Seplat Energy Plc is a leading indigenous Nigerian oil and gas exploration and production company with a strategic focus on Nigeria, listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange (“LSE”) (LSE:SEPL) and Premium Board of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (“NSE”) (NSE:SEPLAT).
Seplat Energy is pursuing a Nigeria-focused growth strategy and is well-positioned to participate in future divestment programmes by the international oil companies, farm-in opportunities and future licensing rounds. We are leading Nigeria’s energy transition towards cleaner, more reliable energy that is accessible to all.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Asset Integrity Engineer
Job Reference: 504 Location: Lagos
Employment type: Full-time
Division: SEPNU Production
Department: OP technical Surface
Overall Purpose of the Job
As part of the Integrity team, you will support asset integrity by monitoring facility conditions, planning inspections, and implementing risk-based failure prevention strategies.
The successful candidate will leverage their deep expertise in subsurface evaluation to enhance reservoir understanding, optimize hydrocarbon recovery, and unlock greater value from the assets through data-driven insights and strategic decision-making.
Responsibilities
Reservoir fluid characterization and field studies.
Material balance and reservoir simulation.
Performance forecasting and depletion planning.
Reservoir surveillance and production optimization.
Opportunity generation and evaluation.
Subsurface characterization and depletion planning.
Workover and drillwell evaluations.
Volume forecasting, economic analysis, and reserves assessment.
Conduct subsurface and commercial studies to advance development opportunities.
Maintain and update dynamic reservoir models; identify long-term constraints.
Define reservoir design bases for projects.
Develop and revise Field Development Plans (FDPs).
Principal Accountabilities
Assess asset integrity using risk-based techniques and set performance benchmarks.
Identify and manage integrity risks; implement preventive and corrective actions.
Design and execute inspection programs aligned with standards and regulations.
Lead corrosion control, inspection, and performance monitoring initiatives.
Drive improvements through automation, digital tools, and emerging technologies.
Conduct proactive corrosion surveillance and track integrity indicators.
Maintain and prioritize integrity concerns for maintenance planning.
Support Root Cause Failure Analysis and recommend sustainable solutions.
Provide expertise in materials, inspection, welding, NDT, and failure analysis.
Collaborate with coatings, corrosion, and repair teams for integrated solutions.
Requirements
Education:
B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering
Skills:
Strong knowledge of pressure equipment design standards and safety criteria; self-motivated and effective in managing reliability, maintenance, and troubleshooting within a team.
The ideal candidate must meet the following requirements:
At least a Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of Second-Class Upper Division (2.1) in Metallurgical, Materials, Corrosion, Mechanical, Chemical or related disciplines.
At least 8 years of relevant experience in the oil and gas sector.
Minimum of 8 years providing technical support in facilities or asset integrity.
Skilled in corrosion management, pressure vessel evaluation, risk-based inspection, and fixed equipment strategies.
Familiar with industry codes, standards, and safety practices.