Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical at Hobark International Limited (HIL)

Hobark International Limited (HIL) is the parent company of the Hobark group operating in the oil and gas industry. The company was incorporated in 1998, starting as a staffing agency based in Port Harcourt. Currently we have offices in 4 countries with our head office in Lagos.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Permanent/Full time

Job Description

• Develop and implement maintenance strategies and schedules for all mechanical equipment, including pumps, compressors, turbines, pipelines, valves, heat exchangers, and other mechanical systems.
• Conduct regular inspections, predictive, and preventive maintenance to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues, providing rapid solutions to minimize operational interruptions.
• Develop and implement reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) programs to enhance asset integrity and extend equipment life.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) of mechanical failures and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Assist in planning, budgeting, and execution of mechanical maintenance projects, including shutdowns, turnarounds, and upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (API, ASME, ISO, etc.), local regulations, and environmental requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in mechanical maintenance that is in line experience in static and rotating equipment such as Pumps, generators, instrument Air Compressors. compressors scrubber, KOD, pressure vessels etc.
• Certification in maintenance management (e.g., Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional - CMRP) is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems commonly found in upstream oil and gas operations, including rotating and static equipment.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as API, ASME, NACE, and ISO related to mechanical equipment maintenance and integrity.
• Strong experience with CMMS (e.g., SAP, Maximo) and proficiency in scheduling software.
• Proven track record in resource management, work order management, and planning of preventive and corrective maintenance.
• In-depth understanding of maintenance processes and equipment in oil and gas production facilities.
• Knowledge of rotating and static equipment, electrical systems, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.