Vacancies at WTS Energy

WTS Energy provides recruitment and manpower services for the global oil and gas and energy industries. We supply engineers and consultants to our clients’ projects and operations, and perform employment outsourcing services such as workforce management in oil and gas regions around the world. WTS Energy operates globally with offices in 14 countries and is operational in over 50 countries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Manager

Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full time

Job Summary

• Responsible for ensuring the legal health of the Company, the provision of legal advisory services across the organization, and ensuring that all business is conducted within provisions of legislations, and regulations defined by supervisory agencies and the corporate governance framework whilst realizing business objectives, preserving corporate integrity, and mitigating and minimizing legal and financial exposure.

Main Responsibilities

• Act as a key resource and provide expert legal advice to the Board, CEO, Executive Team, and All Heads of Company Functions on standards of regulatory compliance, legal and ethical behavior, etc.
• Act as Secretary to the Company and Board, including its committees, and guide the Board to function by company law and good corporate governance practices.
• Represent and advise the CEO, Executive Team, and the Board on all forms of litigation, legal proceedings, and conflict resolution including arbitrations, mediations, and negotiations.
• Provide guidance and advice on the current interpretation of local and global regulations, legislations, conventions, etc. Manage changes as they apply to the Company’s operations, image, and reputation.
• Guide the Company’s Investment Management team with advice on the potential impacts of changes in local and global regulations and legislation on emerging/available business goals, aspirations, and opportunities.
• Lead the development and implementation of a Corporate Governance framework that ensures stakeholder integrity is protected and optimally managed.
• Participate as a disciplinary committee member.
• Champion best-in-class approach in selecting analytical materials for complex commercial and contracting transactions with multiple external (inter) national parties and significant financial impact.
• Work at the strategic level in M&A projects, deciding on the appropriate legal documentation to provide M&A projects from the pre-deal stage of valuation through to the post-merger/acquisition integration.
• Lead/guide contract negotiations with the Government/regulators within the relevant domain area, balancing the interests and policy direction of the Government and the long-term implications for the Company.
• Provide sound legal advice and support for strategic commercial operations e.g. custody transfer, crude transfer, handling and unitization agreements, debt restructuring, gas agreements, etc., and general business advisory to guide the development, interpretation, and review of all Company’s corporate policies.
• Responsible for the professionalism of the legal staff cadre and maintaining and managing an optimal and cost-effective activity/portfolio split between internal and external (local and foreign) counsels.
• Proactively identify areas of high/critical business and legal risks; ensuring their inclusion in the risk management framework; and that viable and resourced contingency plans exist for identified elements.
• Champion strategic legal advisory for supply chain policies, process, and compliance framework through standard contracting clauses/templates and procedures and vendor performance agreements.
• Guide strategic management of investor/stakeholder relationships and correspondence with investors, banks, regulators, analysts, rating agencies, media, etc. to build and protect brand value.
• Provide steers to business teams in managing change arising from new business processes, organizational structure, and strategy reviews. Provide best-in-class advice on relevant laws to guide the change process.

Educational Qualifications and Experience

• A Degree in Law is required. An MBA or master’s degree in law or a PhD in Law will be an added advantage.
• Member of the Nigerian Bar Association
• 15 years of post-call experience with 5 years of experience in a managerial capacity
• Minimum 8 years of experience in E&P operations
• 5 years of working experience with an international oil firm.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Legal Manager / General Counsel

Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full time

Job Summary

• Responsible for ensuring the legal health of the Company, the provision of legal advisory services across the organization, and ensuring that all business is conducted within provisions of legislations, and regulations defined by supervisory agencies and the corporate governance framework whilst realizing business objectives, preserving corporate integrity, and mitigating and minimizing legal and financial exposure.

