About the Role
Sterling Oil Exploration & Production Company Limited (SEEPCO) is a prominent player in the petroleum exploration and production sector, operating globally across six continents and maintaining a strong footprint in Nigeria since 2006. We are currently expanding our operations and seeking an experienced Senior Operator for Ammonia Operations to join our dynamic team in the Niger Delta region. In this pivotal role, you will serve as the technical anchor in both the central control room and the field, ensuring the safe, efficient, and optimized performance of our ammonia plant.
Key Responsibilities- Operate and monitor the ammonia plant via DCS console, managing process variables across reforming, shift conversion, CO2 removal, methanation, and synthesis sections.
- Execute start-ups, shutdowns, rate changes, and emergency responses under the direction of the Shift Supervisor.
- Perform first-line troubleshooting of process upsets, equipment malfunctions, and control system alarms.
- Coordinate field operations, verify field readings, and validate instrument performance.
- Maintain accurate shift logs, production reports, and operations records.
- Support catalyst handling awareness, equipment isolation, and line-breaking activities under Permit to Work (PTW).
- Train and mentor junior operators and DCS trainees to foster team growth.
- Drive energy efficiency, steam balance optimization, and emissions reduction initiatives.
- HND or B.Sc. in Chemical, Process, or a related engineering discipline.
- 6 to 10 years of hands-on operations experience, with significant exposure to ammonia or syngas plant operations.
- Hands-on expertise with DCS console operations, ammonia synthesis fundamentals, and process safety systems (SIS/ESD).
- Strong understanding of steam systems, gas turbines, centrifugal compressors, and refrigeration units.
- Excellent communication, situational awareness, and decision-making skills under high-pressure conditions.
- Added Advantage: Experience with urea plants, familiarity with the Nigerian regulatory environment, and OEM process training.
- Highly competitive salary complemented by shift allowances, performance bonuses, and 13th-month pay.
- Comprehensive family-inclusive HMO, life insurance, and disability coverage.
- Accommodation and housing support, dedicated transportation, and duty meals.
- Structured shift rotations with planned leave cycles and clear career progression paths.
- World-class exposure working with international OEM technologies and global best practices.
- Commitment to a safety-first culture backed by industry-leading HSE systems.