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: Operations Technician
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Mission / Purpose of the Job
The Operations Technician role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of production facilities and associated assets.
The Operations Technician supports day-to-day production activities, routine and minor non-routine maintenance, and operational monitoring to ensure optimal performance of oil, gas, and power generation facilities.
The role ensures compliance with HSE standards, operating procedures, and production targets while maintaining asset integrity and operational excellence.
Job Responsibilities
Operator of flow station, gas stations and associated assets in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with stipulated guidelines.
Execute routine production and maintenance operations and minor non-routine production and Maintenance activities as directed by his Team Leader.
Measure, validate, and report production volumes accurately.
Ensure that wells are tested and sampled as per the requirements of the reservoir management, validate and report the results.
Execute the set programmes of minor routine equipment services as set out in the facility Manuals and Work Practices.
Participate in monthly CASHES meeting and daily toolbox meeting.
Execute recommendations from performance improvement of individual assets
Perform functional test of asset to ensure integrity in conjunction with team leader.
Diagnose and rectify upsets in the plant or facilities.
Carry out routine first line maintenance checks on all plant and process equipment.
Where applicable, operate the NAG wells and monitor wells performance monthly through well testing.
Take requested samples for analyses, take and record field data requested for general monitoring of plant performance.
Operate plant-safeguarding systems located in the field.
Maintain good housekeeping within the plant areas.
Isolate and depressurize process equipment for maintenance as directed
Job Specifications: Minimum & Preferred Requirements
Education / Business Degree:
OND or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Trade Test Certificate, City & Guilds, or recognized vocational/technical training in plant operations or process technology is an added advantage.
Valid certifications in HSE, Permit-to-Work Systems, First Aid, or Firefighting are preferred.
OEM training or OEM-related certifications (e.g., compressors, turbines, control systems) will be an added plus.
Work Experience:
Minimum of 8 years’ hands-on field experience in oil & gas operations, especially in production, process, or field operations.
Competencies, Skills & Attributes
Knowledge:
Oil and gas separation processes and production operations.
Flow assurance, metering systems, and chemical dosing processes.
Plant automation and control systems (SCADA, DCS).
Shutdown, isolation, pigging operations, and flare systems.
HSE regulations, risk assessments, and safe work practices.
Skills:
Plant and process operation
Equipment monitoring and troubleshooting
First-line maintenance execution
Data collection and reporting
Interpretation of P&IDs and process flow diagrams
Communication and teamwork
Problem-solving under field conditions
Housekeeping and operational discipline.
Behavioral Attributes:
Strong safety consciousness
High level of discipline and reliability
Attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure
Team-oriented and cooperative
Adaptable and resilient
Physically fit and willing to work rotational shifts