DEEPWATER OPERATOR

MAIN FUNCTIONS

• Start up, operate, monitor, optimize, and shut down process and utility systems safely and efficiently.
• Monitor and maintain process parameters including level, flow, temperature, pressure, and other operating conditions within approved limits.
• Operate offshore production facilities in accordance with company, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor production, optimize flow rates, minimize downtime, and maintain production targets.
• Operate and troubleshoot surface production equipment including compressors, pumps, generators, wellhead equipment, and associated safety systems.
• Monitor hydrocarbon processing systems, utilities, liquid and gas pipeline systems, and downstream production equipment.
• Conduct well tests, sampling, production measurements, and related activities; review results and take appropriate action.
• Maintain discharge water quality in accordance with applicable company and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor electrical and hydraulic control panels, Emergency Shutdown (ESD) systems, Fire & Gas systems, and other safety-critical equipment.
• Test, calibrate, maintain, and inspect production and safety equipment as required.
• Witness third-party calibration activities and verify meter factors and production volumes where applicable.
• Perform export oil meter proving and maintain accurate production measurement records.
• Complete daily production reports, well test reports, operational records, and other required documentation.
• Ensure all mandatory documentation required by the company, client, and regulatory agencies is accurate, current, and properly maintained.
• Apply and remove equipment and process isolations to facilitate maintenance activities in accordance with approved isolation procedures.
• Work within Permit to Work (PTW), Toolbox Talk, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and Risk Assessment requirements.
• Identify operational hazards and advise maintenance personnel and contractors on safe working practices.
• Maintain clear and effective communication during production and maintenance activities.
• Coordinate facility logistics and support the movement of personnel, materials, equipment, and supplies as required.
• Control and monitor the activities of vendors and subcontractor personnel working within the assigned area.
• Handle and apply production chemicals in accordance with approved procedures and safety requirements.
• Troubleshoot operational problems and take appropriate corrective action to maintain safe and reliable production.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems within assigned competency.
• Support platform start-up activities and respond effectively to abnormal and emergency operating conditions.
• Test safety devices and ensure required inspection and regulatory records are complete and up to date.
• Ensure all activities are performed in a safe, environmentally responsible, and competent manner.
• Provide personnel under their authority with the necessary tools, equipment, and information to perform work safely and effectively.
• Delegate daily jobs and routines to personnel under their supervision and monitor task execution.
• Maintain effective working relationships with operations, maintenance, engineering, logistics, vendors, and other stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in offshore production operations, field operations, or a related oil and gas environment.
• N/SVQ, HNC, HND in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent technical qualification.
• Proven experience operating hydrocarbon processing systems and associated utilities.
• Strong knowledge of wellhead, production, separation, pumping, compression, and downstream processing equipment.
• Knowledge of liquid and gas pipeline operations, maintenance, and emergency response.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot compressors, pumps, generators, and other surface production equipment.
• Knowledge of process control parameters including pressure, temperature, flow, and level.
• Understanding of PTW systems, equipment isolation, JSA, Toolbox Talks, and Risk Assessment processes.
• Knowledge of Fire & Gas, Emergency Shutdown, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other process safety systems.
• Ability to conduct well tests, production monitoring, sampling, meter proving, and production reporting.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory, environmental, and safety requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other production reporting systems.
• Ability to complete production-related computer work and maintain accurate operational records.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, delegation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively offshore and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe, environmentally responsible, and reliable production operations.

Pay: ₦240,000.00 - ₦300,000.00 per day

Work Location: In person