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Do you have a proposal on how to improve the way we install Hywind? Are you working on novel technologies that could optimise the Hywind installation concept? Do you want to play a distinctive role in shaping the future of offshore wind?

Now, we are working on establishing a pilot park in Scotland with five 6 MW turbines and making the installation of Hywind even easier - to enable more markets to reap the benefit of floating offshore wind.

Through the Hywind installation challenge, we are looking inside and outside the energy sector for institutions and companies, large and small, with expertise, intellectual property or experience - that can contribute to make Hywind available in more markets around the world.

What is HYWIND®?
Hywind is a floating wind turbine concept which includes a steel cylinder filled with a ballast of water and rocks. It extends 80-100 metres beneath the sea surface and is attached to the seabed by a three-point mooring spread.

It is constructed to support a wind turbine generator and withstand high winds and waves while producing electricity effectively. Its simple structure makes Hywind relatively light weight and very robust compared to other solutions.

How To Apply:
To submit your proposal, click the link below:

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Bell Oil & Gas specialises in supplying dedicated professional services to the upstream sector of the oil and gas industry. The company is an independent oil services company which was formed and wholly-owned by Nigerians.

Job Details:
Job Title: Business Development Executive (Sales Engineer) Transfer Pumps - SUNDYNE, MARELLI
Location: Lagos
Reports To: Manager Rotating Equipment

Overall Purpose of Job:
To promote the sale and marketing of Sundyne products and allied Pumps
To also promote the sale and marketing of other Rotating Equipment offerings (spare parts, new units and aftermarket services) that the company may add on in due time.

Responsibilities:
Develop product application knowledge (types, features, applications and competitive advantages)
Develop marketing initiatives
Meet agreed sales target. - $700,000k (Q4)
Identify key accounts for the products
Prepare annual marketing/business plans for the products
Prepare month end reports
Prepare quarterly reports for OEMs
Produce penetrating strategy for each OEM product
Prepare sales goal by account and product (New units, spares and services)
Action activities supporting each sales plan
Submit two meaningful client visit reports per week geared towards promotion and sales of RE products
Maintain a fit for purpose client folder
Visit and engage client engineering team on discussions for existing equipment .new units, and upcoming rotating equipment project in order to position our products.
Resolve all technical queries
Provide supporting roles for field service team

Key Performance Indicators:
Status of product application knowledge.
Volume of agreed sales target achieved.
Timelines and quality of quarterly reports sent to OEMs.
Proof of weekly client visit and following reports.
Fitness of client folder maintained.
Number of technical queries resolved.
Percentage of projects identified
No of products- related presentations made.
Timeliness of project close-out in the unit.
Number of new clients identified

Required Competencies:
Excellent power point presentation skills
Sound numeric skill
Relationship management
Excellent communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills
Personal organization

Qualifications and Skills:
At least a HND degree in Mechanical Engineering.
At least 2 years cognate experience.
Sound computer skills;
Sound power point presentation skills.

Remuneration
N2.20M - N3.63M per annum.

Application Method:
To apply for this job, click the link below:

http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/11/latest-sales-engineer-sales-executive.html

Bell Oil & Gas specialises in supplying dedicated professional services to the upstream sector of the oil and gas industry. The company is an independent oil services company which was formed and wholly-owned by Nigerians.

Job Details:
Job Title: Assistant Supply Chain Manager (Oil and Gas Servicing)
Location: Lagos
Reports To: Supply Chain Manager

Overall Purpose of Job:
To assist in the sourcing for and purchase of items for clients from all over the world at the right price, from the right source and delivered in the right quality, right quantity and on time to clients, while overseeing the team.

Responsibilities:
Supply chain process implementation.
Managing Line pipes procurement and logistics.
Timely sourcing for and ordering items from all over the world at the right price and fit for purpose.
Managing internal and external relationships.
Timely conversion of Requests for quotes(RFQs) to Purchase Orders(Pos)
Processing P.Os to agreed scope.
Expediting orders.
Providing timely feedback to potential suppliers on previously received quotations.
Generally assisting the Supply Chain Manager.

General Tasks:
Assist in overseeing the implementation of the Supply Chain Process to meet company's objectives.
Work within established Supply Chain Procedures for requisition, processing, validation, delivery and invoicing.
Achieve agreed RFQs conversion to P.Os.
Process P.Os to agreed scope.
Assist with procurement market research.
Ensure continuous Supply Chain Improvement.
Develop and manage relationship with suppliers, locally and internationally.
Control inventory.
Assist in managing all Supply Chain Projects.
Maintain sound relationship with relevant regulatory agencies.
Ensure the validation of goods and documents.
Expedite orders.
Provide feedback to potential suppliers on previously received quotations.
Produce Supply Chain Performance reports, monthly.
Drive Line Pipes and OCTG sourcing and management team.
Build and maintain an effective database for tracking OEMs, Pipes and OCTG mills, OEM accredited distributors, stockists and Equipment suppliers.
Provide guide and support on all Major Tenders and Service Contracts.
Coordination of Supply Chain activities in the absence of the Supply Chain Manager
Assist in the management of a data base of approved efficient Customs clearing agents.
Assist in the management of a data base of approved efficient trucking companies.
Assist in the timely clearing of goods from the ports.
Ensure the training and development of team members to close up identified process gaps.
Assist in ensuring that goods are delivered on time within agreed price and fit for the customer’s purpose.
Maintain good relationship with internal and external customers.
Attend management meeting in the absence of the Supply Chain Manager.
Attend negotiation meetings with clients.
Coordinate Supply Chain Meeting.
Maintain comprehensive filing system.
Maintain high degree of confidentiality and safety of documents.
Effectively manage all staff in the team.

Key Performance Indicators:
Percentage of timely deliveries.
Percentage of RFQs converted to Pos.
Percentage of RFQs processed within the 24 hours quotation dispatch rule.
Percentage of P.Os processed within scope.
Percentage of deliveries made with appropriate documents.
Percentage of timely payments made by finance owing to correct information from Supply Chain.
Percentage of satisfied internal clients.

Qualifications and Skills:
A graduate of a tertiary educational institution.
At least five years on-the job Oil and Gas Procurement Service Experience.
Excellent knowledge of the delivery requirements of the Exploration and Production (E& P) Oil Companies.
Purchase order management skill.
Goods/documents validation skill
Excellent knowledge of clearing procedures at Nigerian ports; familiarization with the 5- stage clearing process, proper computation and validation of custom duties on all imported items.
Excellent negotiation skill.
Long range procurement planning capability.
Trucking logistics management skill.
Excellent international sourcing skill.
Good documentation skills.
Receiving and inspection skills.
Project management skill.
Passion to deliver
Excellent RFQ processing skill.
Excellent on-line bidding skill.
Proficient in the use of Nigerian Customs tariff.
Expediting skill.
Inventory/stock management skill.
Good interpersonal skills
Excellent MS Excel /Spread sheet skills.
Analytical skills to define and solve problems.
Relationship management
Oral and written communication skills.
Proficient in the use of MS Project Soft ware.
Excellent e-mail skills
Integrity
Good multi-tasking skill.

Remuneration
N3.99M - N 5.78M per annum.

Application Method:
To apply for this job, click the link below:

http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/11/bell-oil-gas-limited-assistant-supply.html

The Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo) and her co-ventures announces the commencement of the 2014 SNEPCo LiveWIRE Nigeria Programme for Lagos State.


SNEPCo LiveWIRE Nigeria Programme is a youth enterprise development programme which aims to inspire, encourage and support young people aged 18-35 to start up their own businesses through the provision of finance and training for young entrepreneurs.

Objectives:
Enable youths to establish businesses through provision of business planning and management guidelines and skills through the Become a Successful Owner Manager Course.
Run awards for candidates with the best business plans. The award provides access to micro-credit facilities, through third parties like banks, NGOs and allied financial institutions.
Provide a volunteer monitoring programme for those who have completed the training course and decide to pursue starting their own business.

