their updated CVs and contact the recruiter directly.
Recruitment conditions and vacancies may change, so confirm the availability of the position and all employment terms with the recruiter before making travel or relocation arrangements.