About the Role
Fortis Engineering Services is a premier, solutions-driven company dedicated to serving Africa’s vibrant energy, oil and gas, and mining industries. With deep expertise spanning civil construction, asset integrity, maintenance, procurement, fabrication, installations, and operations and maintenance, we deliver every project with precision, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to safety. We are currently looking for a skilled and motivated Third Engineer to join our maritime and engineering operations in Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities- Operate, monitor, and maintain heavy-duty onboard and land-based equipment, including auxiliary engines, generators, and industrial pumps.
- Maintain diligent engine-room watches to ensure safe and efficient machinery operation in compliance with company and industry standards.
- Assist senior engineering staff with scheduled overhauls, routine maintenance, and emergency repairs of mechanical systems.
- Conduct thorough daily inspections of machinery spaces, recording performance metrics and reporting anomalies immediately.
- Support asset integrity initiatives by participating in safety drills, environmental compliance checks, and hazard identification.
- Handle procurement requests for spare parts and maintain accurate inventory logs for engine-room supplies.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional technical teams to minimize equipment downtime and optimize operational performance.
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or relevant certification in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Valid STCW certification and relevant maritime or industrial engineering licenses.
- Proven experience operating and maintaining generators, pumps, and auxiliary engine-room equipment.
- Strong understanding of safety protocols and maintenance best practices within the oil, gas, or maritime sectors.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to mechanical problem-solving.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding industrial environment.
- Physical fitness and the ability to work in challenging offshore or remote operational settings.
- Competitive salary package structured to reflect industry standards and experience.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
- Continuous professional development, specialized technical training, and career progression opportunities.
- Harness hands-on experience working with cutting-edge engineering assets in Africa's leading energy sector.
- Dynamic, safety-first corporate culture that values resilience, innovation, and teamwork.