Vacancies at Hobark International Limited (HIL)

Hobark International Limited (HIL) is the parent company of the Hobark group operating in the oil and gas industry. The company was incorporated in 1998, starting as a staffing agency based in Port Harcourt. Currently we have offices in 4 countries with our head office in Lagos.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Well & Surveillance Engineer

Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Permanent / Full time

Description

• The Well & Surveillance Engineer plays a pivotal role in monitoring, evaluating, and optimizing well performance to maximize production efficiency and ensure operational excellence.
• The position requires a deep understanding of well design, surveillance techniques, reservoir behavior, and production systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.
• A minimum of #5 years of experience in well surveillance, well engineering, or production optimization within the oil and gas industry.
• Certifications in relevant technical domains, such as Well Control (IWCF or IADC), are highly desirable.
• Familiarity with industry software (e.g., OFM, PROSPER, Petrel, WellView, Eclipse).
• Membership in a professional organization such as SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers)

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of design, construction, and completion.
• Proficiency in surveillance techniques, well-testing, and data interpretation.
• Knowledge of artificial lift systems and production enhancement technologies.
• Ability to interpret complex data sets to diagnose issues and recommend solutions.
• Strategic thinking to develop optimization plans for underperforming wells.
• Knowledge of HSE standards and ability to implement safety protocols.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and mitigating operational risks.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Willingness to adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
• Commitment to staying updated on industry trends and advancements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey technical information.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Petrophysicist

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Permanent / Full time

Description

• The Petrophysicist provides top-quality petrophysical interpretation skills for formation evaluation in good operations and field evaluation through successful field development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology / Geophysics or Petroleum Geosciences.
• Minimum of #7 years experience in petrophysical modeling and well data interpretation in an active E&P service or operating company.
• Experience in data integration across the Geological, Engineering, and Geophysical Environment.
• Completed first and second levels technical training, introduction to management/interdisciplinary skills.
• Advanced Knowledge of industry-specific G&G software ( Petrel, Kingdom, Decision Space, etc).

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of different petrophysics and formation evaluation software.
• Workstation-based petrophysical interpretation on both wells and fields basis.
• Well-rounded geoscientist experienced in all aspects of play-based evaluation concepts and methods.
• Ability to rapidly analyze and identify critical success factors and risk elements, then focus on these to efficiently develop the opportunity.
• Well correlation analyses and sequence stratigraphy knowledge.
• Strong inter-personal skills coaching, mentorship, team play
• Self-starter with a lot of energy/initiative. Accurate and reliable worker with a high degree of achievement drive, and good presentation and communication skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Gas System & Plant Engineer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Full-Time/Contract

Description

• This role will play a critical role in the design, operation, maintenance, and optimization of gas systems and plant facilities.

Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in gas processing technologies (e.g., NGL recovery, dehydration, sweetening).
• Proficiency in the use of process simulation software such as Aspen HYSYS, AutoCAD, or related tools.
• Familiarity with rotating equipment, pipelines, and gas compression systems.
• Strong ability to analyze complex engineering problems and propose innovative solutions.
• Proficiency in data analysis and performance optimization.
• Experience with project lifecycle management, including planning, execution, and evaluation.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder expectations
• Thorough understanding of Nigerian and international oil and gas industry standards and regulations (e.g., DPR, ISO, API).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Performance & Learning Specialist

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Permanent / Full time

Description

• This role is responsible for creating the people development strategies that will ensure that all staff have the skills, knowledge, and development opportunities required.
• The Performance and Learning Specialist designs, develops, implements, monitors, and measures performance within the company.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. Degree in a relevant field from a reputable University (Minimum of a 2.2)
• #7 years of Cognate experience, 4 of which should be in People Development.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Excellent communication and counseling skills with demonstrated ability to share knowledge
• Strong time management, interpersonal, and communication skills
• A practical, logical, and systematic approach
• Should be detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
• Knowledge of Oracle is an advantage
• Current knowledge of effective learning and development methods
• Familiarity with e-learning platforms and practices
• Experience in project management and budgeting
• Knowledge of People management and vendor management
• Knowledge and Interest in the use of digital and social media to drive forward learning and engagement opportunities.
• Proficient in MS Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; sharp business acumen
• Relationship Management
• Project Management

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Gas System & Plant Engineer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Full-Time/Contract

Description

• This role will play a critical role in the design, operation, maintenance, and optimization of gas systems and plant facilities.

Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in gas processing technologies (e.g., NGL recovery, dehydration, sweetening).
• Proficiency in the use of process simulation software such as Aspen HYSYS, AutoCAD, or related tools.
• Familiarity with rotating equipment, pipelines, and gas compression systems.
• Strong ability to analyze complex engineering problems and propose innovative solutions.
• Proficiency in data analysis and performance optimization.
• Experience with project lifecycle management, including planning, execution, and evaluation.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder expectations
• Thorough understanding of Nigerian and international oil and gas industry standards and regulations (e.g., DPR, ISO, API).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Senior Project Engineer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Permanent / Full time

Job Description

• Lead and oversee the design, planning, execution, and commissioning of oil and gas projects.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring timely delivery within scope and cost.
• Provide technical input for engineering designs, construction, and maintenance.
• Evaluate the feasibility and efficiency of proposed technologies and methodologies.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management and project sponsors.
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery processes and implement best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Petroleum, Civil, or Chemical Engineering preferred)
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in oil and gas project engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior or leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing upstream projects in complex and remote environments.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 certification is mandatory.
• Professional membership in an engineering body (e.g., COREN, NSE), HSE certification, such as NEBOSH or IOSH, is advantageous.
• Deep understanding of upstream oil and gas operations, including drilling, production, and facilities engineering.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards (e.g., API, ASME, and ISO standards).

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: QAQC Engineer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Permanent / Full time

Job Description

• Ensure the quality of products, consumables and materials comply with requirements of established Procedures,
• Gather and properly document all data inputs related to quality compliance reporting and tracking.
• Systematically inspect Contractors’ workshops and construction sites and report / advise any problems, concerns regarding quality and welding activities.
• Ensure discovered non-conformances (NCRs) are identified, tracked, and closed out prior to acceptance of the work requirements.
• Ensure that Contractors issue all the necessary quality documents, and that they are duly signed and filed, whilst monitoring and overseeing the timely production of the quality documentation.
• Monitor Welding, NDT (non-destructive testing) and equipment calibration certification activities and performance whilst checking proper implementation at work/project places for compliance of process, procedures, products, consumables, materials, and personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree / Higher Diploma in Science or Engineering.
• Possess a minimum of 5 years’ active experience in Oil and Gas QAQC activities for Drilling and Completion, Intervention, Production and facilities.
• Demonstrate background and thorough knowledge to codes such as ANSI, B 31.3, 31.4 and 31.8, ASME Section V and IX, API 1104.
• Familiar with NDT methods, visual, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, radiography, vacuum box testing. ASNT/PCN level II RT, UT, MT, PT, RFI (Radiographic Film Interpretation) certification can be an advantage.
• Departmental and Company QHSSE champion.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Planning Engineer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Permanent / Full time

Job Description

• Ensure project implementation as well as work packages and constraints are accurately integrated into project planning scenario.
• Responsible for monitoring progress and producing accurate projections. Ensure other functions have access to accurate current reports and projections and relevant reports are available.
• Develop elaborated proposals for changing processes and procedures assessing the impact on directly related processes/functions.
• Commits to Company core values and ensure full compliance to QHSE policies, standards, procedures, and job specific requirements by leading and driving the culture of Zero Incident, Zero Accident, and Zero spill initiative for field operations.
• Ensure that all necessary field pre-jobs, real-time and post jobs documents are properly utilized and duly signed and filed, whilst monitoring and overseeing the timely production of the quality documentation.
• Coordinate with Contractor, Equipment and Service Providers to provide operational forecasts to allow continuous operations and contingency plans. And provide performance feedback where they were needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college
• Must have at least 4 years of experience in Project Management and a minimum of 2 years of experience in Project Planning.
• Have excellent relevant work experience with significant experience in Oil and Gas Service & Services Project Management in the oil & gas industry
• Have hands on experience using Primavera software/ Microsoft Project

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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