Heavy Earth Moving Machine (HEMM) - Technicians at Sterling Oil Exploration & Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO)

Sterling Oil Exploration & Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO) is an indigenous company that ventured into the Exploration and Production (E&P) business in the year 2005.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Heavy Earth Moving Machine (HEMM) - Technician

Location: Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Delta, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Slots: 20

Key Responsibilities
Inspection & Diagnostics:

• Conduct routine inspections on heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, graders, and dump trucks
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment
• Identify wear and tear, leaks, or potential failures before breakdown occurs

Maintenance & Servicing:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HEMM equipment
• Change engine oil, filters, hydraulic fluids, and other consumables
• Lubricate moving parts and ensure optimal machine performance
• Follow OEM maintenance schedules and standards

Repairs & Overhauls:

• Repair or replace faulty components such as engines, transmissions, brakes, and hydraulic systems
• Carry out major overhauls and rebuilds of engines and machine components
• Troubleshoot and fix electrical and electronic control systems

Hydraulic & Electrical System Management:

• Maintain and repair hydraulic systems including pumps, valves, and cylinders
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults in wiring, sensors, and control panels
• Ensure proper calibration and functioning of machine systems

Safety Compliance:

• Adhere strictly to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies
• Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times
• Ensure machines are safe to operate before releasing them for use

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections
• Prepare service reports and update maintenance logs
• Report recurring issues and recommend improvements

Equipment Testing & Commissioning:

• Test equipment after repairs to ensure proper functionality
• Assist in commissioning of new or overhauled machines
• Monitor machine performance during operation when required

Spare Parts & Inventory Support:

• Identify and request required spare parts and tools
• Ensure proper handling and storage of parts
• Support inventory control and stock management

Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with operators, supervisors, and engineers
• Provide technical support and guidance to machine operators
• Assist in training junior technicians when necessary

Field Support:

• Attend to breakdowns on-site or in remote locations
• Provide quick and effective troubleshooting under pressure
• Ensure minimal downtime of equipment.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications with proven work experience.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2026.