Production Operator

Role Overview

Terra Energy Services Nigeria Limited is seeking an experienced Production Operator to support safe, reliable and efficient oil and gas production operations across offshore and other operational locations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor wells, separators, vessels, pumps, compressors, utilities and associated production systems.
• Perform production system start-ups, shutdowns, line-ups, isolations and routine process surveillance in accordance with approved procedures.
• Monitor process parameters and equipment conditions, identify abnormalities and take authorised corrective action.
• Conduct routine field rounds and inspections to verify equipment condition and process stability.
• Carry out production sampling and basic operational checks as required.
• Perform first-line troubleshooting and escalate equipment or process abnormalities appropriately.
• Support Permit-to-Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), isolation and Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) activities.
• Support maintenance activities through effective equipment handover, isolation verification and reinstatement.
• Maintain accurate production logs, operational records and shift handover information.
• Participate in emergency response activities and maintain readiness for operational emergencies.
• Support production optimisation activities and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain good housekeeping and ensure production areas remain safe and orderly.
• Communicate process and equipment conditions clearly during shift handovers and operational meetings.

Requirements

• HND or Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum, Chemical, Mechanical, Production Engineering or a relevant technical discipline.
• Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience in the oil and gas industry, with strong upstream Exploration & Production (E&P) exposure.
• Demonstrable hands-on experience in production operations within offshore or comparable upstream facilities.
• Practical experience operating and monitoring process equipment, production systems and utilities.
• Strong understanding of production processes, operating procedures, equipment isolation and process safety.
• Valid BOSIET/HUET, offshore medical and H₂S certification where offshore deployment applies.
• Good working knowledge of HSE requirements, operational controls, procedures and technical documentation.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please send your CV and a covering letter to the email address below, quoting the job title in the subject line to careers@terranig.com