Job Vacancies at NLNG Limited

NLNG Limited is jointly owned by NNPC (49%), Shell (25.6%), Total LNG (15%) and Eni (10.4%).

It was incorporated to harness vast natural gas resources and produce Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs) for export.

NLNG Limited seeks to engage personnel for immediate employment in the following positions: Trainee Operator REF:PO/2009/001

The Job: The appointee will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the assigned plants on a shift basis.

The duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Operate the process and service units within the prescribed limits to achieve production targets for quality and quantity, safely and efficiently
• Execute on a daily basis, routine and non-routine operation for the assigned area due care to implement all HSE consideration for the activity
• Prepare equipments for maintenance in accordance with appropriate procedures
• Participate in shutdowns
• Respond to plant process changes and upsets to that loss of production is kept at a minimum
• Manage process and service unit’s stat-up and shutdowns competently without affecting units that are to remain online
• Undertake constant evaluation of plant-operating procedures and control systems
• Ensure effective start- of-shift orientation and shift handover

The right candidate should:

• Possess a higher diploma HND in chemical, process, industrial, mechanical or electrical engineering, obtained at a minimum of upper credit
• Have not more than 3 years post graduation work experience
• Be able to demonstrate proficiency in information technology
• Possess good communication problem solving skills
• Not more than 28 years old

Only suitable candidates need to apply for these roles. Details for how to apply is shown below.

Deadline is 15th September 2009.

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Job Vacancies at West Group Limited

West Group Limited is a holding company with diversified business interests in various sectors of the Nigerian Economy including Aquaculture, Oil Servicing, Plastics production and Commodities Trading.

The Group is currently seeking highly competent and experienced professional to fill-in the vacancies:

Warehouse Co-Ordinator

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• B.Sc Accounting or any relevant sciences.
• 3-5 years work experience in inventory management would be an added advantage.
• Baseline understanding and knowledge of stores management practices.
• Good appreciation and working knowledge of office productivity tools.
• Highly organized and attentive to details.

Environment, Health, Safety and Quality Manager

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• University Engineering degree preferably Mechanical Engineering
• 3-5 years experience in the manufacturing or FMCG industry of which at least 3 years in manufacturing or FMCG industry of which at least 3 years in manufacturing operations.
• Exposure to regulatory requirements would be an added advantage.
• Ability to think strategically and holistically and to appreciate the systemic impact of various policies, issues and solutions.

Group Accountant

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• A first degree in Accounting, Finance or any related discipline.
• A professional accounting qualification (ACA, CPA, and ACCA) is mandatory.
• 6-8 years experience with at least three years in cost accounting in a manufacturing environment and two years at supervisory/managerial capacity.
• Experience working with Engineering and Manufacturing staff on development and analysis of cost standard.
• Ability to prepare daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly and annual reports.

Personal Assistant to the CEO

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• B.Sc in Business Administration, English or any other social science discipline
• Minimum of four years PA/Secretariat experience
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Possess a presentable appearance
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadline
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nutritionist/Production Manager (Feed Mill)

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Marine Biology, Aquaculture, Zoology, Animal Science or any other science discipline.
• Conversant with ISO and safety standards in manufacturing environments.
• 5-10 years experience in a similar position preferably an aquaculture feed mill.
• Practical knowledge of fish nutrition and feed formulation.
• Practical knowledge of FCR considerations in feed formulation.
• General knowledge of fish production as it relates to the African Catfish.

Hatchery Manager

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification in fisheries management, Aquaculture, Marine, Biology, Zoology or any other Biological science.
• Minimum of Five (5) years relevant experience as a hatchery manager or a fish manager
• Experience in commercial spawning and rearing of the African Catfish.

IT Support Officer

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification in computer science or related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years work experience as IT administrator or other relevant functions.
• In-depth understanding of the server network, protocols, and internet/intranet applications.
• Strong knowledge of office automation including the ability to install and troubleshoot PC systems (both hardware and software).
• Good knowledge of general office facilities maintenance.

Marketing Officer

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• First degree in Business Administration, Marketing or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar industry.
• Thorough understanding of Plastics markets across the Country.
• Networking, interpersonal and relationship management skills.

Method of Application:

Qualified candidates should submit their applications and resumes as follows: (Microsoft Word Format) to info@westoilpetroleum.com

Closing Date: 15th September 2009.

Job Vacancies at BG Group Nigeria - Exploration Geophysicist

BG Group is a leading player in the global energy market and a dynamic growing business with operations in some 25 countries over five continents.

BG Group is now recruiting for an Exploration Geophysicist .

With its position within the Atlantic Basin and abundance of hydrocarbon reserves, Nigeria gives an excellent opportunity to enhance BG gas chain strategy in Africa.

