WTS Energy is a global workforce solutions provider specializing in staffing, recruitment, manpower supply, project management, operations & maintenance, and training for the energy, infrastructure, and marine industries. Founded in 2000 by Jan Willem Scholten (initially as the job board Worldwideworker.com), WTS Energy has grown into a trusted partner supporting oil & gas, renewables (solar, wind, bioenergy), nuclear, and related sectors. It operates in over 50 countries with more than 20 offices (headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands) and supports thousands of contractors/consultants worldwide.
WTS Energy is recruiting to fill the position bellow:
Job Title: Project Engineer
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- The Project Engineer acts as the technical and operational bridge between the Client’s Asset Team and the Maintenance Contractor’s execution teams.
- This role is responsible for the end-to-end management of specific maintenance campaigns, brownfield modifications, and shutdown activities.
- The primary objective is to ensure that maintenance works and minor projects are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with the client’s technical standards.
Responsibilities
- Conduct inspections and audits on materials, equipment, and processes to maintain quality benchmarks.
- Review maintenance notifications and scope of work (SOW) from the Client to define technical requirements and execution strategies.
- Develop detailed ‘Work Packs’ for maintenance campaigns, including method statements, risk assessments (TRA/JSA), and material bills of quantities (BOQ).
- Lead ‘Constructability Reviews’ to identify potential clashes or access issues in the live plant environment.
- Manage sub-contractors (e.g., scaffolding, insulation, NDT, specialist vendor services) to ensure they meet the contract’s HSE and quality standards.
- Oversee Management of Change (MoC) processes for any brownfield modifications or material substitutions.
- Identify long-lead items (LLIs) and critical spares required for upcoming campaigns (e.g., valve replacements, pump overhauls).
- Prepare technical requisitions for materials and services and conduct technical bid evaluations (TBE) for vendor selection.
- Track material delivery status to prevent schedule slippage (expediting).
- Ensure all activities comply with the Oil & Gas Golden Rules of Safety, Permit to Work (PTW) systems, and Life Saving Rules.
- Ensure all Quality Control (QC) documentation (welding logs, pressure test certificates, lifting gears/equipment) is progressively compiled.
- Monitor project costs against the approved budget for specific work orders.
- Prepare ‘Value of Work Done’ (VOWD) reports for monthly review.
- Follow-up Timesheets, JCCs and Invoicing submission and tracking.
Requirements
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation preferred).
- 5–7 years in the Oil & Gas industry.
- At least 3 years in a Brownfield / Maintenance environment (working on live plants).
- Hands-on experience with any of the following: Static Equipment (Vessels, Tanks, Piping) OR Rotating Equipment (Pumps, Compressors, Turbines) OR E&I (Control Systems, Switchgear).
- Proven track record of participating in at least one major plant Turnaround (TAR) or Shutdown.
- Understanding of Schedule of Rates (SOR) and Reimbursable contract models.
- Familiarity with HAZOP, SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations), and dangerous goods handling.
- High adaptability, strong stakeholder management, and excellent communication skills.
- Ability to multitask, manage conflicting deadlines, and work with minimal supervision.
Preferred:
- Professional Engineering License (e.g., COREN, NSE).
- Experience with project management and QHSE best practices.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package.
- Health and wellbeing coverage.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- Exposure to major oil & gas maintenance campaigns and brownfield projects.
- Collaborative and safety-focused work environment.
- Supportive team culture with a focus on integrity and excellence.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online