Jobs at Hobark International Limited (HIL)

Position Details

• Controlling company and project documentation.
• Following and improving document control procedures.
• Maintaining documentation retention policy.
• Electronic organization and distribution of documents within the company.

Requirements

• Educational Background (Degree): B.Sc / HND qualification in Science / Social Science or any relevant discipline 
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar role .
• IT Knowledge Required:  Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Internet Skills.

Knowledge of:

• ISO 9001 QMS requirements 
• Document Management. 
• Data Organization and Storage. 
• Project Planning. 
• Project documentation.  
• Knowledge of Electronic Document Management System. 
• Communication Skills. 

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Position Details

• To monitor closely the efficiency and effectiveness of field laboratories.
• Provide updated laboratory procedures
• Receive and analyse daily report from the fields i.e. sand measurement, crude and water analysis
• Ensure water Injection system in OMLs are operating efficiently without scaling, corrosion and bacteria fouling
• Interface daily with Purchasing and Logistics on the maintenance of min-max levels for the fields Raise Proactis requests as at when required
• Monitor and keep a checklist of the stock of chemical injection pump, spares and reporting the stock status on weekly basis
• Collate water injection treatment reports and monitor treatment performance
• Liaise with Well services for planning and implementation of Well intervention
• Implementation of chemical related programmes e.g. Chemical treatment during pigging activity, scale capsule application, injectivity improvement of water injectors
• To participate actively in field trials thus ensuring that optimum chemical rates are being used in the fields.
• Frequently visit the field to ensure that standard procedures are being followed in all laboratory tests and measurements.
• To raise the awareness of staff to the need for correct application of various chemicals and maintain MSDS of chemical products on locations.

Qualifications

• B.Sc in Applied Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years
• A very good knowledge of oilfield chemistry and the applications and uses of generic chemicals.
• Good written/spoken English and Computer literate.

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Position Details

• Implement and maintain document control processes and procedures
• Maintain the Document Management System
• Manage all flows of documents either in electronic form or on paper
• Ensure Document Management accordingly to established procedures or standards (documents numbering, formats, issuance, review, dispatch, recording and archiving). Maintain and manage electronic and hard copy documents as required
• Process incoming documentation (registration in the EDMS, internal distribution, archiving). Process outgoing documentation (transmit to Client and Suppliers/3rd parties)
• Ensure control and coordination of projects documentation and data. Makes sure that controlled copies of latest approved documents and drawings are distributed internally and externally (Clients and Suppliers)
• Ensure all drawings/documentation are correctly identified, distributed and filed/stored.
• General document control activities such as photocopying, scanning, analysis of supplier’s documents compliance with Project standards regarding numbering and all others aspect related to document quality
• Communicate and liaise with Project Teams, Suppliers/3rd parties to agree standards, systems, efficient flow of documentation, handover and close‐out of Project activity to ensure consistency in document control as required
• Monitor technical documents review and approval in accordance with agreed schedule. Monitoring of documentation progress in cooperation with the project planner
• Ensuring the use of standardised forms and templates. Set‐up Projects folders and facilitate Project communication process.

Qualification

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc qualification.

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Position Details

• To monitor closely the efficiency and effectiveness of field laboratories.
• Provide updated laboratory procedures
• Receive and analyse daily report from the fields i.e. sand measurement, crude and water analysis
• Ensure water Injection system in OMLs are operating efficiently without scaling, corrosion and bacteria fouling
• Interface daily with Purchasing and Logistics on the maintenance of min-max levels for the fields Raise Proactis requests as at when required
• Monitor and keep a checklist of the stock of chemical injection pump, spares and reporting the stock status on weekly basis
• Collate water injection treatment reports and monitor treatment performance
• Liaise with Well services for planning and implementation of Well intervention
• Implementation of chemical related programmes e.g. Chemical treatment during pigging activity, scale capsule application, injectivity improvement of water injectors
• To participate actively in field trials thus ensuring that optimum chemical rates are being used in the fields.
• Frequently visit the field to ensure that standard procedures are being followed in all laboratory tests and measurements.
• To raise the awareness of staff to the need for correct application of various chemicals and maintain MSDS of chemical products on locations.