For you , that means the chance to maximise the potential of a major hydrocarbon resource country with vast potential for growth- and play an active role developing the energy sector

In this role, you will interpret 2D and 3D seismic data and create time and depth maps for key stratigraphic intervals for input into volumetric calculations.

Key Accountabilities

• Identify, mature and propose seismic data acquisition and (re-) processing proposals.
• Identify, mature and propose economically attractive exploration prospects for drilling through seismic interpretation and mapping of key stratigraphic levels, leading to products such as time maps, velocity maps and depth maps, and generate attribute analysis maps of seismic amplitudes and other key attributes (incl. AVO etc.) derived from seismic data
• Contribute to development of an optimised exploration programme.
• Apply state of the art interpretation and evaluation technology in the delivery of integrated, predictive subsurface models.
• Analysis of CSEM, gravity & magnetic data, where available.
• Produce reports outlining the processes, techniques used and conclusions derived from the work
• Write or contribute to evaluation reports, well proposals and well planning where appropriate.
• Ensure all geophysical uncertainties and risks are incorporated into forward exploration and appraisal programs and also incorporated into any estimates of reserves ranges generated by the group.

Unique Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Attributes

• A degree in an Earth science discipline or its equivalent
• Experience in generating well proposals and monitoring and driving exploration well delivery in a variety of geologic settings.
• Proven track record in based 2D and 3D seismic seismic exploration and appraisal subsurface evaluation.
• Broad Knowledge of other subsurface disciplines and non-seismic techniques
• Experience of exploration drilling and/or seismic operations and processing would be desirable
• Broad experience of working globally in different geological settings – clastics, carbonates, passive margins
• Experience of channelised slope reservoirs would be an advantage.
• Computer Literate
• Proficient in the use of seismic interpretation systems [Geoframe/IESX)] desirable.

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Job Vacancies at BG Group Nigeria - G & G Technical Assistant

BG Group is a leading player in the global energy market and a dynamic growing business with operations in some 25 countries over five continents.

BG Group is now recruiting for a G & G Technical Assistant .

The Technical Assistant will manage all the available geological and petrophysical databases, their structure and the data manipulation software.

In addition, the incumbent will manage and QC basic well data (location, deviation, tz) in cooperation with relevant departments and adhering to naming standards.

Key Accountabilities

• Maintain appropriate documentation and data storage to ensure adequate audit trail.
• Ensure corporate geological and petrophysical databases are updated following studies/drilling and that company archiving procedures are followed.
• Upgrade, QC, display, analyze, store and manipulate stratigraphic data in data bases and visualise to satisfy technical complexity
• QC, store and manage data commensurable with technical complexity.
• Manage Seismic Data and associated Data
• Execute or initiate seismic data loading.
• Ensure data integrity.
• Provide appropriate documentation and consistent naming convention to ensure audit trail.
• Archive the closed-out project.
• Manage geological data and perform quality assurance/check, and conduct quicklook data analysis to support geological studies
• Participate in monitoring drilling operation

Unique Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Attributes

• Degree in an Earth science discipline or its equivalent
• Minimum 2 years relevant work experience
• Fully competent in using all relevant computer programmes to input/retrieval/update of Geological corporate databases. This includes identifying and solving problems as encountered.
• Data inventorisation/compilation and management of Geological data – for project setup & support
• Capable of carrying out required tasks with minimum supervision on related computer applications; must be willing to learn and be supervised by geologist when assisting in geological studies
• Broad knowledge of other subsurface disciplines
• Knowledge of seismic interpretation systems [Geoframe/IESX)] would be an advantage.
• Self starter with ability to plan and organise workload effectively and a proven ability to work under pressure without sacrificing quality.
• Good team player with a proactive and flexible attitude, and able to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral with the ability to contribute in a constructive manner
• Good working knowledge of geological softwares, well correlation,
• Good IT skills using Microsoft Office products

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Job Vacancies at BG Group Nigeria - Head, Venture Management

BG Group is a leading player in the global energy market and a dynamic growing business with operations in some 25 countries over five continents.

BG Group is now recruiting for a Head, Venture Management.

With its position within the Atlantic Basin and abundance of hydrocarbon reserves, Nigeria gives an excellent opportunity to enhance BG gas chain strategy in Africa.

For you , that means the chance to maximise the potential of a major hydrocarbon resource country with vast potential for growth- and play an active role developing the energy sector

In this role, you will be responsible for partner and stakeholder relationship management , developing and implementation of BG strategies towards being a partner of choice with industry and govenrment stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities

• External Interfaces –Build effective relationships with partners, government and regulatory agencies, ensuring that BG Group’s agenda is advanced.
• Internal Interfaces –Build relationships and clear lines of communication with internal interfaces to support the BG Group Upstream team aspirations
• Planning and strategy – Develop and obtain internal, Partner and NAPIMS support for JV specific business plan and strategy (including support for specific JV Work Programmes and Budgets) against agreed HSSE, cost, schedule and strategic targets.
• JV Governance – Coordinate TECOM, MACOM, SUBCOM meetings and partner meetings including OPCOM.
• Management Reporting – Ensure preparation and coordination of weekly and monthly partner and internal reports.
• JV Management – Ensure production of regular progress reports to BG, Partners and Government agencies; ensure all JV (NAPIMS) Work Groups are appropriately resourced and steered; and provide the GM Commercial with support and all material for TECOM, OPCOM and MACOM discussions.

