Port Engineer at Nestoil Plc

Nestoil Plc was incorporated in Nigeria in 1991 for the provision of Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) services to the energy and oil & gas industry. Since then, Nestoil has grown to become the leading indigenous EPC provider for major IOCs (International Oil Companies) in Sub-Saharan Africa like National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Shell, Exxon Mobil, Chevron, Total, etc.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Port Engineer

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We’re on an evolutionary journey where we’re changing our story. We are looking to hire an experienced Port Engineer to join our diverse team in our Company.
• In this role, you will work closely with our Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and   departments across the Group.
• The primary role of the Port Engineer appointed by the Company is to ensure the full technical readiness and optimum performance of our vessels in meeting the service commitments of our customers and clients. also, to work within any necessary commercial and budgetary constraints to ensure our vessels are operated safely, remain in a safe and seaworthy condition in accordance with Classification Society and Flag State requirements and meet all necessary regulatory standard.

Responsible for

• Coordinating and controlling the supply of spare parts and necessary vessel equipment.
• Providing guidance and solutions to technical issues to ensure the full technical readiness and optimum performance of the vessels in meeting the service commitments of the company.
• Providing a leading role and technical expertise in the event of an emergency response situation.
• Promoting safety and safe working practices as an operational necessity.
• Providing effective communication across all levels within the company to inform of significant operational/technical issues that impact on the availability of vessels.
• Planning, coordinating and monitoring maintenance programmes and dry-docking.
• Keeping proper operational records.
• Inspecting regularly the vessels regarding compliance with Safety, Environmental Protection and Hygiene as per International Safety Management Code requirements.
• Assisting the crew during cases of trouble-shooting.
• Being constantly aware of the situation of the vessels, the maintenance status and the repairs needs of the vessels on a short, medium and long term basis.
• Developing the annual technical department budget.
• Arranging for closure of deficiencies found in vetting, PSC Inspections, Charterers inspections, P&I Club surveys, etc.

What are we looking for?

• A Degree from a Nautical Institution (Certificate of Competency STCW Regulation III/2). M.Sc. is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years seagoing experience as an engineering officer with a minimum of 2 in the rank of chief engineer on tankers.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Technical Superintendent in a shipping company or classification society.
• Good decision making and leadership skills.
• Ability to effectively manage, work and deal with people from multiethnic background.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and good organizational skills.
• Highly motivated and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Commitment to work outside office hours.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools.
• Language proficiency and good communication skills both written and verbal.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.