Qualifications

• B.Sc in Applied Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years
• A very good knowledge of oilfield chemistry and the applications and uses of generic chemicals.
• Good written/spoken English and Computer literate.

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Requirements

• A Degree in Engineering (preferred) 
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in the Oil & Gas industry
• Grow and manage Well Services business 
• Operational Forecast and revenue monitoring
• Ability to control storage, inventories of supplies and fixed assets on the rigs and in the store.

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Position Details
Production Data Management:

• Undertake Daily Tracking of all required production data & events
• Perform suitable analysis of production data & events in required formats
• Perform timely production events corrective actions follow-up & close-out
• Check the validity of plant production reporting (PDMS), monitor production shortfalls and emissions.

Production Reporting:

• Prepare accurate, reliable and timely production reports -Daily, Weekly, Monthly & Adhoc Production reporting and assist the senior accounting engineer. o Daily and Monthly Official Production reports
• HQ Reports - FORS (weekly and monthly reports)
• ExCom Monthly production forecast closure and AiBi analysis
• Monthly CF and 12 Month Rolling Forecast Brochure (internal and external)
• Flaring Reports (Daily & Weekly)
• Monthly FEI provisional production report
• Weekly and Monthly Regulatory Production Reporting (NPMS)

Production Performance Improvement:

• Technical follow-up of surface operations data and documents, in cooperation with Process Enginer and Offshore Technical Support.
• Assist in the preparation of Export Forecasts in liason with GSR; Well Performance; M&I
• Preparation of production forecast using PREVISTA / EXCEL Spreadsheet
• Participate in technical and operations analyses, audits and inspections
• Prepare support documentation for Production Performance Group meetings
• Perform optimisation and troubleshooting studies in conjunction with Offshore Technical Support team and propose improvement solutions.
• Participate in the preparation and updating of procedures and guidelines for the execution of production performance operations, taking safety and protection of the environment into consideration
• Provide technical assistance to the offshore operations team on production performance tools.
• Meter performance analysis for production data quality assessment.

Production Performance Tools:

• Posses competence in use of production performance tools - PDMS, FOI dashboard, PI, FORS, Advanced Excel & PREVISTA
• Continous improvement of in-house tools.
• Development of relevant new in-house tools.

Qualifications

• Education: BEng in Chemical or Petroleum Engineering (or equivalent)
• Professional experience: 5 year O&G production experience.
• Skills required: Good communication skills; good knowledge of surface production and treatment processes; multi-tasking ability and good computer skills
• Language: Fluent in English.

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Job Description:

• Responsible for operation of all cargo loading and discharge activities for a 12 hour shift each day.
• Coordination of all vessel movements and associated communications with the facility.
• Ensure that all operations activities do not contravene any statutes and that all work is performed safely in line with company and industry.

Requirement:

• Higher National Diploma (HND) with related training and 5 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Cryogenic Gas experience at an LPG Facility is a minimum requirement.

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• Primary Skills:
• 3D Modelling, "B.Sc Engineering, Geology, Geophysics", Subsurface, Resevoir Engineer, Well Engineering
• Description:

• Responsibilities:

  Determine and deliver the ongoing Reserves Review and Field Development Plan with the aim of maximising the asset value according to Client's corporate strategic objectives.

  Working in conjunction with the asset production and engineering team.

  Review analysed data (logs, cores, pressures & PVT) from drilled wells & production data from producing wells and update static & dynamic models to optimise field development, production and reservoir management.

  Evaluate economic attractiveness of business opportunities in designated fields, exploration acreage and production ventures and co-ordinate related technical and commercial activities.

  Represent the company externally as a technical expert on subsurface matters with government, partners and industry conventions and forums.

  B.Sc. in Engineering, Geology, Geophysics etc. (Minimum Second class upper)

• A Master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering will be an advantage.

• Minimum 15 years in E&P environment with subsurface/wells management knowledge and experience including reservoir engineering, well engineering, exploration geology, geophysics and geomatics, operations geology, production engineering and reservoir management.

• An understanding and appreciation of the capital projects and operations disciplines and how they interact with subsurface/wells function.

• Strong understanding of Field Development Planning process including interface with, and roles of process and facilities engineering and production operations.

• In-depth knowledge of 3D modelling and designing concepts.