Programme Content:
Bright Ideas and Become a Successful Business Owner Manager workshops
Business Awareness Forum
Young Business Leaders Awards
Business Incubation and support services
Business Information and Enquiry Service

Applications are invited from:
Male and female applicants from any part of the country aged between 18-35years
Male and female applicants resident in Lagos state
Male and female applicants with desire to establish or have existing business in Lagos state
Male and female applicants with an innovative business idea
Male and female applicants with higher education

How to apply:
To apply for this program, click the link below:
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http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/10/shell-nigeria-young-entrepreneurs.html[/url]

The event is your number one opportunity in West Africa, free to attend on-the-floor workshops and networking opportunities. The West African Power Industry Convention, which takes place on 18/19 November in Lagos, at the Eko Hotel. WAPIC brings together senior decision makers from utilities, governments, large power users, IPPs, consultants, contractors and regulators to source the latest solutions and technologies to meet the needs of their organisations.

With over 162 million people, Nigeria has the 7th largest populations and is one of the fastest growing economies in the world. Nigeria’s economic performance is one of the most robust in Africa and an adequate power supply is a pre requisite for a stable economy. Overall GDP growth for 2013 was 6.81% well above the projected global growth average of 3.5%.

Today, Nigeria is an attractive destination for Foreign Direct Investment. In the last 3 years, Nigeria has attracted over 10% of the total FDI to Africa totalling over US$20b. This performance is driven by favourable political, economic and demographic realities.

Conference:
The 2 day conference will update you on the power sector reforms plus presentations and panel discussions addressing electricity power generation, transmission and distribution issues. Discover new opportunities in the sectors and get insight on planned cross-border co-operations.

Exhibition:
With a comprehensive display of 90 exhibitors, free to attend on-the-floor workshops and networking opportunities, the WAPIC exhibition is your number one opportunity in West Africa to gain valuable insight into new market developments, select suppliers and save months on due diligence.

How To Register
For enquiries and registration, click the link below for details:
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http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/10/west-african-power-industry-convention.html[/url]

The 2014 Lagos International Trade Fair is organised by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry. The Fair which is staged with the support and co-operation of the Federal and the State Governments covers all aspects of business and economic activities in Nigeria. It offers a unique exposition for manufacturers, suppliers, buyers and users of a wide range of goods and services as well as opportunities for investment and trade promotion.

VENUE:
The Fair will take place at the Main Arena, Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos, Nigeria with a total exhibition space of over 40,000m2.

DATE:
Friday 7th – Sunday 16th November, 2014

The trade fair will attract about 500,000 visitors from within and outside the Country including businessmen, investors, customers, top government officials and representatives of Nigeria’s important trading houses and those seeking joint-venture partnerships.

PARTICIPATION IS OPEN TO:
- Business organisations in Nigeria;
- Overseas organisations and Governments; ECOWAS member States;
- Diplomatic Missions and trade Representatives;
- Federal and State Government-owned Companies;
- Agencies and Parastatals; as well as
- Research and Educational institutions

In line with the country’s development priorities, special emphasis will be given to products and services in the following sectors:

Agriculture and Food Production
Building and Construction materials and systems
Industrial & Production machinery including
Oil, Gas and Petro-chemical
Mining and Energy
Transport / Aviation
Telecommunications
Business Equipment and Data Processing Systems
Training and Education
Healthcare and Safety Equipment
Banking and Finance Services
Scientific/Technological Break-through

For more information and to register for this great event, click the link below for details:

http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/10/lagos-international-trade-fair-2014.html

A leader in power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve performance while lowering environmental impact. The companies operates in around 100 countries and employs about 145,000 people.

Job Details:
Job title: Sales Engineer Power Products - EPC & Distributors
Job ID: NG55715619_E1
Location: Lagos,,Nigeria
Contract type: Regular/Permanent
Job function: Sales

Job Description:
As a Sales Engineer you will need to conduct Power Products sales activities in order to meet company targets & KPIs.

Tasks:
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Maintain relationships and visit with existing customers
- Seek new clients and establish relationships with new channel partners
- Understand, manage and interpret customer requirements/needs
- Provide technical support and assistance at Project specification stage
- Travel/visit potential clients within Nigeria
- Communicate ABB Products/services values to clients
- Negotiate tender and contract terms
- Provide the management with Marketing Intelligence
- Perform won/lost analysis for major opportunities
- Record and maintain client contact data
- Support marketing by attending Exhibitions, conferences and other marketing events
- Make product presentations
- Liaise with other members of the sales team
- Solve and proactively respond to client problems
- Follow up with clients in receivables collection
- Ensure smooth execution from Order booking till customer delivery and financial closeout
- Communication with Technical Department/Proposals team to prepare technical offer
- Follow up with logistics to ensure proper dispatch and order handling

Requirements:
Your Bachelor Degree should be in Engineering and at least 3-5 years of experience in a commercial environment with sales, marketing within the Power sector, Industrial or EPC sector
Experience in multinational organization is an asset
Experience with customer specifications review, proposal development, and contract development
Fluency in both spoken & written English language is required

Application Method:
To apply for this job, click the link below:
[url]
http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/10/abb-nigeria-latest-engineering-job.html[/url]

ABB is a leader in power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve performance while lowering environmental impact. The ABB Group of companies operates in around 100 countries and employs about 145,000 people.

For each position, we look for candidates with the right competencies who show strong potential. Our recruitment process is rigorous and, although it may vary in different countries depending on local law and practice, we always focus only on job-related skills and experience to ensure the selection is fair and transparent for all candidates.

1. Specify position and advertise:
Line managers specify requirements for a particular position, including job-specific responsibilities, competencies and academic qualifications, as well as any other relevant information.

HR creates advertisements that are posted on our website.
Candidates apply online, and we confirm receipt of applications by e-mail.

2. Initial selection:
HR evaluates applications and reviews candidates who have registered with ABB previously. Profiles matching the requirements of the advertised position are chosen for the next step.

3. First interview:
Candidates participate in an initial interview, either in a video conference, or on the phone, or face to face. We are also trying out new technologies so we can interview people all over the world as easily as possible. One example is the Web interview: We send you an e-mail invitation with questions, you choose a time and a place to record your answers using a video conference camera. We then review your answers at a later stage.

In addition to discussing your experience and qualifications during the first interview, an HR representative assesses competencies required for the job and checks for an overall cultural fit with the organization.
We thoroughly train our recruiters and all employees involved in recruitment to select candidates objectively and in line with our recruitment principles.

4. Second interview:
Short-listed candidates are called in for a more in-depth discussion, during which the hiring manager assesses technical competencies required for the job.

We then inform applicants whether or not they have been successful within a reasonable time frame.
Where legislation allows, we do give feedback to unsuccessful candidates if requested.

5. Job offer:
When making an offer, we follow these steps:

The hiring manager and HR agree on the terms and conditions of employment.
Academic and professional qualifications are verified.
Compliance checks are carried out for candidates where necessary.
After the candidate's explicit permission is obtained, references are checked with current and previous employers.
Where a work visa is necessary or required by local law, we check work-permit and/or right-to-work status requirements.
We also obtain medical clearance, including a drug test where required.
We offer the job to successful candidates.

6. Hiring and onboarding:
Before officially joining the company, new employees receive onboarding material including the ABB Group Code of Conduct. They have to read it, and declare that they understand and will adhere to it. After that, employment contracts can be signed.

