Plant Manager – Oil & Gas at Worknigeria | Jobs in Nigeria

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Job Title: Plant Manager – Oil & Gas

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Role

• The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, and strategic planning of the construction plant and equipment used in oil and gas projects.
• This role ensures optimal performance, safety compliance, and cost-efficiency of all plant operations, supporting the successful execution of construction activities in line with project timelines and industry standards.

Job Duties
Operational Management:

• Manage the deployment, operation, and maintenance of heavy equipment and machinery at construction sites.
• Ensure plant and equipment availability aligns with project schedules and requirements.
• Monitor plant performance metrics and implement improvements to increase efficiency.

Maintenance Management:

• Manage the process of equipment pre-mob; calibration and recertifications with relevant authorities.
• Develop and oversee preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of equipment and facilities.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and supervise plant personnel including mechanics, operators, and technicians.
• Provide training and development to ensure high skill levels and safety awareness.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Budget & Cost Control:

• Manage plant-related budgets, including procurement of spare parts and consumables.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or quality.
• Track and report on plant-related expenditures and KPIs.

Logistics & Coordination:

• Coordinate with project managers, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and mobilization of equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, maintenance, and inventory.

Reporting and Data Management:

• Prepares timely and accurate internal and external plant progress reports.
• Maintain Project plant and equipment schedule and cost updates
• Develop a robust data base for all plant and equipment related information in ways that the data available will be useful for analysis and insights.

Implement and enforce QHSE policy:

• Manage the Plant process defined as part of the ISO 9001 certification and carry out all the actions necessary for its optimization, for the conduct of internal / external audits.
• Respect and enforce the procedures defined in the quality process.
• In liaison with the Quality Department and HSE, ensure the maintenance and development of certifications with the organizations concerned.
• Ensure compliance with HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) regulations and company safety policies.

Skills:
Functional:

• Experience with ERP systems related to asset and maintenance management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Extra Skills:

• Strong knowledge of heavy equipment used in oil and gas construction (e.g., cranes, excavators, compressors).
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Familiarity with industry safety standards and environmental regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Qualifications / Requirements
Education Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in plant or equipment management within the construction or oil and gas industry.