Ralds & Agate (R&A) is an Organizational Effectiveness Firm focused on providing People and Process related solutions to businesses, communities and organizations within and outside Africa. We bring to the table a versatile & cumulative business and professional experience of over 4 decades. Multifaceted industry experience across Oil & Gas, Research & Technology, Hospitality, Manufacturing, Financial services etc. We work to support C suite clients to ensure that they derive value from their very valuable asset: their Employees. We are focused and committed towards building partnerships and mutually beneficial long term relationships with our clients.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Facilities Lead
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Mission / Purpose of the Job
The Facilities Lead oversees and manages brownfield and greenfield facilities and infrastructure projects from concept development through execution and close-out.
The Facilities Lead ensures that all facilities are designed, constructed, commissioned, and operated safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory, technical, and HSE standards.
The role provides technical leadership across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities to support optimal production efficiency and long-term asset integrity.
Job Responsibilities
Lead and manage the planning, design, construction, and commissioning of facilities projects—both greenfield (new developments) and brownfield (modifications and upgrades to existing facilities).
Ensure engineering designs are safe, efficient, cost-effective, and in compliance with local and international codes, regulations, and best practices.
Oversee contractors and vendors during project implementation, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are consistently met.
Coordinate closely with drilling, production, operations, and HSE teams to ensure all facilities support optimal production efficiency and operational safety.
Serve as the primary technical contact for all facility-related issues throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead project risk assessments, quality assurance reviews, and implement mitigation plans where necessary.
Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including JV partners, regulatory bodies (e.g., DPR/NUPRC), host communities, and service providers.
Prepare and present project reports, including progress, risk analysis, CAPEX/OPEX updates, and technical recommendations to executive management.
Champion a culture of operational excellence, continuous improvement, and safety compliance across all facilities projects.
Job Specifications: Minimum & Preferred Requirements
Education / Business Degree:
Candidate must possess minimum qualification of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering.
Must be COREN certified (Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria).
PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable.
Membership of NSE, SPE, AACE, or other relevant professional bodies is an advantage.
Work Experience:
Minimum of 15 years’ post-qualification experience in oil & gas facilities engineering.
At least 5 years’ experience in senior facilities engineering or facilities lead role.
Demonstrated experience managing both greenfield and brownfield facilities projects in upstream operations.
Competencies, Skills & Attributes:
Knowledge:
Oil & gas facilities design, construction, and commissioning.
Project management methodologies, budgeting, scheduling, and cost control.
Nigerian Oil & Gas regulations, standards, and permitting requirements.
Risk management, quality assurance, and HSE best practices.
Facilities lifecycle management and asset integrity principles.
Skills:
Facilities project leadership.
Engineering & technical problem-solving.
Project planning & execution.
Contractor & vendor management.
Risk assessment & mitigation.
Budgeting & cost control.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Primavera P6, MS Project, Navisworks.