Click the link below to apply for ABB Nigeria Jobs:
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Please find some summary of the Live Tenders from Oil and Gas Sector :

1 – Petroleum Products | Tanzania | TID: 11282887
Construction of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) & Piped Natural Gas (PNG) Distribution Network. |
Due on 07 November 2014

2 - Crude Oil / Natural Gas / Mineral Fuels | Iraq | TID: 11852190
Provision of Project Management Consultancy (PMC) for Gas Process Plant. |
Due on 19 October 2014

3 - Petroleum Products | UAE | TID: 11741898
Provision of EPCC of Source Water Plant 1 (SWP1) Expansion for Halfaya Oilfield Phase 3. |
Due on 28 October 2014

4 – Petroleum Products | Iraq | TID: 11873619
Provision of Engineering Consultations & Quality Control Services for Petronas Cargali Iraq Holding BV (PCIHBV0 Garraf Operations. |
Due on 28 October 2014

5 - Corporations/ Assoc/ Chambers/ Govt Agencies | Kyrgyzstan | TID: 11915522
Supply of Fuel & Diesel. |
Due on 07 October 2014

6 – Petroleum Products | Kuwait | TID: 10917652
Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning of New Refinery Project at Al Zoor. |
Due on 26 October 2014

7 - Petroleum Products | Qatar | TID: 11616592
Engineering, Procurement, Construction & Commissioning Services for Integrated Flare & Gas Recovery System Project. |
Due on 22 October 2014

For complete information of the tenders, click the link below for details:

http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/09/live-tenders-from-oil-and-gas-sector.html

Register today for the 15th Annual Nigeria Oil & Gas Exhibition and secure free fast track entry into the exhibition. Nigeria Oil & Gas Conference & Exhibition (NOG), part of NOG Week 2015, is West Africa’s leading oil and gas event returns to Abuja on 16-19 March 2015.

Under the auspices of the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources and Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), NOG is the established meeting place for the entire Nigerian oil and gas value chain from Ministries and Government organisations to leading international and indigenous producers and service providers.

NOG this year will bring together a distinguished line-up of local and international speakers to establish best practice and discuss practical solutions, enabling Nigeria to continue its journey towards transformation and growth.

The exhibition is free to attend for all industry & trade professionals who pre register. All attendees who do not pre-register, but register at the event will be required to pay an entry fee of 2,000N.

Why visit the exhibition?
3-days of exhibition
See and test the latest industry technologies, products and services
Network with high profile members of the industry including government officials, IOC and NOC representatives and service companies
Hear expert insights into the technical and operational challenges that the Nigerian oil and gas industry at the NCI Technical Seminars

For more information and registration, click on the link below:

http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/09/nigeria-oil-gas-conference-exhibition.html

The Federal Government has stated its resolve to support the long term gas supply security for the European Union countries as part of measures to expand the nation’s gas market across veritable frontiers.

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Speaking after discussions with Günther Oettinger, the EU Energy Commissioner, on the margins of the 11th EU-OPEC Energy Dialogue Ministerial Meeting in Brussels, Belgium, the Minister of Petroleum Resources and Alternate President of the OPEC Conference, Mrs. Diezani Alison-Madueke, said the country is prime to explore its gas potentials to the fullest. .

The discussions focused on the role Nigeria can play in supporting the EU’s energy sector priorities, and particularly the long-term security and diversification of gas supplies. Mrs Alison-Madueke highlighted that gas production has increased to over 8 billion cubic feet per day, and Nigeria is the eighth largest gas producer in the world, and sixth largest gas supplier to Europe.

Mrs Alison-Madueke emphasised that Nigeria has over 180 trillion cubic feet (tcf) of discovered reserves and up to 600 tcf of undiscovered gas reserves, noting that significant investment is planned to support expansion of the sector in the coming years. While increasing domestic power generation is a priority for the government, export capacity will also rapidly grow, particularly as new LNG projects are completed, She noted.

Mr Oettinger said that he recognise the long-term potential of Nigeria’s energy sector and would welcome further discussions to explore ways for greater collaboration between the EU and Nigeria.
Speaking further, Mrs. Alison-Madueke observed: It was an extremely productive meeting with Mr. Oettinger, and I look forward to continuing to work with him to build an even stronger relationship between Nigeria and the EU.”

Earlier , Mrs Alison-Madueke had given a keynote address at the Ministerial Meeting, in her role as Alternate President of the OPEC Conference, during which she highlighted the strength of the trade and energy relations between OPEC and the EU countries. She noted that OPEC countries supply the EU with over thirty per cent of annual oil consumption and nearly twenty per cent of annual gas demand.

She highlighted the role of OPEC in ensuring stability, transparency and predictability in the international oil markets, which is essential as the global economies recover and strengthen. Mrs. Alison-Madueke stated that in the long term, OPEC member countries will continue to play an essential role, and it is anticipated that they will provide as much as 11 million barrels per day (Mbpd) out of the anticipated 18 Mbpd of additional oil required to meet the expected worldwide demand growth by 2035.

In order to maintain growth and investment, the Petroleum Minister emphasized the importance of maintaining reforms in emerging economies. She noted that one such reform in Nigeria is the Petroleum Industry Bill, PIB, currently before Nigeria’s National Assembly, which will change the face of the country’s petroleum operations and ensure they remain in line with international standards and best practices.

She noted that reform in the energy sector will support the longer-term economic priorities of Africa’s largest economy, with significant investment planned in infrastructure, power generation, industry and agriculture, as well as in health and education services. The approach is similar to what obtains in other OPEC member countries, which are actively pursuing economic diversification strategies. In turn, the EU is playing a vital role in supporting the development of renewable energy technology to support the long-term diversification of primary energy sources.

Source Link: http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/09/nigeria-to-support-eu-long-term-gas.html

The best people and the best technologies taking on the toughest challenges. Finding solutions in energy, health and home, transportation and finance. Building, powering, moving and curing the world. Not just imagining. Doing. GE works.
GE Oil & Gas Project Management Regional Program 2014

Job Details:
Job Title: O&G Project Management Regional Program 2014
Job Number: 1988505
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Business: GE Oil & Gas


Role Summary/Purpose:
The Project Management Regional Program (PMRP) accelerates the development of project management personnel through intensive training in the areas of technical, commercial, field site management and leadership skills.

Essential Responsibilities:
Graduates leave the program with leadership skills necessary to fulfill both customer and business objectives. The program, which commences during the Fourth Quarter of 2014, is a two-year program spanning three eight-month rotational assignments in various project management functional disciplines (commercial operations, quality, sourcing, contract management, finance, project controls, logistics, project management, lean, field / construction and technical) and typically will include international assignment/s as well. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are expected to take on a role as a full time "Project Manager Associate" role within the GE O&G Products business.

Qualifications/Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university preferably in Technical Engineering disciplines or Business Administration
Minimum of 2 years of industry experience and a maximum of 5 years
Ability to complete multi-business, multi-location rotations, and travel both domestically and / or internationally for up to 8 months per rotation
Ability to do field site rotation if less than 8 months field site experience
Ability to make 2-year commitment to sponsoring business upon graduation
Mandatory good level of English language knowledge
A valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate will be required.
Must have valid authorization to work full-time without any restriction in Nigeria

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:
Experience in O&G Industries
Proven leadership skills and prior experience leading projects or teams
Minimum of 2 years of Work Experience preferably in the O&G Sector
Internal candidate recently graduate from Sub Sahara Africa Early Career Development Program will be taken in consideration as well if they have shown an outstanding performance during the previous rotational experience
Excellent written, oral communication and facilitation skills

Application Method:
To apply for this job, click the link below for details:
[url]
http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/09/ge-oil-gas-project-management-regional.html[/url]

Baker Hughes is one of the world's largest oilfield services companies. It operates in over 90 countries, providing the oil and gas industry with products and services for drilling, formation evaluation, completion, production and reservoir consulting.2015 Opportunities - Engineering Internship at Baker Hughes Nigeria


Job Details:
Job Title: Intern
Location: Port Harcourt

Job Description
Baker Hughes offers exciting internship opportunities for university candidates currently studying for a qualification in Engineering or Sciences.
If you are pursuing a Bachelor s or Master s degree and looking for valuable work experience with a world-leading company, consider a challenging internship at Baker Hughes.

Interns work under direct supervision of an experienced Baker Hughes staff to assist in the day-to-day operations and tasks in accordance with our Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) operational practices and procedures.

While the type of work will vary from location and product line, the internship provides a great opportunity to complement your academic preparation with direct, hands-on experience in one of our facilities. In addition, it provides fundamental understanding of our company and builds the necessary knowledge, business sense and teamwork ability to prepare yourself for your future career.

