Rope Access Technician Level I 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: Rope Access Technician Level I

Location: Warri, Delta
Employment Type: Contract

Main Functions

• Perform rope access activities under the supervision of Level 2 Rope Access Technicians on offshore facilities (e.g., FPSO, drilling rigs) to carry out maintenance, inspections, and repairs in hard-to-reach areas.
• Rig and install rope access systems and equipment in compliance with offshore safety and operational standards.
• Assist with tasks such as equipment inspections, structural repairs, and other maintenance activities requiring access at height or in confined spaces.
• Conduct minor troubleshooting and basic maintenance on equipment during inspection or repair operations.
• Assist in emergency rescue operations as required, following established safety protocols.
• Maintain records of rope access activities, equipment inspections, and safety checks.
• Follow risk assessments and safety protocols in performing tasks.
• Report any unsafe working conditions, equipment issues, or incidents to the RAT Level 2 or supervisory personnel.

Skills and Qualifications
Documentation and Reporting Skills:

• Capable of maintaining accurate records of tasks completed, inspections performed, and equipment used.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding the status of tasks.
• IRATA Level 1 certification (or equivalent) for rope access technicians.
• Offshore safety certification (e.g., BOSIET, HUET).
• Medical Certificate for offshore work (e.g., fitness to work in confined spaces and at heights).
• 2 - 5 years of experience as a Rope Access Technician Level 1 or 2, preferably in offshore or industrial environments.
• Previous experience in offshore operations, including working on FPSOs, rigs, or other oil and gas platforms is highly desirable.

Rope Access Skills:

• Proficient in rigging rope access systems, including anchoring, rope installation, and other techniques necessary for safe work at height.
• Ability to use rope access to perform tasks such as painting, maintenance, inspections, or installing equipment.

Mechanical Skills (Optional):

• Basic mechanical or electrical knowledge for maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.

Safety Awareness:

• In-depth understanding of offshore safety procedures, risk assessments, and emergency response protocols.
• Familiar with offshore rescue techniques, and able to assist in rescue operations if needed.

Physical Fitness:

• Ability to work in physically demanding conditions, at height, and in confined spaces for extended periods.
• Fitness and health standards are required for working offshore and handling rope access equipment.

Application Closing Date
11th March, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and relevant documents to: bgirecruitment2@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.