Instrument Technician 3 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: Instrument Technician 3

Location: Warri Delta
Employment Type: Contract

Project Overview

• The Instrument Technician will be responsible for the installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems at the EGTL refining and utilities plant units located in Escravos, Delta.
• The technician will ensure optimal performance of process control systems to maintain safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations.

Objectives:

• Ensure continuous Maintenance, reliability and safe operation of instrumentation systems in EGTL utilities plant and Product work up units.
• Minimize downtime through proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
• Support plant operations by maintaining accurate and reliable measurement and control systems.
• Comply with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

     Scope of Services
Installation & Commissioning:

• nstall, configure, and commission field instrumentation including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters.
• Install and calibrate control valves, actuators, and positioners.Assist in loop checking and functional testing of control systems during commissioning.
• Interpret and implement instrument loop diagrams, P&IDs, and wiring schematics.Maintenance & CalibrationPerform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on instrumentation and control systems.
• Calibrate instruments using standard calibration equipment and procedures.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure compliance with ISO and plant standards.Replace faulty components and ensure minimal disruption to operations.
• Troubleshooting & RepairsDiagnose faults in instrumentation systems including PLCs, DCS, SCADA, and field devices.
• Repair or replace defective components and ensure proper functionality.
• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical teams to resolve cross-disciplinary issues.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, calibration certificates, and equipment history.
• Update instrument databases and asset management systems.
• Prepare technical reports and contribute to root cause analysis for equipment failures.

Compliance & Safety:

• Adhere to all site safety protocols and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with local and international standards (e.g., IEC, ISA, API).
• Participate in safety audits, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.

Continuous Improvement:

• Recommend upgrades or replacements for obsolete or underperforming instruments.
• Participate in reliability improvement initiatives.
• Support training and mentoring of junior technicians.

    Deliverables:

• Fully functional and calibrated instrumentation systems.
• Maintenance and calibration logs.
• Fault diagnosis and resolution reports.
• Updated documentation (P&IDs, loop drawings, instrument index).
• Compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

 Duration:

• Initial contract duration: 12 months, renewable based on performance and project needs.
• Work schedule: Rotational shift (e.g., 14/14 or 21/7) depending on operational requirements.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in calibration and maintenance of field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level).
• Knowledge of PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems (e.g., Siemens, ABB, Honeywell, Yokogawa).
• Have experience with ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP and SMART by GEP)
• Familiarity with control valve operations and configurations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Educational Requirements

• National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), or bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or related field.

Relevant Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in instrumentation within oil & gas, petrochemical, or utility plants.
• Experience in hazardous area instrumentation and ATEX-rated equipment.
• Proven track record in preventive and corrective maintenance programs.

Compulsory:

• Instrumentation Certification (e.g., ISA Certified Control Systems Technician – CCST).
• HSE Certification (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA).
• Valid Offshore Survival Certificate (BOSIET or HUET).
• Electrical Safety Certification.

Preferred:

• Vendor-specific training (e.g., Siemens, Emerson, Yokogawa).
• Calibration and Metrology Certification.
• Confined Space Entry and Working at Heights Certification.

     Tools & Equipment:

• Calibration tools (e.g., HART Communicator, multifunction calibrators).
• Multimeter, loop calibrators, pressure gauges.
• Laptop with relevant software (e.g., PLC programming tools, DCS configuration software).
• PPE as per site safety standards.

Performance Metrics:

• Equipment uptime and reliability.
• Response time to faults and breakdowns.
• Compliance with maintenance schedules.
• Safety performance and incident-free operations.
• Quality of documentation and reporting.

Application Closing Date
2nd November, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their cover letter and CV to: bgirecruitment2@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.