Seplat Energy Plc is a leading indigenous Nigerian oil and gas exploration and production company with a strategic focus on Nigeria, listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange (“LSE”) (LSE:SEPL) and Premium Board of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (“NSE”) (NSE:SEPLAT).
Seplat Energy is pursuing a Nigeria focused growth strategy and is well-positioned to participate in future divestment programmes by the international oil companies, farm-in opportunities and future licensing rounds. We are leading Nigeria’s energy transition towards cleaner, more reliable energy that is accessible to all.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Machinery Engineer
Job Reference: 507
Location: Akwa Ibom
Employment type: Full-time
Division: SEPNU Production
Department: OP technical Surface
Overall Purpose of the Job
- Provide engineering support and reliability analysis for rotating equipment, including compressors, pumps, turbines, motors, and auxiliary systems.
Principal Accountabilities
- Develop and implement machinery maintenance and reliability plans.
- Conduct performance analysis, condition monitoring, and troubleshooting of rotating equipment.
- Collaborate with operations to assess equipment condition changes and manage risks.
- Monitor reliability metrics and drive improvements in machinery availability.
- Support major equipment upgrades, overhauls, and modifications.
- Coordinate with OEMs and service providers for quality repairs and spare parts management.
- Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis and recommend cost-effective solutions.
- Perform vibration analysis, thermography, lubrication studies, and reliability testing.
- Ensure compliance with machinery design, operational, and safety standards.
Requirements
Education:
- B.ENG in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
Skills:
- Strong technical expertise in machinery engineering, supporting the operation, maintenance, and reliability of rotating equipment in production facilities.
The ideal candidate must meet the following requirements:
- At least a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of Second-Class Upper Division (2.1) in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechatronics Engineering or related disciplines.
- Candidates need a minimum of 8 years’ experience in machinery reliability & maintenance in oil and gas.
- Knowledge of design standards, specifications, codes, and safety criteria for rotating equipment.
- Certification in areas such as API, ISO, ASME, or other machinery-related professional societies.
- NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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