Foreman / Lead Welder / Fitter at BGI Energy Services Limited

BGI Energy Services Limited (formerly known as Broad Global Investment Limited) 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: Foreman / Lead Welder / Fitter

Location: Warri, Delta
Employment Type: Contract

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise and lead a team of welders and fitters, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure that all team members are working safely and efficiently.
• Project Planning and Coordination: Plan and coordinated welding and fabrication projects, including reviewing blueprints and specifications, estimating materials and labour requirements, and scheduling work.
• Quality Control: Ensure that all welding and fabrication work meets quality standards, including inspecting work, identifying defects, and implementing corrective actions.
• Safety Management: Ensure that all welding and fabrication work is performed safely, including implementing safety procedures, conducting safety training, and enforcing safety regulations.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure that all welding and fabrication equipment is properly maintained, including performing routine maintenance tasks, troubleshooting equipment issues, and scheduling repairs.
• Communication and Collaboration: Communicate and collaborate with other departments, including production, quality, and maintenance, to ensure that all projects are completed efficiently and effectively.
• Training and Development: Provide training and development opportunities for team members, including mentoring, coaching, and training programs.

Requirements

• HND, B.Tech or B.Eng in Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience: Have 5 -10 years of experience in welding and fabrication work, including experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Leadership and Supervisory Skills: Possess strong leadership and supervisory skills, including the ability to motivate and direct team members
• Trade Qualification: Hold a recognized trade qualification in welding and fabrication, such as a certificate or diploma in welding and fabrication or a related field.
• Technical Knowledge: Possess a strong technical knowledge of welding and fabrication processes, including shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).
• Responsible for setting up and dismantling rigging for loading and offloading equipment and materials. Ensures load safety and compliance with industry standards.

Application Closing Date
11th March, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and relevant documents to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.