Shift Supervisor

Job Title: Shift Supervisor - Ammonia Operations

Our Client: A Leading Oil & Gas / Petrochemical Manufacturing Enterprise

Location: Akwa Ibom

Job Type: Full-Time | Shift Roster

Experience Level: Senior Management / Supervisory (8 - 15+ Years)

About the Role

People2profit is proudly partnering with a top-tier Oil & Gas and Petrochemical client to recruit a highly experienced and decisive Shift Supervisor with Ammonia Operations experience

Reporting to the Plant Manager / Production Superintendent, the Shift Supervisor will take full command of the Ammonia production plant during their assigned shift. You will be the ultimate authority on shift safety, operational efficiency, and team leadership, directing a team of Console (DCS) Operators, Field Operators, and Shift Technicians. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in the Haber-Bosch process, high-pressure chemical systems, and a proven track record of leading teams in a major fertilizer or petrochemical facility.

Key Responsibilities

Shift Leadership & Team Management:

• Take full command of the Ammonia plant operations during the shift, providing direct leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Control Room (DCS) Operators and Field Operators.
• Conduct comprehensive shift handover meetings, ensuring seamless transition of plant status, ongoing issues, safety alerts, and maintenance activities.
• Manage shift schedules, evaluate operator performance, and foster a culture of continuous learning, technical excellence, and operational discipline.

Ammonia Plant Operations & Optimization:

• Oversee the safe and efficient operation of all Ammonia plant sections, including Primary/Secondary Reformers, Syngas Compression, CO2 Removal, Methanation, and the Ammonia Synthesis Loop.
• Direct the execution of complex plant start-ups, normal shutdowns, and Emergency Shutdowns (ESD) in strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor daily production targets, analyze process trends, and guide the control room team in optimising energy consumption, steam balance, and catalyst performance to minimize the cost of production.
• Interpret complex laboratory results and online analyzer data to make high-level process adjustments and ensure product specification compliance.

Health, Safety, Environment & Process Safety (HSE & PSM):

• Act as the ultimate safety authority for the shift, ensuring zero harm to personnel and zero environmental incidents.
• Enforce strict compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM) guidelines, including the management of Management of Change (MOC), Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA).
• Approve high-risk Permits to Work (PTW), verify Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) isolations, and authorize critical line breaks or equipment handovers to maintenance.
• Lead the shift’s response to any process upsets, gas leaks, or emergency scenarios, acting as the On-Scene Commander until the Plant Manager or Emergency Response Team assumes control.

Cross-Functional Coordination & Maintenance:

• Collaborate closely with Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation maintenance teams to plan and execute routine maintenance, troubleshoot equipment failures, and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Coordinate with the supply chain and utilities departments to ensure the uninterrupted availability of raw materials (Natural Gas, Demin Water, Instrument Air) and utilities (Steam, Power, Cooling Water).
• Participate in Turnaround Maintenance (TAM) planning, execution, and post-shutdown commissioning activities.

Requirements & Qualifications

• OND/HND/B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering (or a closely related engineering discipline). COREN registration is highly desirable.
• 10 to 15+ years** of continuous operations experience in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or Fertilizer industry.
• A minimum of 8 to 15 years of hands-on experience specifically in Ammonia / Urea / Fertilizer plant operations.
• At least 3+ years in a supervisory, lead, or Shift Charge Engineer role within a control room environment.
• Mastery of the Ammonia synthesis process (Haber-Bosch), thermodynamics, and high-pressure/temperature chemical reactions.
• Proficiency in modern DCS/SCADA systems (e.g., Honeywell Experion, Yokogawa CENTUM, Emerson DeltaV) and advanced process control (APC) concepts.
• Strong ability to read and interpret complex P&IDs, PFDs, Cause & Effect matrices, and logic diagrams.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial HSE standards, Process Safety Management (PSM), and emergency response protocols. (HSE Levels 1-3, PSM, and Emergency Response certifications are mandatory).
• Exceptional crisis management skills, decisive leadership under pressure, strong conflict resolution abilities, and excellent cross-departmental communication.

What We Offer

• 1,000,000 - 1,500,000 (Based on level of depth in exposure to ammonia operation
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
• The opportunity to lead operations at one of Nigeria’s premier Oil & Gas / Petrochemical facilities.
• Continuous professional development and exposure to world-class process technologies.

How to Apply

Qualified and interested candidates should forward their updated CVs, along with a brief cover letter detailing their specific leadership experience in Ammonia/Fertilizer plants, to [email protected] with the subject line: "Shift Supervisor – Ammonia Operations".

People2profit is an equal opportunity recruitment partner. Please note that only candidates who meet the strict Ammonia supervisory experience criteria will be contacted for the initial screening.

Pay: ₦1,000,000.00 - ₦1,500,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• This role is strictly for candidates with ammonia plant exposure. Do you have ammonia operations experience?
• Kindly check the salary budget. Does your salary expectation fall within the given range?
• What is your notice period?

Work Location: In person