Depending on the actual internship placement, you may learn how to develop, design, manufacture and assemble our products. We are always looking for bright graduates with fresh ideas who will help us to find novel ways to solve our customers complex technical problems.
If you are successful in your application, regardless of the business area you are allocated, you will be expected to share Baker Hughes commitment to our Core Values:
Integrity, Performance, Teamwork and Learning.

This means you will need to demonstrate the following attitudes and behaviors:
You are eager to develop yourself within the workplace,
You can successfully work in a team and can build collaborative relationships,
You successfully apply your learning from your academic study.

There is the real opportunity for successful interns to be employed by Baker Hughes before graduating. Baker Hughes offers a wide range of structured graduate training programs allowing our engineers to rapidly gain knowledge and experience in their area of expertise.

This, combined with increased exposure in our organization, help develop our engineers in order to develop new tools or processes that will enable the company and industry to grow in future. Essential qualifications/requirements

For our internship opportunities we are seeking penultimate year students who:
are currently enrolled in a minimum 4-year Bachelor s or Master s at the time of their internship, in a relevant technical discipline
have a minimum 3.0 GPA (or equivalent, e.g. 2nd upper/ WAM 60 and above)
have English language proficiency (this may be assessed as part of the selection process)
are involved in extracurricular activities in university

Application Method:
To apply for this job, click the link below for details:

http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/09/2015-opportunities-engineering.html

This is good news, but the majority of companies still have a ways to go when it comes to really managing their companies for the long-term including staying on top of their key sustainability value drivers. This is driven largely by the short-term demands of investors. The next wave of progress could come from long-term oriented investors taking strategic stakes in long-term oriented companies to put in place the incentives that create the most long-term value for everyone.

Corporate Knights has ranked Statoil number four, and the number-one energy company, on the Global 100 list of the world’s most sustainable corporations. The announcement was made at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland last week.
Statoil Ranked as World’s Most Sustainable Energy Company

According to Corporate Knights, the aim of the Global 100 is to "reinforce, raise awareness and showcase, annually, world leaders in corporate sustainability, including those that have been able to balance environmental performance, social performance and economic performance while delivering superior returns to investors."

To see full list of Top ranked companies 2014, click the link below:

http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/09/the-worlds-100-most-sustainable.html

The oil and gas industry is booming and there is a huge demand for workers. Oil and gas employees received the highest pay raises last year. According to PayScale, a firm that tracks salaries, their hourly wages increased by more than 11 percent from April in 2013 to the same month this year. By contrast, the average wage hike across the economy was about 2 percent, which was just enough to keep up with inflation.

Oil and gas industry experts say not only are there plenty of newly created jobs but also thousands of positions will be vacated soon by retiring workers. The American Petroleum Institute warns of a “great crew change,” opening thousands of jobs to workers with the right skills.

During the past decade, the United States has made tremendous strides in producing more domestic energy. Advances in technology, including hydraulic fracturing and directional drilling, have enabled the development of America’s shale formations, greatly increasing the nation’s energy bounty.
The results have been nothing short of spectacular. The United States is now the world’s largest natural gas producer, and by next year the United States is expected to exceed the nation’s oil production record set in 1972.

Furthermore, much of the new energy development has occurred on private land as landowners have signed contracts allowing drilling companies to spud wells on their property. A survey conducted among royalty owners—landowners who have leased their property for energy development—indicates they have been pleased with the outcome. More than 90 percent who responded to the survey say they would lease their land again, if given the opportunity.

The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports that more than 162,000 new U.S. jobs were created from 2007 through 2012. IHS Global Insight says another 1.3 million jobs are expected to be created by 2030.

Jobs in the upstream portion of the oil and gas industry pay more than twice the average national wage, and opportunities abound for college students who are considering declaring a major in engineering. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that petroleum engineers receive a median annual salary of more than $132,000, which is more than many top executives earn and far higher than the U.S. median household income of $51,017 reported in 2012.

Most college students, however, tend to select majors for which they are ill-suited or ill-equipped. According to a study by Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce, engineering is not on the list of the top ten majors, yet it pays significantly more. Perhaps that explains at least part of the reason why so many college graduates find themselves living at home, working at minimum-wage jobs, and burdened with college-loan debt.

The oil and gas industry has been the best-performing business sector in recent years, certainly since the beginning of the Great Recession. And it could offer even more opportunities if the Administration would adopt the right policies, such as opening more federally owned land to exploration. There’s a lot to like about the oil and gas industry, particularly now when the world is becoming an increasingly hostile place.

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Nigeria LNG Limited was incorporated as a limited liability company on May 17, 1989, to harness Nigeria's vast natural gas resources and produce Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs) for export. The company has a wholly-owned subsidiary, Bonny Gas Transport (BGT) Limited, which provides shipping services for NLNG and Nigeria LNG Ship Manning Limited which provides personnel for all of NLNG’s Vessels. Our LNG is delivered to ports in cities around the world.Graduate Laboratory Analyst at Nigeria LNG Limited
Graduate Laboratory Analyst Vacancy at Nigeria LNG Limited

Job Details:
Job Title: Laboratory Analyst
Job Ref: PD/PTL2014/001
Location: Bonny

The Job:
The appointee will be required to:
Provide safe custody of analytical equipment and quality assurance work in support of the analytical applications in 1 of the 2 sections of the laboratory, and
Support operations to achieve the production targets, providing non delayed services.

The Duties:
The duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
Carry out timely and reliable routine and non-routine own section analytical tasks according to Sample Manger schedule and as may be assigned involving a combination of different laboratory techniques.
Assist to carry out normal, non-specialist maintenance & troubleshooting of equipment under custody.
Contribute to and carry out test method validation including quality assurance work for the analytical applications under custody according to ASTM D6299 guidelines in compliance with ISO 17025 requirements.
Contribute to the HSE performance of the laboratory including daily housekeeping tasks, waste inventory update and disposal, safe handling of sample bottles and empty gas cylinders according to ISO 14001 standards with adherence to industry best practices.
Contribute to and realize targets to ensure continuous improvements of laboratory services to customers including development of standard operating procedures for own custody laboratory equipment and analytical test methods according to site wide management systems requirements.

The Person:
The right candidate should:
Possess HND (minimum of Upper Credit) preferably in Chemistry or related Analytical Chemical Technology discipline.
Have a minimum of 1 year post-qualification technical experience preferably in the Oil and Gas industry.
Not more than 30 years old as 31st December, 2014.

Application Method:
To apply for this job, click the link below to apply now:
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The Nigeria Oil & Gas Trade and Investment Forum (NOGTIF) 2014 is a prestigious industry event organised by the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade & Investment in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources and Orlean Invest West Africa Limited, and supported by the Federal Ministry of Transport.

This two day conference and exhibition will take place from 30-31 October 2014 and will welcome thousands of delegates to the Onne Oil & Gas Free Zone to learn, network and do business.

The conference and exhibition will bring together thousands of senior level decision and policy makers from the global oil and gas industry, and will focus on trade and investment opportunities in Nigeria and the oil and gas sector, particularly the Onne Oil and Gas Free Zone.

The Nigeria Oil & Gas Trade and Investment Forum 2014 will offer delegates the opportunity to:
Learn more about the Free Trade Zone and investment opportunities
Hear from Nigerian dignitaries including the Minister of Trade and Investment
Network with top global executives and key decision makers
Explore new products and suppliers from a range of exhibiting companies
Discover solutions that are relevant to your business objectives

For inquiries and registration, [url]http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/09/nigeria-oil-gas-trade-and-investment.html
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National independent energy supply is not a new concept, it has been around for centuries; but I think it is much more relevant now than it has ever been. All countries require energy, just like we require food, shelter and clothing.

Energy provides everything from economic growth to sustainable civilizations. Basically without energy there is no bulk production of food, employment, transport, education or medical facilities Not just the basics of civilization but all the luxury items as well. Those of us that have energy can't live without it (literally) and those that do not, are hell bent on obtaining it.

A sustainable and affordable energy supply is no longer enough. Nations must also strive to have an independent energy supply. Independent energy supply is when a nation is self sufficient in supplying all of it's own energy requirements; hence it is not dependent on another country to supply its energy or its energy fuel. It is in control and not overly influenced by others. Perhaps this is the new definition of a truly sustainable civilization.

