SENIOR MECHANIC JOB AT OCEAN DEEP DRILLING ESV NIGERIA LIMITED | MECHANIC JOBS IN NIGERIA

About Company:

Ocean Deep Drilling ESV Nigeria Limited (ODENL) - A joint venture partnership company which was formed by an indigenous provider of drilling rig services and a leading international drilling company that has created a world-class drilling company and is poised to deliver exceptional value to the exploration and production companies operating in Nigeria.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Senior Offshore Hydraulic Mechanic to join our offshore engineering team. This role requires a specialist with deep expertise in the diagnostics, maintenance, and overhauling of complex hydraulic and mechanical systems used in the Oil & Gas industry. You will be responsible for ensuring the reliability of critical offshore equipment, ranging from cranes and winches to subsea control units. This is a high-pressure, rotational offshore position that demands a veteran who can troubleshoot high-pressure systems while maintaining a strict focus on safety and environmental protection.

Requirements:

1. Hydraulic System Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

• Root Cause Analysis: Perform advanced troubleshooting on complex hydraulic circuits to identify and rectify pressure drops, leaks, or mechanical failures.

• Component Overhaul: Lead the disassembly, repair, and reassembly of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, and cylinders.

• Circuit Verification: Read and interpret complex hydraulic schematics to execute precision repairs and system modifications.

2. Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

• Equipment Reliability: Execute scheduled maintenance on heavy-duty offshore equipment, including cranes, drawworks, and tensioning systems.

• Fluid Analysis: Monitor and maintain hydraulic fluid quality, ensuring cleanliness standards (ISO 4406) are met to prevent system contamination.

• Structural Integrity: Inspect and maintain associated mechanical components, ensuring all moving parts are lubricated and aligned.

3. Offshore Operations & Safety

• Rotational Execution: Maintain high performance during a 28/28 or 35/35-day offshore rotation, ensuring all work is documented in the maintenance management system.

• HSE Compliance: Adhere to all Permit-to-Work (PTW) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) protocols, especially when working with high-pressure accumulated energy.

• Technical Mentorship: Provide guidance to junior mechanics and technicians on best practices for hydraulic safety and maintenance.

Qualifications and Skills:

Education & Technical Credentials

• Academic Background: Associate’s Degree in a Technical or Engineering discipline.

• Certification: Formal training and certification in Hydraulic Systems troubleshooting and maintenance.

• Safety Certification: Valid offshore safety permits (e.g., BOSIET/FOET) and medical fitness for offshore work.

Experience & Nationality

• Offshore Tenure: Minimum of 7 years of offshore experience specifically as a Mechanic with a heavy focus on hydraulics.

• Industry Context: Direct experience in the Oil & Gas industry is a significant advantage.

• Nationality: This position is strictly open to Nigerian nationals.

Core Competencies

• High-Pressure Mastery: Expert knowledge of high-pressure hydraulic power units (HPUs) and control systems.

• Mechanical Skill: Proficient in the use of specialized hydraulic testing tools and heavy-duty hand tools.

• Physical Resilience: Ability to work in challenging offshore environments and adapt to a rigorous rotational schedule.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and certificates to: info@odenl.com and copy stakeholder.recruitment@ncdmv.gov.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the email.