Console Operators (Gas Circuit, Refining & Utilities)

Who We Are

Chevron Nigeria Limited (“CNL”) is a leading integrated energy company. CNL operates under a joint venture arrangement with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited. CNL and its affiliates in Nigeria have assets on land and in near offshore regions of the Niger Delta, and interests in non-operated fields as well as extensive interests in deep water operations in Nigeria.

CNL upholds integrity, trust, diversity, and ingenuity as a company and among its employees. We strive to provide equal opportunities to all qualified individuals in our recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

CNL subscribes to the principles outlined in the Chevron Way values which express our vision “to be the regional energy company most admired for its people, partnership and performance.”

Are you a qualified professional desiring to make a difference? Do you share our values and are ready to contribute to a dynamic and innovative team? We invite interested and qualified Nigerians to apply and become part of a highly valued CNL team.

Your journey towards a rewarding career starts here!

Job Description Summary

The EGTL Console Operator is responsible for the following:

• The refinery which includes the Hydrocracker, Hydrotreater, and fractionator systems, as well as the Hydrogen production unit and tank farm systems.

• The gas circuit units encompass the Air Separation Unit (ASU), Auto Thermal Reformer (ATR), and Fischer Tropsch (FT) Technologies.

• The utilities units include steam generation systems, water treatment and polishing plants, and power generation plants.

The role of Console Operator is central to safe and reliable operations in EGTL facility. As a member of a larger operations team, the console operator controls and monitors GTL conversion plants in the Product Work up and Gas circuit areas as well as Utilities generation and distribution in the entire EGTL facility. 

This role ensures processes function within safe operating conditions while taking necessary actions to maintain reliable operations in the facility. Routine collaborations with other operating units and maintenance stakeholders are necessary in this position. The strict use of relevant procedures to execute work, and regular team communications are normal to this function. 

Key Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors EGTL console to deliver daily shift plan, perform start-ups,and controlled shutdown of equipment in assigned area.

• Responds and manages plant process upsets and emergencies by applying requisite knowledge and relevant competencies. 

• Works with Technical team to ensure that different processes and control devices function as intended toward safe, reliable and efficient plant operations.

• Develops and review operating and emergency procedures in assigned area.

• Reports abnormal conditions and equipment deviations within operating area and follow through to ensure optimum availability of process equipment.

• Conducts Operator routine duty and complete shift turnover notes.

What You Will Bring

Experience

• At least 5 years qualified field operator experience in a refinery or similar complex process facility is required.

Qualification

• HND/BSc or Equivalent certificate in any Engineering discipline.

• Successfully completedspecific unit or Area Formal Operator Training program(FOTP) and fully qualified (QRB) as a unitoperator for specific plant technology in a refinery or similar complex process facility.

Expertise

• Knowledgeable in process safety hazards, assesses process safety risks, anddevelops mitigation strategies.  

• Ability to communicate effectively and understand the importance of feedback in communication.

Additional Considerations

• Good understanding of asset integrity, especially with process equipment and can demonstrate principles of operator care through effective Operator Routine Duties (ORDs).  

• Offshore Petroleum Industry Training Organization (OPITO) certification or similar industry recognized craft certification is an advantage.

What We Offer

• A competitive compensation package including medical benefits, health andwellness support. 

• A strong, diverse and global workforce and work practices. 

• An innovative and inclusive workplace. 

• Professional and personal development opportunities. 

Posting closes on Thursday, October 17 at 11:59 p.m.

Please Note​:

Information about this recruitment process is strictly as published in this job details or our advert in the national newspapers. We do not request any form of payment from applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. Any information that may be required from applicants will be made only through this application portal.