Main Responsibilities

• Act as a key resource and provide expert legal advice to the Board, CEO, Executive Team, and All Heads of Company Functions on regulatory compliance standards, legal and ethical behavior, etc.
• Act as Secretary to the Company and Board, including its committees, and guide the Board to function by company law and good corporate governance practices.
• Represent and advise the CEO, Executive Team, and the Board on all forms of litigation, legal proceedings, and conflict resolution including arbitrations, mediations, and negotiations.
• Provide guidance and advice on the current interpretation of local and global regulations, legislations, conventions, etc. Manage changes as they apply to the Company’s operations, image, and reputation.
• Guide the Company’s Investment Management team with advice on the potential impacts of changes in local and global regulations and legislation on emerging/available business goals, aspirations, and opportunities.
• Lead developing and implementing a Corporate Governance framework that ensures stakeholder integrity is protected and optimally managed.
• Participate as a disciplinary committee member.
• Champion best-in-class approach in selecting analytical materials for complex commercial and contracting transactions with multiple external (inter) national parties and significant financial impact.
• Work at the strategic level in M&A projects, deciding on the appropriate legal documentation to provide M&A projects from the pre-deal stage of valuation through to the post-merger/acquisition integration.
• Lead/guide contract negotiations with Government/regulators within the relevant domain area, balancing the interests and policy direction of the Government and the long-term implication for the Company.
• Provide sound legal advice and support for strategic commercial operations e.g. custody transfer, crude transfer, handling and unitisation agreements, debt restructuring, gas agreements, etc., and general business advisory to guide the development, interpretation, and review of all Company’s corporate policies.
• Responsible for the professionalism of the legal staff cadre and maintaining and managing an optimal and cost-effective activity/portfolio split between internal and external (local and foreign) counsels.
• Proactively identify areas of high/critical business and legal risks; ensuring their inclusion in the risk management framework; and that viable and resourced contingency plans exist for identified elements.
• Champion strategic legal advisory for supply chain policies, process, and compliance framework through standard contracting clauses/templates and procedures and vendor performance agreements.
• Guide strategic management of investor/stakeholder relationships and correspondence with investors, banks, regulators, analysts, rating agencies, media, etc. to build and protect brand value.
• Provide steers to business teams in managing change arising from new business processes, organizational structure, and strategy reviews. Provide best-in-class advice on relevant laws to guide the change process.

Educational Qualifications & Experience

• A degree in Law is required. An MBA, Master’s degree in Law, or Ph.D in Law will be an added advantage.
• 15+ years of post-call experience
• 5 years of experience in a managerial capacity
• Min. 8 years of experience in Exploration & Production operations
• Min. 8 years of working experience with an International Oil firm
• Must be qualified to practise as a lawyer in Nigeria
• Member, Nigerian Bar Association
• Legal experience in Oil & Gas across geographies

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Human Resource Manager

Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• Lead the development and implementation of HR strategy, policies, systems, processes, and procedures aimed at facilitating the attraction, deployment, development, and retention of critical talents in the Company.
• Advise management and managers across the business on appropriate strategies for relevant business improvement and transformation initiatives.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance and embedding a strong & positive work culture in the organization.
• Collaborate with all line managers and supervisors to achieve departmental and corporate goals and objectives.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy the HR strategy and plan for the Company in alignment with the overall business strategy.
• Develop and implement initiatives, policies, procedures, and systems that support and promote the company’s culture, attainment of corporate goals, effective talent management, and contribute to making the Company an employer of choice.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for vacant positions, including sourcing, screening, and assessing applicants in collaboration with the hiring managers.
• Manage the onboarding program to integrate new employees effectively into the organization and to familiarize them with company policies, culture, and expectations.
• Monitor and manage the company’s performance management policy by designing and assessing the effectiveness of performance review tools and outcomes and disseminating information on the process as needed.
• Conduct annual employee satisfaction and advocacy assessment through employee Net Promoter Score (eNPS) methodology.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of HR information systems (HRIS) to streamline HR processes.
• Define, develop, and implement appropriate formal/informal learning and development programs to close out critical capability/competence gaps in the Company including formal and informal learning.
• Manage and provide oversight to the company succession planning programs to ensure leadership continuity and development.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement and motivation including employee engagement activities, such as team-building events and recognition initiatives
• Develop and institute strategies, processes & practices to attract, deploy, and retain critical talent, while enhancing retention strategies and promoting a high-performance culture that supports the company’s business goals
• Assess the organization’s capabilities by putting in place systems for competence and skills assessment, analysis of critical gaps, and identification of interventions to close identified gaps.
• Manage all employee-related issues (including but not limited to addressing understaffing, dispute resolution, and coordinating grievances and disciplinary procedures), ensuring adherence to labor laws and requirements.
• Periodically, benchmark HR policies, systems, processes, and procedures with similar E&P companies to ensure relevance and/or close critical gaps.
• Implement a robust workforce/manpower planning process aligned to the organization’s target organizational structure to manage the demand and supply of people resources across all teams in the organization
• Manage the company’s HR budget and ensure that all programs are executed cost-effectively.
• Analyse statistical data and reports to identify and determine causes of employee-related issues/challenges and provide recommendations for improving various HR-related policies and practices.