• Membership of relevant professional bodies

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Primary Skills:

20 years-worldwide international experience

Description:

JOB OBJECTIVIES

The primary objective of this service is to ensure that the Company’s well service operations are carried out safely with minimum deferment of production and at optimum cost.

The responsibility of the advisor extends to a wide range of surface and sub-surface activities.

The WSA (Well Service Advisor) will be involved in direct or indirect supervision, or supplying technical advice to related issues.

LOCATION Lagos; however the incumbent will spend 40 – 60 % of his time in the Fields

OPERATIONS

• Run and supervise all well service operations jobs including coil tubing and other intervention jobs.
• Prepare, run and Test completion assemblies in Company’s wells and ensure correct installation of all completion equipment.
• Ensure that properly maintained equipment is available at all times for wireline activities, This includes the winches, power packs downhole tools, pressure equipment etc…
• Ensure that regular preventive maintenance procedures for wireline units, wireline equipment, X-Mass trees and associated equipment is being carried out in due time and followed up with maintenance department or outside contractors.
• To review rigless workover programs and inspect service companies equipment prior to job implementation.
• Train company supervisors of all aspects of well service work, especially planning and failure analysis, also provide expert advice to supervisors and crews to improve work practices and solve problems.
• Supervise directly all critical activities, including critical well intervention activities fishing etc
• To develop preventative maintenance proposals in line with existing Company standards and good oilfield practice, also optimize testing intervals and techniques, taking due notice of past well history.
• Ensure that all services are performed in a safe manner, to the required standard using good oilfield practice, and materials and equipment supplied will be free from defects and suitable for their intended purpose.
• Ensure that all pressure control equipment [ e.g wireline lubricators, BOPs, stuffing boxes, Martin Decker cells, chains, pulleys ect ] are included in the test and inspection programs.
• Ensure that all cranes and associated lifting slings and shackles are inspected and certified.
• Ensure that sufficient spare parts are held to allow all types and quantities of equipment to be serviced at required intervals.

PLANNING

• To integrate all request from Production, Drilling, Petroleum Engineering Departments and Wellhead Maintenance Department for well activities in all oil fields and develop a monthly well service plan designed to optimize the use of wireline resources and to minimize deferred production, This plan forms the basis of a Integrated Operations Plan.
• To collect and record data on downhole equipment performance to analyze problems and failure to identify root causes and make recommendations to prevent further loss.
• To liaise with Drilling Department on testing and preparation of completion assemblies to ensure smooth operations once the well is handed back to Production Department.
• To keep track of all ESP equipment inventories and assist in logistical handling with Support Groups.
• To ensure the availability of appropriate wireline tools gas lift valves SCSSSV equipment and spare parts.
• Provide a monthly summary report, showing all activities, progress against plan, downtime and cause, ineffective and lost time, and other information requested by the Company.
• To record all activities and keep well files up to date of changes.
• To review the existing well service procedures and provide updates of procedures to reflect current standard and work methods.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

• Ensure Company Loss Control and Safety Procedures are observed by all staff engaged in well service work.
• Together with Production Supervisor to liaise with PED when planning and implementing electric line and coil tubing operations to ensure safe and optimum coordinated work.
• The minimum required working hours according to field schedule are 12hrs day, but working hours may be extended for urgent jobs that cannot be discontinued.
• Ensure the environmental standards are observed by all staff and service companies engaged in well service work.

SKILLS REQUIRED

WSA will be selected on their experience and ability to carry out the above Scope of Work with

• 20 years-worldwide international experience in on/offshore well services operations. Experience with gas lift systems and work in high deviated and horizontal wells is essential.
• Experience in downhole completions.
•  Experience in compiling fishing programs and supervising fishing operations.
• Experience in Wireline Unit Operations.
• Full command of English language [ spoken and written ]
•  In depth knowledge of codes and standards for downhole tools as well as production wellheads and valves.
• Experience in sour gas Wireline operations and related safety procedures.
• Managerial qualifications to lead wireline and workshop crews.
• Experience in planning of wireline and well services activities.
• Experience in coil tubing operations.
• Good knowledge of Weatherford expandable sand screens.
• CV indicating training records and work history.
• Fully conversant with modern PC software applications [MS word, excel, powerpoint]

