Cng Maintenance Officer (opic, Ogun State)

To ensure the maximum uptime, safety, and operational efficiency of CNG daughter stations as the daughter stations rely heavily on high-pressure decanting systems, hydraulic or mechanical intensifiers (boosters), and storage cascades. The technician must specialize in extreme high-pressure pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

Job Details

• Carries out daily checks of all CNG daughter station equipment before startup
• Safely manages the hookup, decanting, and disconnection processes for incoming CNG mobile trailers in conjunction with the HSE Officer.
• Performs routine servicing on high-pressure compressors, priority panels, and dispensing units.
• Diagnoses mechanical and electrical faults in PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems controlling station automation.
• Identifies and fixes high-pressure gas leaks using specialized gas detection equipment.
• Monitors gas temperatures, pressures, and flow rates to ensure optimal station performance.
• Adheres strictly to hazardous area classifications.

Requirements

• Minimum of an HND or first degree in Mechanical, Electrical/Electronics, Instrumentation and Control, or Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline. A National Diploma (OND) with a recognised trade certification and substantial relevant experience may be considered.
• 3 to 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience on high-pressure gas compressors and related equipment in CNG, LPG, natural gas or comparable oil and gas facilities.
• Demonstrated experience in fault diagnosis on PLC-controlled systems, covering both mechanical and electrical faults.
• OEM or manufacturer training on compressors, dispensers or PLC platforms is highly desirable.
• Training in hazardous-area (Ex) equipment competence is required, and a recognized certification such as CompEx or equivalent is desirable.
• Valid training in Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Permit to Work (PTW), gas-handling safety, fire-fighting and first aid is required.
• Practical competence in using gas detection and leak-detection equipment, and in repairing leaks on isolated, depressurized high-pressure lines.
• Working knowledge of hazardous-area classification principles and equipment protection standards.
• Ability to monitor and interpret gas temperature, pressure and flow readings and recognize abnormal performance.
• Practical knowledge of CNG trailer hookup, decanting and disconnection procedures, and the safety checks around them.
• Ability to complete pre-startup checklists, service records and maintenance logs accurately, with basic proficiency in MS Office.