Unique Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Attributes

• Leadership and Management – Clear evidence of shared leadership and managing through influence as well as formal authority.
• Strategy- Proven ability to take the lead in conceiving, developing and implementing strategies which significantly add value to Joint Venture team delivery. Able to demonstrate clear, fact based decision making skills.
• Relationship Management – Proven track record of articulating a vision for the future and working at senior levels with partners and other stakeholders to co- create a shared agenda. Must have achieved significant success in working in complex ventures and creating the environment for successful delivery.
• Industry Skills – Has broad Industry knowledge with in-depth experience of oil & gas exploration, commercial, development projects and a good understanding of all operations & non-technical aspects including JV Management.
• Change Management – Knowledge and experience of change management strategies are essential.
• Detailed knowledge required of the non-technical and commercial risks and opportunities involved in operating and developing oil & gas projects – primarily in developing countries.

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Job Vacancies at BG Group Nigeria - Exploration Geologist

BG Group is a leading player in the global energy market and a dynamic growing business with operations in some 25 countries over five continents.

BG Group is now recruiting for an Exploration Geologist.

In this role, you will develop a detailed understanding of the regional geology, interpret seismic, well log, outcrop and other regional geological data required for in-depth geological and geophysical analysis of the company’s assets and new venture opportunities

Key Accountabilities

• Produce regional geological maps, prospect generation and evaluation, including interpretation of 2D/3D seismic data to produce maps, and maturation of these prospects to AFE status for drilling.
• Identify new plays, opportunities and exploration concepts, grounded by producing field analogs.
• Integrate play analysis and play prosecution into the evaluation and exploration of a project.
• Perform Basin modeling
• Run volumetrics on leads, prospects and existing discoveries
• Deliver detailed prospect analysis reports
• Produce reports outlining the processes, techniques used and conclusions derived from the work
• Engage with drilling team to ensure correct inputs for well planning and execution purposes
• Ensure all wells are planned to deliver maximum value
• Ensure all geological uncertainties and risks are incorporated into forward exploration programs.

Unique Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Attributes

• Degree in Geology or its equivalent
• Proven track record of evaluation of interpretation of well log and other regional geologocal data
• Working knowledge of other subsurface disciplines including seismic techniques and reservoir engineering
• Experience of planning and monitoring of exploration drilling would be an advantage
• Broad experience of working globally in different geological settings – clastics, carbonates, passive margins( including slope channel environments), thrust belts etc would be an advantage
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple ongoing projects, with advice from leadership.
• Ability to work with ambiguous or incomplete datasets, and with risk and uncertainty assessment.
• Self starter with good decision-taking skills with ability to plan and organise workload effectively and a proven ability to work under pressure without sacrificing quality.
• Good team player with a proactive and flexible attitude, and able to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Demonstrate good interaction with other subsurface disciplines, and to promote integrated working practices.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral with the ability to challenge others in a constructive manner and negotiate with internal peers, partners and 3rd parties to influence decisions or ways of working.
• Good working knowledge of geological modelling, well correlation, prospect volume and risking methodologies and reservoir modelling.
• Experience of channelised slope reservoirs would be an advantage.
• A thorough working knowledge of geological software – in particular Petrel and Geology Office.
• Good IT skills using Microsoft Office products.

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Job Vacancies at BG Group Nigeria - Qualitative Interpreter

BG Group is a leading player in the global energy market and a dynamic growing business with operations in some 25 countries over five continents.

BG Group is now recruiting for an Qualitative Interpreter.

In this role, you will work side by side the seismic interpreters providing QI ( rock physics, AVO analytical data) information as prospect maturation progresses.

Key Accountabilities

• Contribute to the identification, maturation and proposition of seismic data acquisition and (re-) processing.
• In conjunction with the seismic interpreters, identify, mature and propose economically attractive exploration prospects for drilling through seismic interpretation and mapping of key stratigraphic levels, leading to products such as time maps, velocity maps and depth maps, and generate attribute analysis maps of seismic amplitudes and other key attributes (incl. AVO etc.) derived from seismic data
• Contribute to development of an optimised exploration programme.
• Apply state of the art interpretation software and evaluation technology in the delivery of integrated, predictive subsurface models.
• Work with the asset petrophysicists to come up with workable pore pressure prediction that will be used during drilling operations
• Provide QI “on-the-fly” based on regional rock property &fluid models.
• Work with the geophysicists to develop a credible 3D acquisition seismic program and processing
• Analyse of CSEM, gravity & magnetic data, where available.
• Produce reports outlining the processes, techniques used and conclusions derived from the work
• Write or contribute to evaluation reports, well proposals and well planning where appropriate.
• Ensure all geophysical uncertainties and risks are incorporated into forward exploration and appraisal programs and also incorporated into any estimates of reserves ranges generated by the group.