The world's conflicts are currently increasing to a level not seen since the second world war. This is causing either a decrease in energy fuel supply and or an increase in pricing. Nations are not as neighborly as they used to be; take Europe, Africa, South East Asia and the Middle East as examples. These areas that are not in armed conflict are certainly drawing lines in the sand politically.

Nations should now be looking to achieve an independent energy supply; to be in total control of it's own energy and energy fuel to ensure a sustainable civilization. It doesn't really matter what type of energy or energy fuel they choose, but it must be readily and abundantly available within that nations geographical and political boundaries. Click the link below to readmore:

http://www.oilandgasrepublic.com/2014/09/national-independent-energy-supply-is.html

Wood Group PSN are the largest provider of brownfield services to the oil and gas industry. Our global network of over 29 000 people in more than 35 countries offers high integrity services that optimise the performance of facilities, maintain production, reduce operating costs, ensure asset integrity and extend the operating life of fields.

Brief Posting Description:
We are currently recruiting for a Lead Instrument & Control Engineer on a 6/2 rota basis located at our Offices in Lagos, Nigeria .

This requirement is to work on a 6/2 week rotational basis in Lagos, Nigeria where we have established a joint venture with a local engineering company and we wish to resource a technical Instrument & Control leader to help us establish our business in country and to assist in growing our organisation in a constructive and sustainable manner.

The successful candidate will be required to establish and maintain the technical standards within the piping discipline, set strategic and tactical direction with regard to policy/procedures, work force staffing and budgeting.

Also participate in decisions regarding the acquisition and execution of engineering and/or engineering, procurement & construction (EPC) contracts, and support business acquisitions and the preparation of technical proposals.

This is a management level position with full responsibility for hiring decisions, staffing levels, budgets, salary administration, and career development of assigned personnel within an engineering discipline.


Job Requirements:
Additional Details
Why is WGPSN `where you want to be :

We are the largest brownfield oil and gas service company in the world so there are always opportunities for the best people to fast track their careers through understanding and living the company?s core values
We have operations globally so your career has the ability to bring you to some of the most interesting places in the world
Our training and competence teams will provide you with the tools and ability to progress your career

Application Method:
To apply for this job, click the link below for details:

http://www.ndubestexplorer.com/2014/07/lead-instrument-control-engineer.html

GE works on things that matter. The best people and the best technologies taking on the toughest challenges. Finding solutions in energy, health and home, transportation and finance. Building, powering, moving and helping to cure the world. Not just imagining.

Job Details:
Job title: Senior Project Management Leader
Location: Lagos - Nigeria

Role Summary/Purpose
The Senior Manager - Project Management demonstrates accountability for functional, business, and broad company objectives. In this role you will integrate and develop processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional areas of expertise, be involved in long-term planning, and contribute to the overall business strategy.

Essential Responsibilities
• Manage portfolio performance across multiple projects in the sub region in collaboration with dedicated Project Managers
• Be Responsible for overall project deliverables and managing multiple constraints associated with the various project (schedule / financials / customer requirements)
• Define and maximize the GE customer value proposition and competitive response across the various business segments in the sub region
• Understand customer needs and plans, current and future and ensure that customer and partner relationships are proactively managed
• Interface with commercial and engineering functions to coordinate project development, implementation, and control, resulting in project volume and profitability
• Responsible for the Contribution Margin of projects and will play a proactive role in problems identification and resolution during the project by highlighting potential areas of concern and promptly driving other departments in solving issues which affect project execution
• Responsible of developing a PMO mindset within the organization with focus on Project Quality Management, Risk, Project Control and Planning initiatives within the Region
• Ensure all team members are trained and compliant on the Global Project Organization and applicable business processes, tools and methods.
• Be the point of contact between the local operations and project teams and cross-functional/P&L interfaces.
• Drive organizational and functional effectiveness in order to achieve business goals and develop employees
• Create an environment which enables the attraction of new, qualified talent to the organization.

Qualifications/Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or equivalent from an accredited university or college.
• At least 7 to 10 additional years of experience in project management
• At least 5 years of experience in a management role
• At least 2 years in a Sales, Marketing, Commercial Operations or related role

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively

Desired Characteristics
• Master’s degree in Business Administration or Engineering is preferred.
• Significant Project, Construction, Field Engineering and/or Contract Management experience in the Oil and Gas Industry.
• High energy level - self-starter.
• Deep technical knowledge of product lines and associated systems.
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Ability to drive and manage change in a dynamic environment.
• Microsoft suite proficiency.
• Six Sigma training (GE employees only).
• Proven ability to effectively manage a team / organization.
• Strong people and performance management, and strategic and operations planning
• Strong skills in customer relationship building, facilitation, and matrix management
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leaderships skills
• GE Leadership Development program (PMDP, PMLP, OMLP, JOLP, RELP or equivalent)

Application Method:
To apply for this job, click the link below to apply now:

http://www.ndubestexplorer.com/2014/07/senior-project-management-leader.html

After months of searching you finally found the perfect job. During the interview process you felt a connection with your future employer and the feeling was mutual. Now comes the not so fun part of saying goodbye to your current employer.

Even if your boss is the devil incarnate you should do your best to leave on good terms. You never know when you’ll need a recommendation or when your paths may cross again. Here are six ways to ensure you’ll leave with your reputation intact.

Tell your boss first:
No matter what your relationship has been with your boss always tell him or her you are leaving before you tell your coworkers. You don’t want your boss to hear about your new job though the rumor mill. It will only serve to make you look bad. Many industries are smaller than you think and you never know who knows who. Your current boss may be friends with a future employer.

Just share the facts:
Giving your notice is not the time to air every grievance you’ve had during your tenure. Refrain from dumping your emotional baggage, making accusations or reciting a laundry list of complains. Be clear and concise when talking to your boss or HR. Focus on sharing information and facts that can be verified rather than generalities. Make a list before you give notice to help keep yourself on track.

Protect yourself:
Before you quit make sure you don’t have a noncompete agreement in place that will prevent you from accepting your new position. Not only might your previous employers sue you if you break a noncompete agreement, they may be able to sue your new employer as well. If you have questions contact your nearest labor office or see an attorney.

Get your bonus:
It may not be a good idea to leave before you get your bonus. Companies pay bonuses as an incentive so if you leave before you receive your bonus your employer may look for any excuse not to pay you. Also, some companies have written policies that say you must be employed with them at the time the bonus is paid in order to receive it. Check your company’s guidelines.

Give your boss notice:
Remember the golden rule of leaving any job: Don’t burn bridges. Be sure to give your employer enough notice so that they are not left hanging. If possible, offer to help find and train your replacement. While you may be tempted to slack off once you’ve resigned don’t do it. Give your best until the end of your last day.

Don’t brag:
Your next job may be the perfect opportunity with an awesome company and the best boss
ever. But, there’s no need to share that with your current boss and coworkers. However, long you’ve been with your current employer there’s no reason to let your boss and coworkers know how happy you are to be leaving. That’s what having drinks with your BFF is for.

Having a new job is exciting. Whatever your reason for making a move - a bump in salary or more flexibility or whatever – make sure that you leave your current position on the best terms possible. Leaving gracefully is about more than not burning bridges, it’s about moving on with your integrity intact.

Source Link: http://www.ndubestexplorer.com/2014/07/6-steps-to-take-before-quiting-job.html

So whether you’re angling for a raise, a promotion or just a few kind words from your boss, here are a few common workplace mistakes you should quickly correct. Your employer will appreciate your new found productivity, and so will you.

1. You’re Getting In Late
Even if your boss lets you set your own schedule, you should still aim to get to work early. A recent study found that bosses tend to exhibit a “morning bias,” rating employees who get in to work early as more productive and conscientious than employees who get in later -- even if they put in the same number of hours throughout the day.

