Operator at a Leading Oil and Gas Company - Michael Stevens Consulting

Michael Stevens Consulting - Our client, a leading player in the Oil and Gas sector, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Operator

Location: Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• Our client is currently seeking a diligent and safety-conscious Operator/Loader to join their operations team.
• This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering or science graduate with practical exposure to petroleum product handling to build a rewarding career in the downstream oil and gas industry.

What You Will Do

• Load and offload petroleum products (PMS, AGO, DPK, etc.) safely and accurately in line with SOPs.
• Operate loading arms, pumps, hoses, meters, and terminal equipment efficiently.
• Verify loading orders, product specifications, and supporting documentation prior to each operation.
• Monitor product quantities and ensure accurate measurement during transfer to trucks, tankers, or vessels. Conduct pre- and post-loading vehicle and equipment inspections, identifying and reporting defects. Ensure proper sealing, labelling, and documentation of all loaded products.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and hazard-free loading bay at all times.
• Promptly report spills, leaks, equipment faults, or safety incidents to the shift supervisor.
• Participate in routine maintenance checks, HSE drills, and safety toolbox meetings.
• Maintain accurate shift reports, loading logs, and other operational records. Requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.Eng) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering, Sciences, or a related discipline — or its equivalent.
• 1 – 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the downstream oil and gas sector or a similar industrial environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to give and receive instructions clearly.
• Strong work ethic with a consistent record of reliability and punctuality — essential for shift-based operations.
• Working knowledge of terminal facilities, loading machinery, pumps, flow meters, and related equipment.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety protocols, permit-to-work systems, and company standard operating procedures.
• Familiarity with DPR/NUPRC guidelines and downstream HSE standards is an added advantage. Physically fit and comfortable working in an outdoor industrial environment, including night and weekend shifts.

Application Closing Date
8th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their  CV and a brief cover letter to: ms.consulting@live.com using “Operator– Port Harcourt” as the subject of the email.