Reliability Specialist

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

This role leads equipment reliability improvement efforts for assets associated with oil and gas extraction, processing and shipment.  Leverages industry standards, reliability work process to investigates root causes of equipment failures.

Develops failure modes and effects for equipment and establishes key performance indicators which benchmarks equipment performance against world-class standards in reliability and availability.  Analyzes data, performs reliability studies and trains/mentors operations and maintenance personnel in reliability work processes.  

Key Responsibilities

• Implements and oversees predictive maintenance programs by utilizing data analysis and condition monitoring techniques (vibration analysis, thermography, and ultrasonic testing) to forecast equipment failures and schedule timely maintenance. 

• Extracts and analyzes data from various sources, including operational performance metrics, to drive reliability improvements. Manages equipment health indicators and performance metrics, such as Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR).

• Conducts root cause analysis to identify sources of equipment failures. 

• Identifies equipment failure modes and effects/consequences. 

• Develops equipment specific asset strategies using reliability centered maintenance principles.

• Establishes metrics that measures equipment performance improvement. 

• Creates and implements reliability plans that improves equipment performance.  

• Manages and utilizes a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), specifically JDE Edwards E1, to streamline maintenance operations. 

What You Will Bring

Experience

• 5 - 15 years relevant post-graduation or equivalent post apprenticeship onsite experience preferably in the oil and gas industrial or engineering production company. 

Qualification

• BSc/ HND (Second Class Honours, Upper Division/Upper Credit) in Engineering. 

• Successfully completed training as a maintenance technician within the Oil and Gas or petrochemical industry.  

• Completed training in the maintenance craft trade/technical field e.g. Mechanical Technician, Rotating Equipment Field Service Rep. (FSR).

Expertise

• Experienced in using root cause analysis techniques such as Why-Tree, TapRoot, and 5-Why as well as Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), Risk-Based Inspection (RBI), Failure Modes and Effect Analysis (FMEA), Single-Point Vulnerability and other reliability tools. 

• Knowledgeable in process safety hazards, assesses process safety risks, and development of mitigation strategies.   

Additional Considerations

• Applicable professional certifications 

• Technical proficiency 

• Ability to work in a team, collaborate, build relationships and interfaces effectively cross functionally.  

• Good understanding of oil and gas processing principles, equipment functions, asset integrity, and inspection techniques. 

• knowledge of JDE Edwards E1 Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)  

What We Offer

• A competitive compensation package including medical benefits, health and wellness 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 17th, at 11:59 p.m.

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