2. You’re Checking Your Email First Thing In The Morning
It seems counterintuitive, but checking your email first thing in the morning can put a damper on your productivity for the entire day, according to time management expert Julie Morgenstern. Starting your day by responding to 46,966 emails puts you in immediate stress mode, and that will make it harder to focus later on.

“Those requests and those interruptions and those unexpected surprises and those reminders and problems are endless,” Morgenstern told The Huffington Post.
Instead, Morgenstern recommends starting your day with an important task that requires focus and then moving on to more trivial matters like replying to emails. "There is very little that cannot wait a minimum of 59 minutes,” she said.

Super-successful people generally avoid sending long emails, and so should you. Think of how many emails you receive in a day. Now think of how many TL;DRemails you’ve skipped over. Why expect more of others than you do of yourself?

Our advice: Limit your emails to five sentences or fewer. Just make sure to keep it cheerful, so that you don’t come across as rude.

4. You’re Sitting At Your Desk

Sitting down, rather than standing, isn’t just bad for your health; it could be making you less engaged and creative at work. A new study from the Olin Business School at Washington University shows that standing up while engaging in a group project makes workers more creative, more enthusiastic, less defensive of their ideas and more willing to collaborate than when they’re sitting down.

Andrew Knight, a co-author of the study and an assistant professor at Washington University, told HuffPost that “if you work in a place where you’re standing up, you’re going to move more, and because of that you’re going to become more physiologically activated. Your body is going to be 'on.'"

5. You’re Trying To Multitask

Chances are, as you’re reading this, you have six other browser windows open, and you're convinced all of them are equally important. And you're making a phone call. And you're eating your lunch.

But studies show that you need to focus on one challenging task at a time in order to really nail it. Our brains can juggle menial tasks easily enough, but tasks that require real brainpower need your full concentration. Your short-term memory can’t process two separate streams of information at once, and the result is you’ll be doing a sloppy job at one or both of those tasks.

When you read something while you’re simultaneously trying to respond to emails, for instance, you’re not going to remember anything that you’ve read. And if you don’t remember it, you can’t brilliantly quote it later.

6. You’re Not Taking Stock Of Your Day

Diaries aren’t just for tweens obsessed with selfies and Justin Bieber; they're for you, too. Taking as little as five minutes each day to jot down what you’ve learned, what went well and what went not-so-well during the workday can help you de-stress, identify solutions to problems and even come up with brilliant ideas that will boost your profile in the workplace.

It’ll also remind you to take stock of your successes, rather than just your failures, according to Theresa Amabile, co-author of "The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work."

"One of the big reasons to keep a diary is to record small wins that otherwise might slip through your memory," Amabile told Forbes. "You can leverage the progress principle and allow yourself to get that boost from realizing you are making progress. And it's also helpful to record major setbacks -- or minor ones that recur -- so you can think about how to get rid of inhibitors blocking your progress."

7. You’re Not Going To Happy Hour

Everyone needs a stress release. For some, that’s an hour-long run at the gym; for others, a pint of cookie-dough ice cream. But for many at the typical workplace, it's a chilled glass of beer at a local watering hole.

Whether or not you’re a drinker, you should considering heading to a bar after work every now and then. It’s a prime networking opportunity and a chance to make new friends with your co-workers. Constantly avoiding outside activities with your co-workers could make your seem like someone who doesn’t play well with others. And that's not the kind of impression you want to leave in the workplace.

8. You Don’t Have A Hobby

Nurturing your own creative interests actually makes you a better worker, according to a recent study from San Francisco State University. Spending mental energy on something that has nothing to do with work -- playing an instrument, knitting, learning to make the perfect burrito or simply unwinding with a book -- can make you more productive when you get back to the office.

In a press release, the study’s lead researcher said that creative hobbies made workers feel more refreshed and productive the next day. Study participants with hobbies were also found to be more creative and more likely to help out their coworkers in the office -- two metrics that translate to a significantly better performance review.

9. You're Not Taking Vacation
You may think you’re being conscientious and hardworking when you avoid taking vacation days, but you’re only hurting yourself. Nearly half of Americans reported using less than 25 percent of their allotted vacation time over the past year, according to a recent Glassdoor survey.

That's unfortunate, because taking a few days off to recharge your batteries is as good for your productivity and creativity as it is for your health.

10. You Don’t Even Take A Break

In 2012, only 1 in 5 American workers ate lunch away from their desks, a trend that doesn’t seem to be reversing itself. But taking frequent breaks actually makes workers more productive and increases focus.
Even taking a short walk during the workday can improve memory and attention by as much as 20 percent, according to a University of Michigan study. Or if that's not for you, looking at pictures of nature scenes can recharge a fatigued brain better than downing another cup of coffee.

11. You’re Sacrificing Your Health And Your Sleep

After a long day at work, you might not have the energy to head to the gym. You just want to curl up on the couch with some cheese puffs and forget about the day with a Netflix binge. Or maybe you take your work home with you and stay up late, trying to get a head start on the next day. Either way, you’re doing yourself a huge disservice.

Eating right, exercising and getting enough sleep have all been linked to better productivity among workers. Exercise has been shown to boost creativity and reduce feelings of stress, which can lead to poor health and decreased productivity. And if you’re chowing down on the wrong foods, whether at home or at lunch, you’ll feel lethargic and unproductive afterwards, otherwise known as the dreaded food coma.

The brain’s waste removal system kicks into high gear when you sleep, literally clearing your mind in preparation for the next day. And while you sleep, your brain acts like a miracle drug, strengthening memories, repairing brain cells, regulating your metabolism and learning new motor tasks, all of which will recharge you for the next day’s work -- something both your boss and you can appreciate.

Read-more here: http://www.ndubestexplorer.com/2014/07/11-mistakes-you-make-at-work-on-daily.html

Zhejang Synmot Electrical Technology Company Limited is a professional sole manufacturer of servo motors, servo drivers and servo systems in China.

Synmot has the national electrical professor as the chief engineer. The technical team is composed of Ph.D, masters, senior engineers with strong ability of innovation and engineering. It has more than 30 design patents, and has established cooperation wiht Zhejiang University in production, design and research. Synmot has laboratories for motors, motor drivers and energy-saving technologies, and can develop the specially customized servo system of automatic equipments, CNC machines and inspection devices.

SYNMOT COMPANY REQUIREMENT FOR THE AGENCY
As a Synmot agency, we require the following:
1.Must know the injection molding machine and Synmot products very well
2.Must have the interest to be Synmot company agency;
3.Must have the capacity to set up the after sale service team including engineers and marketers
4.During the agency of Synmot company, must not be the agency of other company for the same products.

Application Method:
Interested persons, organizations, trading companies, business ventures and groups should contact us below:
Email: ndubestexplorer@gmail.com
Phone: +2348065187468
Website: [url] http://www.ndubestexplorer.com/2014/06/agencies-wanted-at-synmot-company.html[/url]

Alcon Nigeria Limited is a registered EPC contractor that has been operating in Nigeria for over 30 years with Operational headquarters in Port-Harcourt and Project locations across Rivers, Bayelsa, Akwa-Ibom and Delta States including Bonny Island. As a fast-growing indigenous Company willing to promote the Nigerian Content, vacancies now exist for suitably qualified Nigerians.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Manager shall be responsible for the planning, management, co-ordination, evaluation and financial control of an EPC project. Shall be responsible for preparation of monthly project report for Company management consideration and coordinate all Head office activities necessary for the effective and prompt project execution. The candidate must be professional and able to provide leadership required to attain project goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for all managerial and administrative aspects of a project. This shall include estimating, scheduling, progress measurement, progress billing, design review and coordination, cost studies, safety, and proposal preparation.
He shall work with client early in process in order to facilitate the Engineering process with the design team and ensure all necessary drawings are approved for construction.
Coordinate Engineering, International procurement and construction services
Conduct weekly and monthly progress meeting including invoice and cost forecasts.
Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents and effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. Track project milestones and deliverables and develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders. Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path
Research and develop relationships with new vendors and suppliers of services and nurtures current relationships with such vendors. Maintain vendor/contractor communications concerning work scheduling, billings, and vendor relations
Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle. Conduct project post mortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
Direct and manage project development from beginning to end by defining the project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing and consistent basis.


