Field Operator (electrical Maintenance) Otumara At Vagan Oil & Gas Limited
full-time
Academics
HND or B.Eng. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering discipline.
Reports To
Field Maintenance Team Leader
Start Date
1st July 2026
Work Experience
Minimum of 5 years working as an Electrical Technician or Engineer with hands-on and supervisory discipline experience.
Membership of other professional bodies would be considered an added advantage.
Skills (Added advantage)
Ability to read and interpret electrical line diagrams and drawings.
Experience in Generator control systems.
Experience in maintenance and servicing of Generator Alternators.
Experience in maintenance, repairs and servicing of Electric motors and panels. knowledge of industrial electrical systems.
Skill in Equipment troubleshooting and fault analysis.
Skill in electrical installations.
Experience in LV/HV power distribution system.
Familiarity with electrical standards and safety codes.
Knowledge of worksite hazard management.
Computer literate (Competent user of Microsoft Office and ability to liaise with programs).
Soft Skills
Strong coaching, mentoring, and listening skills who respect and value the opinions of others.
The ability to create and maintain cordial working relationships with colleagues.
Good Communication & team-working disposition.
Good organizational and Networking skills.
Committed to professional development, and continuous Improvement mindset.
Flexibility and adaptability.
Problem-solving and good analytical skills.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Electrical engineer supervisor will be responsible for the following:
Provide planned activities reports to the Team Leader or designated client's supervisor, perform quality control duties, identify non-compliance with HSE standards, ensure availability for intervention activities, and maintain a daily log of activities from job sites, as reported by QA/QC Engineers.
Maintains all HV/LV equipment, UPSs, protection relays, earthing, and lightning strike systems.
Knowledge of Electrical controls and monitoring systems
Skilled in maintenance of UPS systems
Strong communication and interface management skills when dealing with multiple parties, including Government regulators.
Provide support in decommissioning, repair, installation, and commissioning of black gas generators, UPS systems, switchgear, heater bundles, boilers, thyristors.
Asset Care routine to ensure PM/CM close-out and Integrity of Asset maintained.
Assembling, evaluating, testing, and maintaining electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, and apparatus.
Troubleshooting and repairing malfunctioning electrical LV/HV equipment, (Generator/Electric motor) etc.
Reading and interpreting electrical and electronic circuit diagrams, and schematics.
Provide support in decommissioning, repair, installation, and commissioning of black gas generators, UPS systems, switchgear, heater bundles, thyristors.
Ordering of electrical supplies and equipment.
Inspecting transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical components.
Troubleshooting electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
Repairing and replacing equipment, electrical wiring, and fixtures.
Performing general electrical maintenance.
Daily parameter logging, and records.
Work Cycle
The work location is field based.
The job activity period is daily on 12 hours (7am to 7pm) routine over a 21-day period.
There is a standard 3-weeks on and 3-weeks off schedule.
The successful candidate will manage own absences with his/her contractor for suitable qualified covers.
There may be need for periodic visits to Renaissance industrial area for training and official assignments.
Personnel may be required to work extended hours as need may arise.