Chief Electrician (Offshore & Permanent) at an Oil and Gas Company - Corporate Headhunters Limited

Corporate Headhunters Limited - Our client is one of the leading indigenous providers of swamp drilling rig services to E and P companies in the Oil and Gas Industry in Nigeria with a good track record of safe and efficient service delivery.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Electrician (Offshore & Permanent)

Location: Lagos
Reports To: Electrical Supervisor or Maintenance Supervisor/Chief Engineer.
Supervises: Supervises the Electricians.

Job Description

• We are currently looking for a Chief Electrician for our client. This is a permanent position with our client for the operations on their rigs offshore.

Job Summary

• Responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of all electrical equipment onboard the rig.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily inspections and maintenance on electrical equipments are carried out.
• Ensure that the permit to work system is in place and followed.
• Participate in the effective management of the Preventive Maintenance System (PMS) – ensure all records are maintained on a timely basis.
• Carry out periodic maintenance according to the PMS guidelines and coordinate same with supervisor and other department heads.
• Operate, maintain and repair power generation and distribution equipment, i.e. generators and engine controls, SCRs, switchgears, transformers, etc.
• Maintenance and repair general rig equipment such as HVAC system, refrigeration plants, power and communication systems, lighting, etc.
• Carry out maintenance and repair on electrical components of drilling equipment, i.e. Driller’s console, DC drilling motors and auxiliaries, Top Drive System, draw works, mud pumps, etc
• Carry out maintenance and repair on electrical components of marine equipment, i.e. thruster motors and auxiliaries, ballast pumps, control panels, cranes, etc.
• Perform and interpret power calculations, power factor, insulation tests, and positive relay tests as required.
• Study and understand electrical schematics and logic diagrams as required.
• Gather data from instruments interpret past and present performance to understand trends and ensure problems are solved.
• Maintain an adequate supply of spares in order to fulfil maintenance requirements and facilitate a safe and efficient operation – generate requisitions as required.
• Inform supervisor and other department heads of any technical problems or limitations that may affect the safe operation of the rig.
• Implement the outstanding recommendations from audits, as issued by Clients, Regulatory Authorities or rig management.
• Ensure that reports for repair and maintenance of equipment are accurate and complete.
• Assist in supplying information for maintenance and repair budget.
• Communicate equipment problems or breakdown information via direct supervisor to Field Support Group.

EHSQ:

• Demonstrate commitment to Company safety policies through leadership and guidance.
• Actively participate in weekly safety meetings and pre job meetings as required.
• Report any incidents, potential hazards or abnormal situations to the Electrical Supervisor or Maintenance Supervisor/Chief Engineer and other department heads.
• Prepare Job Safety Analysis for hazardous situations.
• Ensure a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping is maintained onboard the rig.
• Assist in reviewing and updating the current safety case in consultation with rig and shore-based management.

Personnel:

• Meets the training requirements as per the applicable training matrix.
• Mentor, develop and train crew members to ensure they are competent to work at their next job level.
• Ensure that all subordinates have the necessary skills and experience to fulfil their assigned tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Prepare annual performance appraisal for all subordinates. Recommend promotions or disciplinary action up to and including discharge.
• Supervise and guide crew members in their On the Job Training (OJT) program.
• Maintain discipline onboard and ensure compliance with Company disciplinary procedures

Qualification/Requirements

• Electrical Engineering degree or High School Diploma.
• Work experience and demonstrated ability of oral and written communication skills.
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates.
• Knowledge of all technical calculations required for electrical operation of the drilling unit and basic computer skills.

Application Closing Date
13th March, 2020.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@chhng.com Let the subject of the mail be “Chief Electrician”

Note: This position is open to Nigerian nationals. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.