WORK ROTATION
working a 6 week on 2 week off work cycl

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Description:
Job Objective/ Purpose of Job:Responsible for the overall management of minor projects which include facility additions and modifications (brown field) both offshore (OML-123) and onshore (OML-124), and infrastructure projects (both civils and mechanical related) both on Company premises and those provided by the Company to the local community.
Department/Division/ Unit:Facilities
Location: Lagos

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Functionally Reports To:General Manager, Facilities
Administratively Reports To:General Manager, Facilities
Supervises:Senior Coordinators for Infrastructure/Community projects, Offshore Construction, Minor Projects and Onshore Construction.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Internal Asset Managers, Central Engineering, Major Projects, Project and Commercial Services, Production, Drilling and Community Relations.
• External DPR, NAPIMS (NNPC), NCDMB and Contractors.
  Job Duties/ Responsibilities/ Accountabilities
• Prepare Project Execution Plans (PEP’s) taking into account the Addax Facilities Management System (AFMS) which uses the concept of gateway reviews and formal, systematic approvals.
• Manage the contracting and procurement process by which the Company engages contractors to construct and commission facilities and infrastructure projects.
• Arrange and manage effective and adequate supervision of all stages of the construction and commissioning of facilities and infrastructure projects.
• Establish budgets for all individual projects and raise corresponding Approval-For-Expenditure Requests (AFE’s), and monitor the same.
• Establish individual project specific schedules and cost control procedures and monitor the same.
• Provide input to Technical Work Programmes and annual budgets as part of the annual business cycle.
• Provide monthly reports both on an overall consolidated project portfolio and individual project basis in accordance with Facilities reporting requirements.
• Prepare Project close out and “lessons learnt” reports as appropriate upon project/activity completion.
• Provide technical support for liaison with, and representation to, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) in respect of facilities projects.
• Liaise with Engineering Manager to coordinate engineering design work needed for all projects to be executed to assure fit for purpose designs that have been properly checked prior to progressing to the construction phase.
• Ensure full and effective implementation of Company HSE policy by own staff and by all contractors engaged in facilities and infrastructure construction work.
• Manage all regulatory and associated issues with both Nigerian (DPR) and international regulatory bodies.
• Identify strengths and weaknesses of individual staff as a basis for managing their professional development and performance. In this regard, personally Mentor two (2) Company staff.

Key Performance Indicators/ Performance Goals

• No fatalities, Zero LTI’s.
• Accurate and timely monthly reporting on status, cost and schedule (both actuals and forecast).
• All contract tendering and awards to be in place in accordance with project schedules and compliant with Company procedures.
• Full project delivery in accordance with agreed overall schedule and budget, and to level of quality as required by Company standards.
• Both NAPIMS and AFE approvals secured ahead of making commitments.
• Project Closeout reports to be issued no later than 3 months after project startup.
• Formally close-out all contracts within 6 months of project startup.
• Actively participate in developing training and career plans and mentoring of national staff.

Financial Dimensions:
Annual CAPEX Budget ranging from $US 40 – 70 million

JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education Qualification:University Degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical or Process disciplines.
Professional Qualification:Membership of a relevant Professional Institution preferred but not essential.

Experience

• 1.Minimum of 20 years experience in project, engineering and construction management (including offshore hookup and commissioning), with at least 15 years recently at project management level in the upstream oil and gas industry (both onshore and offshore).
• 2.Previous experience of working in Nigeria is preferred but not essential.
• 3. Previous experience working internationally is a prerequisite.
• 4.Managed multidiscipline teams of diverse cultural backgrounds.
• 5.Computer literate (including sound working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MSProject ).

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIREMENTS

Functional/ Technical

• Ability to deliver quality projects safely with due regard to the environment, on time and within budget.
• In-depth understanding of Project Management systems and the application thereof.
• Ability to work under pressure against tight deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of consistency, accuracy and quality is essential.
• Sound understanding of the relevant engineering codes and standards.
• Ability to manage project interfaces both internally and externally with contractors and authorities.
• Sound understanding of HSES Management systems and the application thereof, in particular HAZOP’s and safety cases.
• Apt presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex information into well structured and meaningful management reports and presentations.
• Fluent spoken and written English.

