Mechanical Technician at BGI Energy Services Limited

BGI Energy Services Ltd (formerly known as Broad Global Investment Ltd.) is a service provider to the oil and gas industry in Nigeria. The company was incorporated in 1991, aiming at curbing the technical deficiencies and hitches in construction, measurement, calibration & standardization,measuring facilities and instruments in the oil and gas sector. Our services and expertise are structured to align with a continuous improvement system to consistently provide the Oil, Gas and Energy sector with quality services which include engineering, construction & procurement, installation, instrument calibration of instruments, measurement equipment and accessories, facility automation, process control, instrumentation and drilling support services and technical manpower supply (Nigerians and Expatriates). BGI is the first local company in Nigeria to execute Steam Tracing installation in a world class project. An example of this is our performance on the Escravos Gas to Liquid (EGTL) project.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Mechanical Technician

Location: Delta

Main Functions

• The Mechanical technician role installs, tests, inspects, maintains, repairs, overhauls and calibrates mechanical equipment, ensuring the equipment is maintained in compliance with procedures and industry standards. 
• The role is also responsible for equipment safety, inventory management and ensuring the System of Record remains updated with relevant maintenance-related information.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver on work group goals, objectives and activities, understanding the operational workings of equipment, maintenance activities and processes to ensure seamless operations and minimal down time of critical equipment.
• Identifying and resolving operational and technical problems involving mechanical equipment ranging from component level items such as pumps/seals to major rotating equipment such as Gas Turbine Generators/Compressors.
• Safely executing routine and corrective maintenance and repair work
• Maintain concise equipment records such as repair plans, torque values, lube oil analysis and repair history within the system of record.
• Able to use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) – JDE Edwards E1 knowledge is desirable.
• Function as a member of the emergency response team organization (ORT and Coxswain activities).

Requirements
Qualification:

• BSc/ HND/ OND in Mechanical Engineering and related discipline
• Successfully completed training as a Mechanical technician within the Oil and Gas or petrochemical industry.
• Completed training in the mechanical craft trade/technical field e.g. Mechanical Technician, Rotating Equipment Field Service Rep. (FSR).

Experience:

• 5 – 10 years relevant post-graduation or equivalent post apprenticeship onsite experience preferably in the oil and gas industrial or engineering production company

Expertise:

• Proficiency in Rotating and Fixed Equipment: Demonstrates extensive experience with gas compressors, gas turbines, diesel engines, pumps, cranes, and heat exchangers.
• Analytical Skills: Capable of diagnosing defects in mechanical rotating and fixed equipment, formulating effective repair plans, and implementing changes in practice to prevent future failures
• Complex Defect Analysis: Skilled in conducting thorough reviews and analyses of mechanical defects, especially when issues are complex and could result in extended downtime or LPO/flaring events.
• Collaborative Approach: Effectively collaborates with leadership, subject matter experts (SMEs), and reliability analysts to develop comprehensive solutions.
• Technical Interpretation: Proficient in reading and interpreting manuals, specifications, drawings, blueprints, design manuals, and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Effective Communication: Skilled in preparing clear and concise written and verbal reports as required.
• Competent in the use of mechanical tools and equipment.
• Process Safety Expertise: Knowledgeable in identifying and assessing process safety hazards and risks, with the ability to develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Asset Integrity Management: Possesses a strong understanding of asset integrity, particularly in maintaining the integrity of dedicated systems.

Application Closing Date
11th March, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and relevant documents to: bgirecruitment2@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.