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Electrical Specialist (Maintenance Fly Team)
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An Electrical Specialist on a rotational maintenance fly team who supervises electrical teams, troubleshoots and maintains electrical equipment, mentors trainees, and ensures safe, reliable operation of electrical installations across oil and gas facilities.
About this role
Location: Gabon
Work Pattern: Rotational 28/28 (28 days on duty / 28 days off)
Contract nature : Manpower
Assala Gabon is a dynamic Oil and Gas Exploration and Production company committed to the sustainable development of its assets. We value a collaborative approach, promote diversity, and prioritize safety and integrity in all our operations.
As we embark on our journey of continued growth, we are on the lookout for a highly talented Electrical Specialist to be a part of our vibrant team. Joining our dynamic "Maintenance Fly team", you will play a crucial role in maintaining the smooth and secure functioning of our electrical installations across various locations, supporting our comprehensive asset portfolio.
Your main areas of responsibility will include:
- Replacing Electrical Supervisors during their absence and supervise electrical teams.
- Troubleshooting and maintaining electrical equipment as per vendor specifications.
- Mentoring and transferring skills to trainees, ensuring knowledge sharing and best practices.
- Providing technical leadership and analyzing day-to-day operational issues.
- Preparing, organizing, and executing major maintenance activities.
- Supporting the development of maintenance and reliability strategies.
- Reviewing procedures for critical electrical equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Collaborating with engineering to integrate reliability and maintainability best practices into new designs.
- Participating in HAZOP/HAZID studies as required.
- Ensuring compliance with Assala Energy’s HSSE Management Standards in all production operations.
- Promoting proactive HSSE behaviors and process safety management.
- Driving ESG awareness and leading initiatives to meet company objectives regarding environmental impact.
- Conducting studies and projects to optimize operational costs and enhance equipment reliability.
- Monitoring process and equipment performance, identifying opportunities for improvement, and implement changes.
Requirements
- Hold a diploma of Engineering or equivalent.
- Hold a postgraduate degree and specialized experience in the Oil & Gas industry or equivalent.
- A minimum of 5 years experience in Oil and Gas operations and/or maintenance.
- Proven track-record in technical management of operations and/or maintenance.
- Knowledge of computer hardware and software, particularly in SAP, PI OSISOFT / PLC & ICSS is a plus.
- Specific professional knowledge in industrial combustion gas turbines, power generator, centrifugal & reciprocating compressor, centrifugal & reciprocating pumps.
- An open-minded individual, with excellent team spirit and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to confidently present and defend proposals, and provide innovative solutions.
- Fluent in both English and French with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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