Rope Access Technician - Level 2 at BGI Energy Services Limited

BGI Energy Services Limited is an Indigenous engineering, procurement, construction, maintenance and asset integrity management company operating in the Nigerian oil and gas industry with essential local participation and increased local content.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Rope Access Technician - Level 2

Location: Warri, Delta
Employment Type: Contract

Responsibilities

• Perform rope access activities under the supervision of Level 3 Rope Access Technicians on offshore facilities (e.g., FPSO, drilling rigs) to carry out maintenance, inspections, and repairs in hard-to-reach areas.
• Rig and install rope access systems and equipment in compliance with offshore safety and operational standards.
• Assist with tasks such as equipment inspections, structural repairs, and other maintenance activities requiring access at height or in confined spaces.
• Conduct minor troubleshooting and basic maintenance on equipment during inspection or repair operations.
• Assist in emergency rescue operations as required, following established safety protocols.
• Maintain records of rope access activities, equipment inspections, and safety checks.
• Follow risk assessments and safety protocols in performing tasks.
• Report any unsafe working conditions, equipment issues, or incidents to the RAT Level 3 or supervisory personnel.

Qualifications
Rope Access Skills:

• Proficient in rigging rope access systems, including anchoring, rope installation, and other techniques necessary for safe work at height.
• Ability to use rope access to perform tasks such as painting, maintenance, inspections, or installing equipment.

Mechanical Skills (Optional):

• Basic mechanical or electrical knowledge for maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.

Safety Awareness:

• In-depth understanding of offshore safety procedures, risk assessments, and emergency response protocols.
• Familiar with offshore rescue techniques, and able to assist in rescue operations if needed.

Physical Fitness:

• Ability to work in physically demanding conditions, at height, and in confined spaces for extended periods.
• Fitness and health standards are required for working offshore and handling rope access equipment.

Documentation and Reporting Skills

• Capable of maintaining accurate records of tasks completed, inspections performed, and equipment used.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding the status of tasks.
• IRATA Level 2 certification (or equivalent) for rope access technicians.
• Offshore safety certification (e.g., BOSIET, HUET).
• Medical Certificate for offshore work (e.g., fitness to work in confined spaces and at heights).
• 5 years of experience as a Rope Access Technician Level 1 or 2, preferably in offshore or industrial environments.
• Previous experience in offshore operations, including working on FPSOs, rigs, or other oil and gas platforms is highly desirable.

Application Closing Date
12th December, 2024.