QUALIFICATION AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
The ideal candidate must be a COREN certified Engineer with more than 20 years experience in Oil and Gas Construction and 10 years hand-on commercial construction/ Project management experience.
Must be a certified Project Management Professional and a great team player
Must be able to lead a team and must have proven track record of completing quality large projects and on time and within budget.
Excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills
Ability to read and understand blueprints/drawings and relevant contract documents.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, managers, subcontractors and clients
Excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills including communication skills.
Must be ready to work long hours and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.


REMUNERATION:
All advertised positions attract a competitive remuneration package comparable with the best in the industry.

Application Closing Date: 21st July 2014

Application Method:
To apply for this job, click the link below for details:

http://www.ndubestexplorer.com/2014/07/project-manager-vacancy-for-epc.html

Alcon Nigeria Limited is a registered EPC contractor that has been operating in Nigeria for over 30 years with Operational headquarters in Port-Harcourt and Project locations across Rivers, Bayelsa, Akwa-Ibom and Delta States including Bonny Island. As a fast-growing indigenous Company willing to promote the Nigerian Content, vacancies now exist for suitably qualified Nigerians for the following positions:

Project Managers
Construction Managers
Contract Administrators
QA/QC Managers
Project Engineers
Senior Planners

See full Job Details below:

1. PROJECT MANAGERS FOR EPC PROJECTS (PM):

JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Manager shall be responsible for the planning, management, co-ordination, evaluation and financial control of an EPC project. Shall be responsible for preparation of monthly project report for Company management consideration and coordinate all Head office activities necessary for the effective and prompt project execution. The candidate must be professional and able to provide leadership required to attain project goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for all managerial and administrative aspects of a project. This shall include estimating, scheduling, progress measurement, progress billing, design review and coordination, cost studies, safety, and proposal preparation.
He shall work with client early in process in order to facilitate the Engineering process with the design team and ensure all necessary drawings are approved for construction.
Coordinate Engineering, International procurement and construction services
Conduct weekly and monthly progress meeting including invoice and cost forecasts.
Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents and effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. Track project milestones and deliverables and develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders. Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path
Research and develop relationships with new vendors and suppliers of services and nurtures current relationships with such vendors. Maintain vendor/contractor communications concerning work scheduling, billings, and vendor relations
Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle. Conduct project post mortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
Direct and manage project development from beginning to end by defining the project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing and consistent basis.


QUALIFICATION AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
The ideal candidate must be a COREN certified Engineer with more than 20 years experience in Oil and Gas Construction and 10 years hand-on commercial construction/ Project management experience.
Must be a certified Project Management Professional and a great team player
Must be able to lead a team and must have proven track record of completing quality large projects and on time and within budget.
Excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills
Ability to read and understand blueprints/drawings and relevant contract documents.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, managers, subcontractors and clients
Excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills including communication skills.
Must be ready to work long hours and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.


2. CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS (CM):

JOB SUMMARY:
The construction Manager shall be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating all construction activities of the project. He shall exercise considerable discretion in adapting specifications and procedures to construction situations in order to deliver the projects at the stipulated time and within budget.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure that all construction activities within the designated areas are well planned, coordinated by being able to utilise all available resources in coordination with other line managers/supervisors towards galvanising them for attainment of project goals.
Leads and ensures that all work groups are properly guided, in close cooperation with the Project Manager, in assembling and controlling the required resources (manpower, equipment, materials and tools) required for commencing and sustaining the work efficiency and productivity until the completion of the project.
Inspect work-in-progress to ensure conformity with QA/QC specifications and requirements, industry codes, standards and procedures, and provides technical advice to resolve problems.
Advises the Project Manager in determining and procurement of tools and materials to be delivered at specific times in order to conform to the workloads, plans and schedules.
Interact with other construction superintendents and line managers, discusses and reviews with the Project Manager the project Key Performance Indicators to determine accurate status of the project, making tactical decisions for allocating resources, and assigning staff requirements, to maintain project on target.
Reviews reports from Superintendents, and forwards to Project Manager for corrective actions if project is behind schedule or above budget.
Reviews with Engineering team and sub-contractors to assess quality, progress, and over-all performance.
Ensures the highest standard of safety is maintained throughout the project duration.


QUALIFICATION AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
The ideal candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree in Civil/structural Engineering though possession of a Master’s degree will be an advantage.
Must have at least 15 years hand-on experience in Civil Construction in Oil and Gas industry.
Must be a COREN certified Civil/ Structural Engineer
Must be able to work in teams towards the attainment of Corporate objectives
Must be knowledgeable in standards such as ASME, BSI and SHELL DEP, previous work experience with NLNG shall be an advantage.
Must be ready to work long hours and work well under pressure to meet deadlines and take responsibility for any delays in the deliverables.




3. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATORS (CA):

JOB SUMMARY:
The Contract Administrator shall be responsible for project contract management from pre-construction activities through constructionand commissioning. This position will ensure that all contractual provisions related to our projects are followed, monitored and closed out.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILTIES:
Coordinate the negotiation, execution and monitoring and compliance of all contracts
Interpret contract provisions in order to raise relevant clarifications or queries to the client
Update the project management system with key dates/milestones/agreements/ documents and communications.
Monitor contract performance of sub-contractors and vendors by ensuring compliance to contract requirements before approval of invoices.
Handle all documentation and correspondences necessary to obtain approval for work not previously covered in a contract; process and obtain approval for contract variations.
Initiates and/or conducts meetings with clients concerning contractual problems as requested by the Project Manager
Assist the business development in preparing bid documents


QUALIFICATION AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
The ideal candidate must be an Engineer or a lawyer with more than 10 years experience in providing contract management for construction industry in the Oil and Gas sector.
Strong working knowledge of customary construction contract language and provisions.
Confident with excellent communication skills and ability to conduct meetings
Strong drive and unwavering discipline
Membership of professional contract/ project management bodies will be an advantage.
Must be ready to work long hours and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
Must be able to work as a part of a team



4. QA/QC MANAGERS (QM):

JOB SUMMARY:
QA/QC Manager shall be responsible for development, implementation and management of Company’s quality management strategy and plans.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and maintain systems to establish standards relevant to the Company’s activities and products
Develop and maintain systems to measure performance against established standards
Develop, review and implement the quality procedures of the Company
Update the quality procedures in line with relevant codes of practice and report as necessary all changes in standards
Ensure periodic audit to ensure that the Company’s products conform with the procedures and ensure that non-conformities are controlled
Strategically plan and ensure the continuous training and development of employees
Ensure that all certifications, completions, commissioning and hand-over dossiers for various activities are completed and demonstrate technical integrity.


QUALIFICATION AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
The ideal candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree in any Engineering discipline and must have at least 15 years experience in quality control in Oil and Gas industry.
Must be a certified lead auditor
Must be able to lead teams towards the attainment of Corporate objectives.
Must possess relevant certifications such as CSWIP, AWS, NACE, ASNT or its equivalent.
Must be knowledgeable in standards such as ASME, BSI and SHELL DEP
COREN certification shall be an advantage
Must be ready to work long hours and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
Must be highly disciplined and a very good team player


5. PROJECT ENGINEERS (PE):

JOB SUMMARY:
Project Engineers shall be responsible for design, planning, installation and commissioning of civil/structural, electrical/instrument, piping, civil and mechanical components of our project deliverables.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Creating and editing civil/structural, piping and electrical/ instrumentation diagrams utilising client’s standards
Ensuring quality and accuracy of piping, electrical, instrumentation, civil/structural and mechanical design activities including layout, specification development, material selection (MTO), calculation and drafting of changes required for improvement.
Shall conduct and/or participate in technical review meetings, specifications, designs and codes.
Supervision of field construction activities according to the specified design drawings and in line with standard design practices.
Ensuring that design codes, DEPs, specifications, procedures and methods relating to project design and construction are implemented.
Maintenance of as-built files.