Educational Qualifications & Experience

• First Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations & Personnel Management, or any other business-related subject
• Masters in Human Resources Management or in any other business-related subject or MBA (will be an added advantage)
• Min. 15 years of experience managing a reputable organization within the Oil and Gas industry
• CIPM, CIPD, or SHRM certification is mandatory
  Sound understanding of Indigenous Exploration & Production business requirements
  Proven experience in developing and implementing HR strategies such as Talent Acquisition and Management | Compensation & Rewards Management
  Career Development | Employee Retention and Welfare Management, Performance Management, etc.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Finance Manager (Reporting)

Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full time

Job Summary

• Provide support for implementing the company’s Finance strategy by managing key finance activities, including financial reporting, financial analysis, and receivables management, etc.

Main Responsibilities

• Co-lead the financial reporting for the company and all related entities.
• Responsible for developing and preparing periodic and ad hoc global financial reports (statutory and management) for the Group, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery per the differing local regulations and requirements and in adherence to IFRS standards.
• Coordinate the collation of financial information and data required to generate statutory and management reports and statements.
• Support the development of the annual corporate budget derived from the company’s multi-year financial plan.
• Support the development of functional budgets that feed into the corporate budget, guiding functional leads and budget holders on key principles throughout the process.
• Track the performance of the approved budget ensuring periodic and ad hoc reports are provided as required.
• Based on the proposed budget and corporate trends provide a funding plan to support the annual budget.
• Develop financial management mechanisms that minimize financial risk.
• Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
• Monitor the Company’s cash flow and liquidity ratios, ensuring the provisioning for adequate liquidity to manage its obligations, including debt financing, settlement for goods and services supplied, project financing, etc.
• Provide regular financial analysis, providing accurate information to support management decision-making.
• Ensure the reconciliation of all accounts on a monthly and other agreed periodic basis.
• Ensure the capture of all financial data such as accruals, deferrals, reclassifications, and interdepartmental entries into the ledger.
• Liaise with auditors to ensure annual monitoring is carried out.
• Ensured the accurate processing of all financial transactions, and carried out periodic reviews of data entry, ensuring these were managed in line with the approved process.
• Provide analysis for the renegotiation payment plans with vendors and creditors during liquidity-challenged periods, getting their buy-in for the revised plans and options.
• Oversee the management of the account receivables ensuring adherence to credit limits, KYC, etc.
• Provide aging analysis for all debts and ensure effective follow-up of all debtors, escalating critical cases as required.
• Recommend policies that require updating and provide analytical support for the review of financial procedures and policies.
• Provide support for the Investor Relations function by providing financial reports for investors and shareholders

Educational Qualifications & Experience

• A first degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or any relevant field of study
• An MBA or M.Sc. in Finance, Economics, etc. will be an added advantage.
• Min. 10 years of experience + Min. 3 years in a similar role
• ACA or ACCA certification
• Good knowledge of IFRS
• GAAP, Financial Analysis, Spreadsheet, and Financial Modelling skills.
• Strong Numerical and IT skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Head, Well Operations

Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full time

Job Summary

• The Head of Well Operations is responsible for furnishing operational experience and managerial depth required for the direction of development, appraisal, or exploratory drilling and all other well work operations (either onshore, swamp, or offshore). He is also responsible for the operation of the Team’s forward-operating drilling base.  Directly responsible for all aspects of drilling operations and works closely with the management to obtain required engineering, materials, operations, logistical security, and medical support to conduct operations using necessary engineering support and applications of technology.

Main Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for the management and conduct of all drilling and allied operations required to conduct assigned projects.
• Coordinates drilling execution start-up activities, acquires required drilling materials, sets specifications for the drilling rig and other equipment, establishes personnel requirements, etc., to support the operation.
• Directly responsible for arranging timely preparation and endorsement of each drilling program, as well as security and emergency response plans in collaboration with the EHSSQ department.
• Work with the supply chain to ensure timely procurement of the right rigs for drilling operations.
• Ensures the rigs are available to drill as needed
• Directly responsible for the setup, management, and running of the team’s forward operating base to support rig operations.
• Direct responsibility for working with contractors conducting operations to maximize operational efficiency and ensure contract terms are being followed.
• Works to optimize contractor performance and minimize costs.
• Supervises Drill Team, including Operations Superintendents, Drilling Supervisors, Engineering staff, and Logistics personnel.
• Closely involved in field operations. Regularly visits operations to determine Drilling Program efficiency, safety, and the use of appropriate technology.
• Participates in the preparation of overall plans and budgets to include Drilling performance goals.
• Responsible for safety management controls.
• Supports the Drill Teams in establishing and progressing safety, health, and environmental initiatives.
• Provide technical support for management presentations.
• Responsible for supporting strategic planning efforts including rig scheduling, performance analysis, and budget preparations.

