Pre-Commissioning Assistant at Oilserv Limited

Oilserv Limited is a leading provider of integrated engineering, procurement, construction, installation & commissioning (EPCIC) services and complementary solutions across the asset and program life cycle within the onshore, offshore and subsea market segments of the oil and gas sector. Oilserv Limited was incorporated in 1992 and commenced operations in 1995.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Pre-Commissioning Assistant

Location: Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Pre-Commissioning Assistant shall assist in the execution of plans, scheduling and execution of strategies towards pre-commissioning and safe start-up of the completed project.
• To supervise different discipline teams during pre-commissioning and commissioning activities

Job Details

• Implements and executes the Pre-commissioning/ Commissioning and start-up plan for the tasks he /she is assigned to.
• Executes the follow up of PC&C&SU activities, on a defined area/unit/plant or group of systems.
• Assists in the Performance of the static and dynamic tests and generate the associated report sheets and ensures they are available for hand over teams.
• Assures that all PC&C activities under his / her control are duly performed in accordance with the stated procedures, in conformity with the safety rules and as per the instructions of Pre-commissioning Lead
• Prepares and generates the pre-commissioning procedures on Home office and on site for review and approval.
• Manages the construction subcontractor's Pre-commissioning and Commissioning team assigned to him/her.
• May lead the work of some Pre-commissioning and Commissioning operators and vendors during the pre-commissioning and commissioning task as part of a team.
• Perform tasks assigned by the project commissioning Lead, related to the preparation and execution of the pre-commissioning, commissioning and startup activities, interface with engineering disciplines, construction personnel, vendors and subcontractors.
• Monitors physical installations to ensure that work is installed in accordance with drawings, project specifications, and applicable codes during construction works
• Assist in the verification and close out of all system punch lists prior to hand over.
• Executes part of the detail plan & Procedure for Pre-commissioning Work execution
• Assists in the preparation for Pre-comm. with construction team Instruction, supervision & witness
• Assists in water flushing, Steam Blowing, Air Blowing, hydrotest, pigging, gauging, intelligent pigging, drying and purging activities of the pre-commissioning from the receiver end according to applicable codes and standards
• Carries out system line up Instruction, supervision & witness
• Assists in mechanical equipment running tests, either in execution or in witnessing.
• Driving safe practices within the work place and preparation of method statements and risk assessments
• Co-ordinates and controls the work carried out by the teams and vendor representatives, following applicable procedures, codes and standards.
• Participates in finding solutions to problems encountered during the performance of the work in the area of responsibility, ensuring the good use and maintenance of equipment and tools available.
• Drafts and submits for review daily progress reports to the pre-commissioning lead of the pre-commissioning and commissioning works.
• Directly responsible for preservation, storage, stock count and issuance of pre-commissioning and commissioning spares, equipment etc approved by the pre-commissioning lead.
• Directly responsible for the follow up on maintenance, preparation for mobilization and readiness status of pre-commissioning and commissioning equipment, tools and consumables
• Provides detailed report to the pre-commissioning lead on shortfalls, defects and issues surrounding pre-commissioning equipment, consumables and tools planned for works.
• Liaises with the asset team on repairs to equipment and tools
• Liaises with the Supply chain team on the expedited procurement and supply of pre-commissioning tools, equipment and consumables
• Participates in the review of project documents and development of pre-commissioning work method statements and procedures as assigned by the pre-commissioning lead.
• Manage all other pre-commissioning and commissioning project duties as assigned by the Pre-commissioning lead

Requirements

• B.Eng. Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Process) 
• Professional membership an added advantage. 
• Minimum of 6 years experience.

Benefits

• Great work culture and multiple opportunities for growth and self-development. 
• 18 days of annual leave, excluding federal public holidays. 
• Health Insurance coverage. 
• Monthly employer pension contribution. 

Application Closing Date
6th March, 2026.