EGTL Console Operator - Fischer Tropsch (FT) Unit

About the Role

Chevron is the third-largest oil producer in Nigeria and a leading investor in the energy sector, offering exceptional career opportunities across onshore, swamp, and deepwater assets in the Niger Delta and beyond. We are currently seeking a dedicated professional for the Escravos Gas-to-Liquids (EGTL) Console Operator role within our Fischer Tropsch (FT) Unit. In this position, you will play a vital role in maintaining safe, reliable, and optimal plant operations by monitoring advanced conversion systems and collaborating closely with our multidisciplinary technical and field teams.

• Operate and monitor the EGTL console to execute the daily shift plan, safely managing equipment start-ups, shutdowns, and process conditions within established operating limits.
• Respond promptly to operational changes, process upsets, and emergencies by applying comprehensive technical knowledge and established safety protocols.
• Collaborate with maintenance and technical teams to ensure process systems and control devices function efficiently and support optimal equipment availability.
• Report abnormal conditions and equipment deviations, following through to resolution and participating in the development of operating procedures.
• Complete routine console duties meticulously and ensure thorough, effective shift handovers for continuous operational safety.

• Hold a Higher National Diploma or a University degree from a recognized institution.
• Possess a minimum of five years of experience as a qualified Field Operator in a refinery, gas plant, or similar complex process facility.
• Successfully completed a specific unit or Area Formal Operator Training Program (FOTP) and Qualification Review Board (QRB) requirements.
• Demonstrate strong expertise in process safety hazards identification, risk assessment, and effective mitigation strategies.
• Hold relevant certifications such as OPITO or equivalent industry-recognized craft credentials, which will be considered a distinct advantage.

• Competitive salary and compensation package aligned with industry standards in the Nigerian energy sector.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Continuous professional development through world-class technical training and career advancement opportunities.

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