ISSOW Operator at Felton Energy Services Limited (FESL)

Felton Energy Services Limited (FESL) is an indigenous oil & gas procurement, operation and maintenance company in Nigeria. The company was established to supply global customers with Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial and Engineering Products, on time and at the most competitive prices. FESL has unrivalled commitment to the Oil & Gas Industry and has gained support of the leading manufacturers which ensures our solutions are at the forefront oftoday’s technology.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: ISSOW Operator

Location: Rivers
Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role

• We are seeking diligent and safety-conscious ISSOW Operators to support the field implementation of the Integrated Safe System of Work (ISSOW) during routine operations, maintenance tasks, and shutdown/turnaround activities.
• This role is essential in ensuring that all work is conducted in accordance with safety protocols and permit requirements on site.
• The Company is a Gas Manufacturing Company engaged in the production of Liquefied Natural Gas, based on Bonny Island, Rivers State, Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities
Permit-to-Work Monitoring:

• Ensure that work permits are properly displayed, adhered to, and closed out appropriately.
• Assist with coordinating the isolation and revalidation process for work permits.
• Participate in toolbox talks and field-level hazard assessments.

Field Safety Surveillance:

• Conduct regular job site checks to confirm permit compliance and safe work practices.
• Provide immediate reporting of unsafe conditions or non-compliance to the ISSOW Supervisor.
• Support frontline technicians and contractors with permit understanding and implementation.

Shutdown and Maintenance Support:

• Participate in plant shutdowns, maintenance campaigns, and routine operations by providing
• permit assistance and monitoring.
• Coordinate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure work is carried out safely and in
• line with permit stipulations.

Recordkeeping & Compliance:

• Maintain logs of permit activities and safety observations.
• Support in preparing documentation for audits and ISSOW-related reviews.
• Contribute to promoting a safe work culture and continuous improvement in safety compliance.

Desired Skills & Competencies:

• Sound understanding of Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems and site safety protocols.
• Good communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with teams in the field.
• Proactive, observant, and safety-focused.
• Team player with a strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail.

Required Experience:

• 3–7 years of experience in an oil & gas operations, maintenance, or safety-related role.
• Previous ISSOW or PTW experience in a plant or shutdown environment is preferred.

Required Qualifications

• OND / HND or relevant technical qualification in Engineering, Safety, or a related field.
• Certification in ISSOW, PTW systems, or HSE practices is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: wendy@feltonenergy.net using the Job Title as the subject of the email.