Business Development / Technical Sales Officer (Rivers) at the Oiltest Group

The Oiltest Group is a group of companies based in Nigeria providing oilfield services to oil producing companies among other services. The Group currently has only one operational office located in Port Harcourt while it has a liaison office in Lagos. Its corporate Headquarters is located at Plot 312 Danjuma Drive, Trans Amadi Industrial Layout, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The parent company - Oiltest, as a fully indigenous organization commenced operations in 1992.

The company started with activities including fluid sampling, production testing, electronic data acquisition, slickline services, and PVT laboratory services. By 1999, Oiltest had expanded its range of services to include well analysis services, coiled tubing & nitrogen services. In 2005, it added filtration services. Also by entering into strategic alliances, Oiltest is also able to provide Permanent downhole gauges services, completion tools & accessories.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development / Technical Sales Officer

Job Reference: BDTSO–PH/25/05
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Job type: Full-time
Job Level: Experienced

Key Tasks

• Develop working relationship with clients on technical, operational and commercial matters.
• Monitor and communicate client requirements to operational heads and Top Management at all times.
• Develop negotiating strategies and positions by studying integration of new venture with company strategies and operations; examining risks and potentials; estimating partners/Client’s’ needs and goals.
• Closes new business deals by coordinating requirements; developing and negotiating contracts; integrating contract requirements with business operations.
• Protects organizations’ value by keeping information confidential.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Enhance organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Go for clients meetings as required.
• Coordinate and Monitor Tenders, bids as well as technical and commercial information relevant to clients and needed by the operations department.

Qualification and Experience

• Strong HND or Degree in Petroleum, Chemical, Mechanical or Oil & Gas Engineering.
• At least 7 years practical experience in upstream industry (Oil and Gas) in business development.
• Market Knowledge, Presentation Skills, Energy Level, Professionalism.
• Experience in business management, planning, financial oversight, personnel management and financial management.
• Demonstrate experience in dealing with clients and interested parties. Exhibit key skills within this area.
• Sound problem solving ability.
• Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in contract management and measurement.

Personal Attributes:

• Good oral and written communication
• Energetic and self-motivated
• Ability and readiness to work extra hours
• Attention to detail. Accuracy of work. Thoroughness
• Trusted by others. Listening skills. Openness and honesty.

Application Closing Date
6th June, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Application Documents

• Government-Issued Birth Certificate
• CV-Maximum 2 pages
• Degree Certificate
• NYSC Discharge Certificate.

Note

• An application must be submitted once, as duplication will automatically lead to disqualification.
• Only qualified and experienced candidates will be shortlisted for consideration.
• Only those experienced in upstream industry in oil and gas and listed qualifications above should apply for this role.