QUALIFICATION AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
The ideal candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree in any Engineering discipline of Civil/structural, Electrical, Mechanical, Metallurgical/Material or Petroleum and must have at least 10 years hand-on experience in Oil and Gas industry.
Must be a COREN certified Engineer.
Must be able to work in teams towards the attainment of Corporate objectives.
Must be knowledgeable in standards such as ASME, BSI and SHELL DEP.
Must be ready to work long hours and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.


6. SENIOR PLANNERS (SP):

JOB SUMMARY:
The Senior Planner shall establish and effectively manage all project control measures relevant to completing projects on schedule. Responsible for providing project planning and scheduling services during the development and execution phases of projects.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILTIES:
Develops project schedule according to commercial needs.
Issues planning and scheduling procedures, project measurement procedures for verification by Project Manager and efficiently communicate them to the project team members as required.
During early phase of the project, shall support the Project Management Team in developing the execution plan for the scope of work
Resolves logic and schedule related conflicts through close interaction with project stakeholders
Instrumental in defining and scheduling key contractual milestones for inclusion into contract documents
Verifies the capacity to execute the contractual scope of work by analyzing resources (human and material) requirements
Ensures equipment, materials, and engineering are capable and committed to meeting the contractual schedule dates
Provides status updates to schedules, verifies accuracy of work completed and analyzes progress, schedule performance and variances from the plan and final time-impact.
Obtains and/or recommends corrective actions for mitigating deviations from the plan
Works closely with the entire Project Management Team, especially the Cost Control group to identify and resolve schedule deviations and, trends
Prepares and maintains quantity metrics
Interfaces and coordinate with other discipline leaders/ supervisors and managers to build up activities, assign milestones and constraints by issuing the logic network
Establishes and controls effectively planning and progress control system to assist the project manager in decision-making.


QUALIFICATION AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
The ideal candidate must possess at least a bachelors degree in any Engineering discipline and must have at least 15 years experience in hands-on construction and at least 10 years experience in Project Planning and Control in Oil and Gas industry.
Must be a certified Project Management Professional
Must be competent in the use of primavera P6 software as well as other project management Soft wares.
Must be able to communicate effectively with project team members
Must be able to interface with other departmental and unit heads in order to gather information for easy project management and control.
Must be ready to work long hours and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.


REMUNERATION:
All advertised positions attract a competitive remuneration package comparable with the best in the industry.

Application Closing Date: 21st July 2014

Application Method:
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The day was June 29, 1998, the place was Lyon, France, Germany was playing Croatia in the World Cup.
On that sad day, Germany lost 3-0 against Croatia in a very dramatic match. Nobody expected that, German players showed their fighting spirit, and of how they ran across the field from the first minute till the final whistle.

4 years later, Germany reached the finale against Brasil, and lost 2-0. Another 4 years after that, they reached the semi final and lost 2-0 against Italy. Another 4 years, they lost 1-0 against Spain.

8th July 2014 made it 16 years, they crushed Brasil (the hosting country) 7-1 in the semi final (They reached the semi finals 4 times in the last 4 tournaments, a world record)

Plenty of lessons are there for us to learn from the German football team. As a business owner, there are 5 lessons to be learnt from this great team.

1) Determination.
They never quit, they fight one battle after another, one match after another, and they never throw the towel. Most business go through roller coasters all the time, if they are not in it to win it, then they should not even bother book domains for their sites.


2) Learning from the competition.
In 1998, France won the world cup against Brasil through 2 headers by Zizou (Zinedine Zidane) an Algerian immigrant who joined the Gallic roosters at an early age. Zidane was not the only player in the French team who was a foreigner. France won through a team of immigrants that had the talent, the attitude, and what is most important, a healthy integration.

In 2002, Germany had a multicultural team that consisted of players who had Polish, Spanish, Italian, and African roots, among others.

Having a lot of multi-ethnic players was not the only thing Germany learnt from the competition. When tiki-taka proved itself as winning football technique, the German greatest football club, Bayern Munich hired one of the scholars of this modern technique, Barcelona's ex-manager Pep Guardiola. This move gave Joachim Löw (The Mannschaft's manager) a front seat view to learn all the tricks of tiki-taka. Joachim clearly used what he learned in this world cup so far, and it is paying off.

A business owner should keep a close eye on the competition, local and global ones, and they should learn from them.


3) Flexibility.
"Release fast, release often, and iterate" these golden words describe the best approach toward releasing a new product in any business startup. Changing the formulas, and business tactics is viable for any startup to survive. Don't stick to your original plan, if it does not work, you better be quick enough and alter your moves.

Joachim Löw changed the formation of his squad so many times before he picked the 23 players who are going with him to Brasil. He did not stop there, he changed the tactics, alter the players, and moved from one formation to another during this world cup till he found the perfect 11 man team.

These men won 7-1 against Brasil on the 8th of July 2014.


4) Keeping all eyes on the goal.
If you get the chance to walk into the German football federation building, you will find a picture of the famous Maracana stadium in Rio De Janeiro, where the final match will take place next Sunday.
Everyone in the German football team, the players, the managers, even the physicians kept an eye on where they are going, what their goal is, and kept visualizing how they would get there, to that stadium, and nowhere else but it.

Business Startups should keep their goals, and hung on the wall for every employee to see, and remember. There is no room for distractions where winners come from.


5) Seize all opportunities, score all goals, be limitless.
The Germans scored 5 goals in the first half an hour of their game against Brasil, but they did not stop there. They scored another two in the second half, and would have scored more if the game stretched for more than 90 minutes. They did not say that's enough for us, this is our limit, this is more than we expected. They kept going.

Business Startups should be limitless, fearless, they must believe that they are good enough, strong enough, and that even the sky is not their limit. Startups must stand tall against a competing business, no matter how big that business is, and they should take a shot after another, till they remove that business from the top.

It was a long journey for the German football team from 1998 till 2014, and I assure you that they will keep on teaching us lessons till the end of football days.

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The region of West African holds unprecedented volumes of natural resources of which only a fraction is currently being exploited. In order for Africa to reap the economic and social benefits from its booming oil and gas sector its governments are implementing favorable oil and gas frameworks meant to create favourable investment opportunities in the oil and gas sector. Most of these countries have initiated policies to ensure that the oil and gas sector becomes more competitive which will eventually yield maximum benefits to the countries.

Apart from Nigeria, other West African countries that have successfully attracted investment to its oil and gas industry in recent times: Ghana, Equatorial Guinea/Sao Tome and Principe, Gabon, Ivory Coast, and Mauritania.

NIGERIA[b][/b]
Nigeria serves as a hub for oil and gas exploration, production and services in the West African Gulf of Guinea region. Nigeria has recoverable gas reserves estimated at between 124 -187 trillion standard cubic feet (Tcf) and additional undiscovered natural gas potential conservatively estimated at about 45-100 Tcf. Nigeria is a “gas surplus” country with gas life expectancy projected to last 109 years. At present, about 75% of associated gas produced as a consequence of oil production activities is flared.

Nigeria still remains the most promising investment hub in the region. The present divestment of assets being carried out by the IOCs gives a good backing to this assertion; they are selling to move further deep offshore for better benefits. To read full story, click the link below:
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TOTAL Nigeria PLC is a Marketing & Services subsidiary of Total; for over 50 years, Total Nigeria Plc has remained the leader in the downstream sector of the Nigerian oil and gas industry with an extensive distribution network of over 500 service stations nationwide and a wide range of top quality energy products and services.

Job Details:
Job Type: OND VACANCIES (10058324)
Company : Total Nigeria Plc
Contract : permanent position
Business : Marketing & Services
Location : Nigeria - Lagos
Interviews will take place in : Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience

Job description
The job cuts across our Operations and Technical activities.

Required skills
Education
Ordinary National Diploma in Enginering and Technical course
Experience
One to three years work experience in the oil & gas sector or its equivelent

Skills
Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
Good Knowledge of the use of Microsoft office suit (Excel)
Good team player with flare for Mobility
Innovative and of high integrity

Application Method:
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