Marine Chief Engineer Nigeria

SPIE Oil & Gas Services (part of the SPIE Group) provides a complete range of services to some of the world’s largest oil and gas companies through its network of offices in 25 countries across Africa, the Middle-East and Asia-Pacific.

Our turnover has more than doubled in the last few years thanks to the dedication of our 4,000 employees to whom we give training, recognition, and genuine opportunities for career development. In order to support this growth, SPIE Oil & Gas Services is always seeking talented individuals to join its teams. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Marine Chief Engineer

Location: Nigeria Job description

SPIE Global Services Energy is currently looking for Marine Chief Engineer to join its workforce here in Nigeria on ERHA project.

Maintenance and condition monitoring management of following systems/machineries -

Sewage system (Fwd. and Aft) Bilge Pumps and Sludge pumps DO Purifier, DO pumps, DO filters Fresh water system in FW hydrophore pumps and hydrophore tan Calorifier system- checks and maintenance Machinery space Fans Routine checks and Planned Maintenance for FRAMO SYSTEM. Danfoss valve remote control system Cargo tank COW machines and PVSVPlan and execute the ordering of spares for designated machinery for forward planning.

Oversee daily production operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Collaborate with the Marine Engineer to develop and implement marine maintenance strategies and procedures. Monitor and analyze operational performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement. Work closely with other departments, such as Construction and maintenance (crafts FET/MECH/ELE/IN), to ensure seamless collaboration in closing Class Conditions and observations of Maintenance. Plan and prepare for Class and Flag inspections in close coordination with Marine Advisor on shore. Communicate effectively with senior management and other stakeholders regarding operational performance and improvement initiatives. Maintaining the forward and Aft Machinery spaces in clean and safe conditions. Doing weekly/Monthly safety/operational checks for Marine machineries. Planning of jobs for the Marine Engineer on daily basis and review of daily work done Timely acting and planning to improve marine machinery performance in consultation with Maintenance Supervisor and Marine Advisor. Maintain system integrity across cargo tanks, ballast systems, deck piping, and marine equipment ensuring leak-free and safe operation Provide mentorship and coaching to operations team members to enhance their skills and knowledge Develop and implement training programs to ensure continuous professional development. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Keep self-updated on PSMS, JD and company policies.  

Competency Assessments: Conduct regular competency assessments for Marine Motorman and crew.  Mentorship Engagement: Must be self-motivated and driving the marine maintenance team to achieve common company goals.

Work Management System Utilization: Effectively use the work management system to plan, schedule, and execute marine system/machinery maintenance and operational activities. Energy Isolation Management: Ensure proper implementation of energy isolation procedures during maintenance and shutdown activities. Performance Metrics: Monitor and analyse key machinery metrics, such as breakdown pattern/ rates, equipment efficiency, and maintenance opportunities optimization.

Improvement Initiatives: Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the marine maintenance and operation processes. Cost Savings: Achieve cost savings through process optimization and waste reduction. Innovation: Encourage and track innovative ideas and solutions from team members and share with Chief Engineer.

Profile

Technical degree for Mechanical/ Marine Engineering 15+ years’ experience in ships operations and maintenance. Strong leadership and team-building skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. In-depth knowledge of shipping industry regulations and best practices. Proficiency in marine operations and controls, operational management software and tools. Expertise in work management systems and energy isolation management. Experience in developing and implementing competency frameworks. Able to bring Marine Experience onboard FPSO in order to improve marine systems maintenance  and operations. Class 1 Co with proven track record of marine Chief engineer role with actively leading team. Analytical Thinker: Ability to analyse complex marine operational data and make informed decisions. Problem Solver: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing effective solutions. Mentor: Passionate about developing others and fostering a learning environment. Safety-Conscious: Committed to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace.

Maintenance Supervisor: Daily updates on operational/maintenance performance, safety compliance, and team development. Collaborate on developing and implementing marine maintenance strategies and improvement initiatives.

Marine Advisor: Regular interaction to collaborate, plan, and support in daily operations and maintenance plans development. Marine Hull Operators: Guidance to ensure smooth and efficient control of production processes and adherence to safety protocols. Follow up Operations to execute all physical isolation/deisolation at the hull deck and machinery spaces, incl.

What can we offer you?

Work for an international Group with operations on every continent, Experience a wide variety of professions within several activities:

Outdoor networks and street lighting Information and communication systems Nuclear power Maintenance Oil and gas HVAC engineering Electrical engineering Mechanical engineering

Working in energy and the environment.

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