Wells Quality Specialist at ExxonMobil Corporation

ExxonMobil Corporation is one of the world’s largest publicly traded companies, an industry leader in the petroleum and petrochemical business and operates in virtually every region of the world. Mobil Producing Nigeria and Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria are affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation and have operated in Nigeria for over 60 years and form one of the largest sources of revenue for the Nigerian government and economy.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Wells Quality Specialist

Location: Lagos

Description 
What role you will play in our team:

• The Quality Specialist will be a key member of the Drilling and Completions (D&C) team, responsible for ensuring that all materials, equipment, and services meet ExxonMobil’s stringent quality standards.
• The role supports planning, execution, and assurance activities to drive flawless performance and uphold the organization's commitment to operational excellence.

What will you Do

• Develop and implement quality plans and strategies for drilling and completion projects.
• Provide subject matter expertise on quality assurance and control across drilling, completion, and well intervention activities.
• Support supplier qualification, selection, and performance management, including audits and technical evaluations.
• Perform quality surveillance activities during equipment fabrication, assembly, and testing.
• Lead or participate in root cause investigations and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, logistics, and operations teams to ensure quality expectations are understood and met.
• Maintain and enhance the Drilling and Completions Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ExxonMobil’s corporate policies and industry standards (e.g., API, ISO).
• Facilitate Lessons Learned capture and incorporate continuous improvement initiatives into quality processes.
• Provide mentorship and quality-related training to D&C teams and suppliers as required.

About you

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of quality management experience in the oil and gas industry, preferably in drilling, completions, or well interventions.
• NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems (ISO 9001, API Q1/Q2) and industry standards for drilling and completion equipment (API, ASME, NACE).
• Experience with supplier auditing, inspection, and surveillance activities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  Proactive, collaborative approach with a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  Read, write, and speak fluent English, especially as it applies to technical and business communications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
• Working knowledge of ExxonMobil Drilling and Completions Standards and Practices (or similar major operator standards).
• Experience with digital quality tools, data analytics, and root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., TapRooT®, 5-Whys, RCA).
• International and offshore project experience. 

Behavioral Skills:

• Analytical
• Communicates Effectively
• Adapts
• Applies Learning
• Collaborates
• Innovates

Application Closing Date
23rd May 2025.