Western Development Company Limited (WDCL) is an independent limited liability company, established in Nigeria for over 13 years ago. WDCL is the sole representative of various overseas companies in the fields of Information Technology, Telecommunications, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical/Electronic Engineering.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Maintenance Services Officer (Gbaran)

Location: Gbaran, Bayelsa / Rivers

Roles and Responsibilities    

• Collect and review logs of equipment parameters, identify equipment deviation outside normal operating parameters.
• Participate in preparation of work method statements, risk assessments and job hazard analysis
• Specify personal protective equipment (PPE), appropriate documentation and prepare Permit for work activity.
• Carryout site preparation tasks in readiness for maintenance activity.
• Identify and stage materials, equipment spares and tools for equipment maintenance.
• Verify isolation of energy sources in preparation for maintenance work
• Execute routine maintenance activities in line with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and company standards.
• Troubleshoot and analyze equipment faults using diagnostic tools, test devices and measuring instruments.
• Support OEM field service representatives during execution of major equipment maintenance activities.
• Conduct proper housekeeping and restore work site to a safe state after job completion.
• Identify critical spares for ordering ahead of planned maintenance activities
• Review equipment performance data post maintenance work and update equipment maintenance records
• Perform reviews of operating / maintenance procedure and maintenance job routines.
• Analyze maintenance effectiveness and productivity, propose changes to existing practices, develop and implement improvement actions.
• Support planning of mechanical scope of major / turnaround / milestone maintenance activities.
• Participate in equipment failure investigation (root cause analysis) and apply causal learning to problem solving
• Propose solutions to address the causes of undesirable equipment performance.
• Support development of credible look ahead plans for work activities
• Comply with site HSE practices and procedures.
• Participate in HSE meetings and promote site safety campaigns
• Close out all other assigned actions in line with audit findings.

Academic Qualification
Possession of any of the following Qualifications:

• HND in Engineering from accredited Polytechnics or Monotechnic
• B.Eng./B.Sc./B.Tech in Engineering from accredited University or College
• Age: 50 years
• Work Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years relevant professional engineering experience within the Oil and Gas Industry.
• A four (4) year field work experience within SPDC East Asset operations will be an added advantage.

Skills:

• Must possess the following competences
• Maintenance of Rotating Equipment – Gas & Diesel Engines, Gas Turbines, Reciprocating & Centrifugal Pumps, Gas Compressors, Air Compressors, Blowers etc.
• Knowledge of pumps, engines, compressors and other rotating equipment used within the oil and gas industry
• Evaluate and interpret equipment performance and integrity data
• Recognize and respond to abnormal conditions and take appropriate corrective action
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve common faults on rotating equipment
• Plan and conduct maintenance activities in line with recognized procedures and standards
• Apply approved procedures and standards for disassembly and reassembly of rotating equipment components.
• Plan and conduct major inspection and overhaul of equipment
• Use of the appropriate tools and equipment
• Execute condition monitoring activities using appropriate diagnostic tools
• Support equipment shutdown, start up, isolation and re-instatement as part of the maintenance process

Static Equipment Maintenance:

• Identify the various types of static equipment within the oil and gas industry
• Provide support during inspection activities i.e removal and re-instatement of static equipment
• Carryout inspection of filters/strainers and valves

General:

• Knowledge of basic mechanical tools and workshop machinery.
• Interpret machinery / equipment information from drawings, diagrams and technical manuals
• Knowledge of alignment of shafts, couplings, belts and pulleys on equipment

Soft Skills (Added advantage):

• Computer literate, ability to perform basic computer related activities
• Competent user of Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of worksite hazard management and permit to work systems
• Effective team player and ability to work in multidisciplinary team
• Good communication & presentation skills
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Ability to adapt promptly to change
• Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver work under pressure.
• Self-motivated and ability to deliver tasks under minimal supervision

Work Cycle:

• The work location is a land-field based (Gbaran Ubie integrated Gas plant) accessible via land and Air.
• Work is Port Harcourt based and you may be required to attend courses in  IA PHC or other PHC locations as advised as well as other official assignments
• The job activity period is daily on 12-hour (7am to7pm) routine over a 21-day period.
• There is a standard 3weeks on and 3weeks off schedule.
• The successful candidate will manage own absences with his/her contractor for suitable qualified covers.
• Personnel may be required to work extended hours as need may arises.

Application Closing Date
21st June, 2025.