Educational Qualifications

• First Degree in any Engineering discipline
• Min. 15 years of Well Engineering and Operational experience.
• Well Site Supervisory experience and operational knowledge
• Valid supervisor-level Well Control certificate (Surface/Floating – combined).
• In-depth knowledge of horizontal, deviated drilling, mud engineering, casing design, completions design and well-testing
• O&G Industry dynamics
• Analytical abilities
• Oil rig supervisory skills
• 3-dimensional visualization
• Computer literacy

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Field Production Superintendent

Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• Manage operations and maintenance activities of the integrated production system for hydrocarbons, ensuring production is to the agreed quality and volume specifications.
• Ensure company policies and procedures are followed to maintain asset integrity with due regard to the health, safety, and protection of employees, equipment, and environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Produce operations strategies and plans to ensure that targets for the facility are met. Manage own work, scheduling, and planning activities to optimize production. Drive compliance with integrated asset plans and technical standards to enhance production efficiency.
• Drive the Permit-to-work (PTW) system to ensure all non-routine and potentially hazardous routine jobs are carried out under the Permit-to-work system with complimentary certificates to ensure statutory compliance.
• Coach and provide support to other Team members to ensure the delivery of results and develop subordinates. Identify further learning and development requirements to ensure continuous improvement in professionalism as part of human capital development.
• Provide input to the annual business plan. Generate and implement cost reduction initiatives as part of business improvement. Manage contracts/contractors in line with the Contract Management system.
• Initiate changes to continuously improve oil/gas/water production and asset integrity as well as promote a safe and healthy environment in line with company policies, procedures, and legislation to improve the business and enhance production efficiency.
• Communicate clearly and credibly when dealing with third parties (contractors, community, NUPRC, etc.) to build strong relationships. Build effective working relationships with other Support Departments to improve production efficiency.
• Accomplish daily hydrocarbon production targets through demonstration of technical knowledge, skill, experience in operations activities, and monitoring equipment for optimum production to improve production efficiency.
• Monitor and ensure compliance of facility technical integrity. Ensure process equipment is available for maintenance through management of the production program to ensure the technical integrity of the asset and production efficiency.
• Manage and maintain an Emergency Response Team in each shift cycle for the area in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements to enhance the safety of employees, environment, and equipment.
• Manage the daily effluent discharge, emission, and waste generated at the production facility to comply with statutory regulations and aim to continuously reduce waste as part of business improvement.
• Provide operations input to Engineering activities and projects to enhance production efficiency.
• Meeting production targets with strict compliance to standards
• Manage the relationships with regulators, and other Stakeholders so that Company’s business can be conducted safely and undisturbed.
• Driving and embedding behavioral change and culture of performance, safety leadership, and continuous improvement at the site.
• Act as Management representative and HSE focal point in the area by complying and enforcing HSE standards with staff and contractors to minimize risk to staff, equipment, and environment.
• Provide support and intelligence to functions providing ancillary services, e.g. community relations, security, etc.

Educational Qualifications & Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree or HND in an Engineering discipline
• 8 – 12 years of production operations experience
• Good understanding of Industry best practices and production principles
• Ability to manage complex technical facilities and have a clear grasp of the position of the asset from a business perspective.
• Demonstrable experience in the management of major emergencies related to process safety, medical, security, and community action.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: HSE Reporting Coordinator

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• Responsible for surveillance and reporting on health and safety practices and systems within the Project.
• Analysis to prevent incidents and precautions against, or adequate control of, exposure to hazardous substances, and danger from flammable, explosive, electrical, noise, radiation, and manual handling risks.
• Shall ensure that project activities comply with COMPANY rules & Project procedures.

