Engineering Planner at OCO Industrial Service Limited (Delta & Rivers)

OCO is a Nigerian company incorporated on 27th January 1995 with registration number RC 264319 as an integrated industrial services company. Our specialities include fabrication and installation; civil works; maintenance and installation of marine navigational communication system, electrical and instrumentation works, project management, well service, supply and installation of power and distribution transformers, labour outsourcing, quality management and inspection services, leasing and maintenance of welding machines, sales of air compressors, air tools, ancillary equipment and accessories.

We are accredited by Nigerian Institute of Welding (NIW) as an Authorized Training Body (ATB) for training, certification and recertification of welders and fitters to international standards. The company is an accredited product and service agent of MILLER, AEC TECHNOLOGY & E.H.WACHS (ITW Companies) and SULLAIR compressors, Heat Treatment Machines, Pipe Machining Tools, air tools, accessories and consumables respectively. OCO is also a major distributor for HOBART & BOHLER Electrodes, PHOENIX Electrode Stabilizing Ovens, and Jackson Safety Products. OCO processes are carried out under QMS ISO 9001:2015.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Engineering Planner

Locations: Port Harcourt - Rivers and Delta
Employment Type: Contract

Job Description

• The Engineering Planner develops detailed work plans, schedules, and resource requirements for engineering projects and maintenance activities.
• They coordinate with engineers, technicians, contractors, and other stakeholders to optimize productivity, minimize downtime, and ensure efficient execution of work.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain engineering and maintenance schedules.
• Prepare detailed work plans, job packages, and project timelines.
• Estimate labor, materials, equipment, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, procurement, and maintenance teams.
• Monitor project progress and update schedules as work progresses.
• Identify schedule risks, delays, and resource conflicts, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare cost estimates and support budget planning.
• Ensure materials, spare parts, and equipment are available before work begins.
• Maintain planning and maintenance records in computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Generate progress reports, performance metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. .
• Participate in project review meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial, or related discipline).
• Relevant professional certifications are an advantage.
• Experience in engineering planning, maintenance planning, or project coordination.
• Knowledge of project management principles and scheduling techniques.

Required Skills:

• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Time management and multitasking abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documents.
• Good report-writing and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.

Application Closing Date
28th July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: ocoph@ocogroup.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.