Managerial

• Good communication and team building skills – well able to lead and gain the respect of both own team members and 3rd parties.
• Ability to improvise/prioritise with little notice without losing attention to detail.
• Proven track record of managing multicultural teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to deal with a broad spectrum of cultural and organisational styles, as well as being able to lead a team.

Behavioural

• Self starter, results-driven and focussed on delivery of quality products on time and within budget.
• Able to hold own ground when challenged but can present a balanced view in putting arguments forward.

WORK CYCLE (HOURS/ DAYS):
Monday - Friday
(7.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m.)
Mon – Sat, 07:30 – 18:30 hrs is normal minimum requirement
Rotation Country base staff with annual vacation preferred.
A 6/2 rotation may be considered.

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Job Objectives

• The primary objective of this service is to ensure that the Company’s well service operations are carried out safely with minimum deferment of production and at optimum cost.
• The responsibility of the advisor extends to a wide range of surface and sub-surface activities.
• The WSA (Well Service Advisor) will be involved in direct or indirect supervision, or supplying technical advice to related issues.

Operations:

• Run and supervise all well service operations jobs including coil tubing and other intervention jobs.
• Prepare, run and Test completion assemblies in Company’s wells and ensure correct installation of all completion equipment.
• Ensure that properly maintained equipment is available at all times for wireline activities, This includes the winches, power packs downhole tools, pressure equipment, etc.
• Ensure that regular preventive maintenance procedures for wireline units, wireline equipment, X-Mass trees and associated equipment is being carried out in due time and followed up with maintenance department or outside contractors.
• To review rigless workover programs and inspect service companies equipment prior to job implementation.
• Train company supervisors of all aspects of well service work, especially planning and failure analysis, also provide expert advice to supervisors and crews to improve work practices and solve problems.
• Supervise directly all critical activities, including critical well intervention activities fishing, etc.
• To develop preventative maintenance proposals in line with existing Company standards and good oilfield practice, also optimize testing intervals and techniques, taking due notice of past well history.
• Ensure that all services are performed in a safe manner, to the required standard using good oilfield practice, and materials and equipment supplied will be free from defects and suitable for their intended purpose.
• Ensure that all pressure control equipment [ e.g wireline lubricators, BOPs, stuffing boxes, Martin Decker cells, chains, pulleys ect ] are included in the test and inspection programs.
• Ensure that all cranes and associated lifting slings and shackles are inspected and certified.
• Ensure that sufficient spare parts are held to allow all types and quantities of equipment to be serviced at required intervals.

Planning:

• To integrate all request from Production, Drilling, Petroleum Engineering Departments and Wellhead Maintenance Department for well activities in all oil fields and develop a monthly well service plan designed to optimize the use of wireline resources and to minimize deferred production, This plan forms the basis of a Integrated Operations Plan.
• To collect and record data on downhole equipment performance to analyze problems and failure to identify root causes and make recommendations to prevent further loss.
• To liaise with Drilling Department on testing and preparation of completion assemblies to ensure smooth operations once the well is handed back to Production Department.
• To keep track of all ESP equipment inventories and assist in logistical handling with Support Groups.
• To ensure the availability of appropriate wireline tools gas lift valves SCSSSV equipment and spare parts.
• Provide a monthly summary report, showing all activities, progress against plan, downtime and cause, ineffective and lost time, and other information requested by the Company.
• To record all activities and keep well files up to date of changes.
• To review the existing well service procedures and provide updates of procedures to reflect current standard and work methods.

Safety And Environment:

• Ensure Company Loss Control and Safety Procedures are observed by all staff engaged in well service work.
• Together with Production Supervisor to liaise with PED when planning and implementing electric line and coil tubing operations to ensure safe and optimum coordinated work.
• The minimum required working hours according to field schedule are 12hrs day, but working hours may be extended for urgent jobs that cannot be discontinued.
• Ensure the environmental standards are observed by all staff and service companies engaged in well service work.