Unique Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Attributes

• Degree in an Earth science discipline or its equivalent
• Experience in generating well proposals and monitoring and driving exploration well delivery in a variety of geologic settings.
• Proven track recors of workstation based 2D and 3D seismic seismic exploration and appraisal subsurface evaluation.
• Experience in the use of the latest QI softwares for hydrocarbon phase discrimination
• Broad knowledge of other subsurface disciplines and non-seismic techniques
• Knowledge of exploration drilling and/or seismic operations and processing would be desirable
• Broad experience of working globally in different geological settings – clastics, carbonates, passive margins,
• Experience of channelised slope reservoirs would be an advantage.
• Proficient in the use of seismic interpretation systems [Geoframe/IESX)] desirable.
• Must be a self starter with good decision-taking skills with ability to plan and organise workload effectively and a proven ability to work under pressure without sacrificing quality.
• Good team player with a proactive and flexible attitude, and able to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Good interaction with other subsurface disciplines, and to promote integrated working practices.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral with the ability to challenge others in a constructive manner and negotiate with internal peers, partners and 3rd parties to influence decisions or ways of working.
• Good working knowledge of geological modelling, well correlation, prospect volume and risking methodologies and reservoir modelling.
• Good IT skills using Microsoft Office products.

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Job Vacancies at Meridian Technologies Ltd

Meridian Technologies Ltd is a mega IT Training and Solutions Company operating in Lagos at three locations.

It represents Aptech Computer Education, is an authorized Oracle University partner, Microsoft Gold Certified partner, a Cisco Networking Academy, CompTIA member and has authorized Prometric, Vue & TOEFL testing centres.

Recently it introduced an innovative Network Security and Manageability solution, ENPAQ.

To sell and promote ENPAQ in the Nigerian market, it seeks qualified candidates to fill the following key positions:

Sales & Marketing Officers (IT – Network & Security solutions)

• Computer Science Graduates with post graduate degree/diploma in marketing/sales should apply.

• Applicants must be aggressive go getters, possess excellent communication & presentation skills, and having 3 – 5 years experience in sales or marketing of network security and monitoring products like firewall/routers/NMS solutions to large enterprises.

• Applicants should be highly presentable, ambitious and willing to work outdoors extensively.

• The candidates will be responsible for sales and marketing of ENPAQ network security and manageability solution to corporates and large enterprises. Candidates will have to achieve monthly, quarterly and yearly sales targets.

• Exceptional candidates who are non-Computer Science Graduates but with relevant sales experience may be considered.

• The position offers a challenge of working with a unique and innovative solution and offers a competitive salary package, performance based incentives, continuous training and an exciting long term career.

• Candidates with no prior experience need not apply. As the positions are based at Lagos, candidates residing currently in Lagos will be given preference.

Interested applicants should apply with their CV and a passport photograph to: enpaq@meridian-nigeria.com

Deadline is 14th September 2009.

Job Vacancies at Standard Chartered Bank: Graduate 2010

Standard Chartered Bank is leading the way in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. This unique global focus enables our people to make a difference in the world’s most exciting emerging markets.

We’re looking for the best and the brightest talent in the market to join one of our business functions as part of our two-year International Graduate Programme (IGP).

Once on our programme you’ll be developed into talented managers, who can help us achieve our aim of becoming the world’s number one international bank.

How to Apply

To learn more about the Standard Chartered Bank International Graduate Recruitment Programme 2010 and how to apply, then visit their Graduate Recruitment site.

Select the country ‘Nigeria’ and answer questions regarding completion of the National Service (NYSC), obtained a Masters Degree, before reading about the Application Process.

Applying for a place on our International Graduate Programme will be one of the most challenging, yet rewarding tests you ever undertake. Read about the Application Process Here.

Whilst the process is in-depth and comprehensive, we want to ensure that it’s simple to understand. That’s why, in this section you’ll find a breakdown of the five stages. And on the page hints and tips for applying successfully you’ll find suggestions to help you pass each with flying colours.

• Step 1: Online application form
• Step 2: Online ability tests and questions
• Step 3: First assessment
• Step 4: Final interview and assessments

NOTE: The online application process requires a lot of time and patience. You will need to be prepared before you commence. It is possible to around 2-3 hours taking the online tests and questions, hence this is only recommended for applicants who demonstrate the requirements for the role and have the means to apply online.

Deadline 1st June 2010

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