Main Responsibilities

• Collect all HSE information (Inspection and incident report, anomalies, audits, walkthroughs, Management visits, etc.) from all Project Site (Ubeta Well pad, OGP, OFS, etc.)
• Input all HSE information (actions from HSE reports, anomalies, incidents) into Synergi.
• Prepare monthly HSE statistical report.
• Follow up on all HSE actions entered in Synergi until they are closed out.
• Issue reminder to personnel on action(s) from Synergi.
• Ensure the functioning of Synergi software on the Project.
• Assist in providing training for HSE supervisors on Synergi.
• Liaise with the company HSE Coordinator for statistical analysis to ensure adequate prevention of incidents.
• Maintain a file of all HSE reports and actions (Audit, Inspection, Incidents, and anomaly).
• Ensure that the Project HSE reporting procedure is fully implemented on all Project Sites
• Liaise with the Contractor to get Contractor HSE information (Reports, Man-hours)
• Maintain Site Health, Safety, and Environmental records and organize and participate in audits to ensure the effective implementation of HSE rules on site.
• Participates actively in all HSE Committee meetings, site planning, and coordination meetings.
• Participate in preparing works and operations, checking that comprehensive incident mitigation measures are enforced.
• Participate in site environmental audits, and monitor, follow up, and assess any agreed corrective recommendations and ensure their implementation.
• Participates actively in all HSE Committee meetings, planning and coordination meetings as well as contributing to defining ways and means to identify/minimize risks and the impact of activities, especially SIMOPS.
• Advocate adequate levels of anomaly reporting amongst the workforce to mitigate against incidents.
• Collate and submit periodic reports on various subjects required to the HSE Coordinator.
• Participate in investigations into accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Foster a strong safety culture throughout the organization by encouraging safe behaviors, recognizing achievements, and promoting open communication.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of safety inspections, anomalies, incidents, training, and other HSE-related activities.
• Track and report HSE performance metrics to management, identifying trends and recommending actions to improve performance.
• Continuous Improvement: Continuously seek opportunities to enhance the HSE management system and promote a safer and more sustainable working environment.

Educational Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental, Geological or Sciences, Occupational Health
• Min. 5 years of professional experience
• Min. 5 years of project experience within the Oil and Gas industry
• Industrial construction field experience with in-depth HSE fieldwork
• Good knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Standards
• Good knowledge of the Synergi tool
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• Quantity Surveyor reports to the Project Manager and is involved in maximizing project margin and adding value to the construction process by proactive involvement in procurement, cost management, and reporting.
• The Quantity Surveyor drives the best value from suppliers and subcontractors. Carries out monthly financial reviews on projects and forecasts final outturn values for cost, sales, and margin.
• The role will maximize the value of monthly applications and measurement and submission of contract variations.
• Timely submission and negotiation of final accounts to the client/main contractor and subcontractors.

Main Responsibilities

• Work with the project management team to develop project budgets and monitor to ensure that actual construction costs are kept within the approved project costs.
• Prepare tender and contract documents, including Bills of Quantities (BOQ) details regarding quantities, with identified commercial risks and ensuring strict adherence to contractual terms and conditions
• Negotiate costs, evaluate bids, and procure the services of contractors, subcontractors, and consultants
• Track variations to contracts that may affect costs and ensure accurate, robust, and timely cash flow and value reporting, periodical forecasting, and cost management for projects
• Track changes to designs and construction work and adjust budget projections accordingly
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, client representatives, and other third parties on commercial issues, including analyzing completed work, agreement on variations, and claims, and the preparation of applications for project payments
• Minimize the costs of projects and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality.
• Identifying, analyzing, and developing the necessary solutions to commercial risks.
• Work closely with the Procurement Team on the development of procurement strategies for projects.
• Performing site visits, assessments, measurement, and valuation of work done on sites.

Other Requirements:

• Commercially astute, numerate, risk-averse & able to accurately forecast cost & sales.
• Good working knowledge of forms of contract currently used within the Building and Civil Engineering industry with the ability to read and interpret Architectural, Structural Mechanical & Electrical drawings.
• Multi-tasking, self-motivated, energetic team player with a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Demonstrable experience in negotiation & construction contracts-FIDIC, SMM and JCT
• Must understand the different types of bonds and applicability – Advance Payment, Retention, Performance, Bid, etc
• Advanced communication skills, including the ability to write clear reports to convey complex information simply to a diverse range of people
• Must understand how to prepare material and labor schedule
• Must be able to prepare BOQ with rates taking off with project drawings
• Must have an excellent understanding of how to prepare valuations and variation claims
• Must understand terms like penultimate valuation, half moiety, LAD, etc.
• Must understand how to price project preliminaries about the extension of time.
• Understanding of HSE building regulations and legal guidelines
• IT literate and able to use Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project & Construction Costing Software.
• Have good practical organization skills, planning of resources, and program scheduling.
• Be able to provide both summarized and detailed reports, on current activities.

Educational Qualifications & Experience

• University Degree in Quantity Surveying
• NIQS certified, QSRBN
• 10 years post-NYSC experience in Construction firm
  Experience in cost control analysis & Change Management.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online