Skills Required
WSA will be selected on their experience and ability to carry out the above Scope of Work with

• 20 years-worldwide international experience in on/offshore well services operations. Experience with gas lift systems and work in high deviated and horizontal wells is essential.
• Experience in downhole completions.
• Experience in compiling fishing programs and supervising fishing operations.
• Experience in Wireline Unit Operations.
• Full command of English language [ spoken and written ]
• In depth knowledge of codes and standards for downhole tools as well as production wellheads and valves.
• Experience in sour gas Wireline operations and related safety procedures.
• Managerial qualifications to lead wireline and workshop crews.
• Experience in planning of wireline and well services activities.
• Experience in coil tubing operations.
• Good knowledge of Weatherford expandable sand screens.
• CV indicating training records and work history.
• Fully conversant with modern PC software applications [MS word, excel, powerpoint].

Work Rotation:

• Working a 6 week on 2 week off work cycle.

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Position Details
General:

• Efficient management of the full lifecycle development of field
• Strategic planning of field development activities
• Preparation for field abandonment 
• Management of produced water in compliance with authorities regulations and requirements
• Facility management to minimize operational downtime
• Overall responsibility for proactive plant maintenance management
• Compliance with authorities regulations and requirements
• Ensure good communication/interface with relevant units to ensure optimal profitability of Umusadege field
• Good knowledge in reservoir engineering, drilling and petroleum economics through past experience with multidisciplinary projects.

Safety:

• Ensuring safe working practices are maintained at all times and maintaining the database
• Ensure implementation of the operational HSE Management System to ensure all staff observe standard HSE processes and operating procedures.

Cost Control and Budget Plans:

• Manages production planning against budget, forecast schedules and project control budgets
• Monitors overall project costs vs. budget including consultants, contractors / labor, materials and all other costs
• Analyse workforce requirements, overtime and other variable operational expenses
• Reports on cost variances with reasons and recommended corrective actions
• Ensures corrective actions are carried out.

Qualifications

• Graduate Engineer with minimum 10 years’ experience as reservoir engineer or production technologist of which 3 years is at senior supervisory / managerial level
• Knowledge/proficiency in the use of engineering software (equivalents will suffice) e.g. ECLIPSE, MBAL, PROSPER, WELL FLOW, PANSYSTEM, PIE, OLGA, HYSYS, PIPESIM
• Bsc  and Masters’ degree in  Engineering field
• COREN, NSE, SPE, etc.

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Responsibilities

• Determine and deliver the ongoing Reserves Review and Field Development Plan with the aim of maximising the asset value according to Client's corporate strategic objectives.
• Working in conjunction with the asset production and engineering team.
• Review analysed data (logs, cores, pressures & PVT) from drilled wells & production data from producing wells and update static & dynamic models to optimise field development, production and reservoir management.
• Evaluate economic attractiveness of business opportunities in designated fields, exploration acreage and production ventures and co-ordinate related technical and commercial activities.
• Represent the company externally as a technical expert on subsurface matters with government, partners and industry conventions and forums.

Requirements

• B.Sc. in Engineering, Geology, Geophysics, etc. (Minimum Second class upper)
• A Master’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 15 years in E&P environment with subsurface/wells management knowledge and experience including reservoir engineering, well engineering, exploration geology, geophysics and geomatics, operations geology, production engineering and reservoir management.
• An understanding and appreciation of the capital projects and operations disciplines and how they interact with subsurface/wells function.
• Strong understanding of Field Development Planning process including interface with, and roles of process and facilities engineering and production operations.
• In-depth knowledge of 3D modelling and designing concepts.
• Membership of relevant professional bodies.

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Job Objective / Purpose of Job

• Responsible for the overall management of minor projects which include facility additions and modifications (brown field) both offshore (OML-123) and onshore (OML-124), and infrastructure projects (both civils and mechanical related) both on Company premises and those provided by the Company to the local community.

Reporting Relationships:

• Functionally Reports To: General Manager, Facilities
• Administratively Reports To: General Manager, Facilities
• Supervises: Senior Coordinators for Infrastructure/Community projects, Offshore Construction, Minor Projects and Onshore Construction.

Working Relationships:

• Internal: Asset Managers, Central Engineering, Major Projects, Project and Commercial Services, Production, Drilling and Community Relations.
• External: DPR, NAPIMS (NNPC), NCDMB and Contractors.

