Mechanical Maintenance Lead at a Reputable Oil & Gas Company - Ellasot Consulting

Ellasot Consulting - Our client, a reputable Oil & Gas company, is seeking a competent, detail-oriented candidate to join its operations team in the capacity below:

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Lead

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of mechanical equipment and systems.
• They plan and execute maintenance activities, troubleshoot faults, and implement improvements to minimize downtime and extend equipment life in industrial, manufacturing, or production environments.
• This role is suited for professionals with Mechanical & Maintenance experience within the Oil and gas servicing sector who can effectively minimize downtime and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure mechanical systems reliability & availability by leading maintenance of all mechanical systems, including Gas Turbines (GT), Balance of Plant (BOP), auxiliaries, etc
• Optimize MTBF and MTTR through proactive and predictive maintenance practices
• Oversee routine preventive & corrective maintenance planning and execution.
• Support initiatives to improve MTBF and reduce MTTR.
• Review, approve, and implement maintenance designs, work scopes, and method statements
• Close all Trouble Memos within defined timelines
• Manage third-party vendors and contractors in line with contractual obligations and technical standards.
• Develop and manage maintenance budget & ensure cost optimization.
• Ensure compliance with safety, statutory regulations, and OEM recommendations.
• Responsible for team leadership & capability development – plan & optimize manpower, materials, and contract resources as well as conduct performance reviews of team members
• Ensure continuous improvement and periodic reporting
• Undertake any other task or duties as assigned

Requirements

• HND / BSc Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 3-7 years of experience in the Engineering field and the power industry.
• In-depth knowledge of power plant mechanical systems (GT, BOP, pumps, valves, compressors, diesel engines)
• Expertise in modern maintenance practices (RCM, TPM, condition-based maintenance)
• Root cause analysis and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of spares and inventory management systems.
• Familiarity with modern maintenance management practices and spares inventory control.
• Ability to review engineering designs, method statements, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of safety, environmental, and quality
• Good manual dexterity and attention to details
• Leadership competencies
• Undertake any other assigned tasks.
• Professional certification – COREN is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Intersted and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: frontdeskellasot@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail. 

Note: Candidates who are resident in, or willing to relocate to Port Harcourt, will be considered.