Job Duties / Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Prepare Project Execution Plans (PEP’s) taking into account the Addax Facilities Management System (AFMS) which uses the concept of gateway reviews and formal, systematic approvals.
• Manage the contracting and procurement process by which the Company engages contractors to construct and commission facilities and infrastructure projects.
• Arrange and manage effective and adequate supervision of all stages of the construction and commissioning of facilities and infrastructure projects.
• Establish budgets for all individual projects and raise corresponding Approval-For-Expenditure Requests (AFE’s), and monitor the same.
• Establish individual project specific schedules and cost control procedures and monitor the same.
• Provide input to Technical Work Programmes and annual budgets as part of the annual business cycle.
• Provide monthly reports both on an overall consolidated project portfolio and individual project basis in accordance with Facilities reporting requirements.
• Prepare Project close out and “lessons learnt” reports as appropriate upon project/activity completion.
• Provide technical support for liaison with, and representation to, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) in respect of facilities projects.
• Liaise with Engineering Manager to coordinate engineering design work needed for all projects to be executed to assure fit for purpose designs that have been properly checked prior to progressing to the construction phase.
• Ensure full and effective implementation of Company HSE policy by own staff and by all contractors engaged in facilities and infrastructure construction work.
• Manage all regulatory and associated issues with both Nigerian (DPR) and international regulatory bodies.
• Identify strengths and weaknesses of individual staff as a basis for managing their professional development and performance. In this regard, personally Mentor two (2) Company staff.

Key Performance Indicators / Performance Goals

• No fatalities, Zero LTI’s.
• Accurate and timely monthly reporting on status, cost and schedule (both actuals and forecast).
• All contract tendering and awards to be in place in accordance with project schedules and compliant with Company procedures.
• Full project delivery in accordance with agreed overall schedule and budget, and to level of quality as required by Company standards.
• Both NAPIMS and AFE approvals secured ahead of making commitments.
• Project Closeout reports to be issued no later than 3 months after project startup.
• Formally close-out all contracts within 6 months of project startup.
• Actively participate in developing training and career plans and mentoring of national staff.

Financial Dimensions:

• Annual CAPEX Budget ranging from $US 40 – 70 million.

Qualifications

• Education Qualification: University Degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical or Process disciplines.
• Professional Qualification: Membership of a relevant Professional Institution preferred but not essential.

Experience:

• Minimum of 20 years experience in project, engineering and construction management (including offshore hookup and commissioning), with at least 15 years recently at project management level in the upstream oil and gas industry (both onshore and offshore).
• Previous experience of working in Nigeria is preferred but not essential.
• Previous experience working internationally is a prerequisite.
• Managed multidiscipline teams of diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Computer literate (including sound working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MSProject ).

Key Competencies:
Functional / Technical:

• Ability to deliver quality projects safely with due regard to the environment, on time and within budget.
• In-depth understanding of Project Management systems and the application thereof.
• Ability to work under pressure against tight deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of consistency, accuracy and quality is essential.
• Sound understanding of the relevant engineering codes and standards.
• Ability to manage project interfaces both internally and externally with contractors and authorities.
• Sound understanding of HSES Management systems and the application thereof, in particular HAZOP’s and safety cases.
• Apt presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex information into well structured and meaningful management reports and presentations.
• Fluent spoken and written English.

Managerial:

• Good communication and team building skills – well able to lead and gain the respect of both own team members and 3rd parties.
• Ability to improvise/prioritise with little notice without losing attention to detail.
• Proven track record of managing multicultural teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to deal with a broad spectrum of cultural and organisational styles, as well as being able to lead a team.

Behavioural:

• Self starter, results-driven and focussed on delivery of quality products on time and within budget.
• Able to hold own ground when challenged but can present a balanced view in putting arguments forward.

Work Cycle (Hours / Days):

• Monday - Friday: 7.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m.
• Monday - Saturday: 07:30 - 18:30 hours is normal minimum requirement
• Rotation Country base staff with annual vacation preferred.
• A 6/2 rotation may be considered.

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Position Details

• Responsible for operation of all cargo loading and discharge activities for a 12 hour shift each day.
• Coordination of all vessel movements and associated communications with the facility.
• Ensure that all operations activities do not contravene any statutes and that all work is performed safely in line with company and industry.

Requirements

• Higher National Diploma (HND) with related training and 5 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Cryogenic Gas experience at an LPG Facility is a minimum requirement.