EGTL Console Operator – Auto-Thermal Reformer (ATR) Unit

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Are you an experienced Console Operator with a passion for safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations? Do you thrive in a high-performance industrial environment and possess the technical expertise to monitor and optimize complex process systems?

If so, we invite qualified Nigerians to apply for the Escravos Gas-to-Liquids (EGTL) Console Operator role and become part of a highly valued CNL team.

Your journey towards a rewarding career starts here!

Job Description Summary:

Escravos Gas-to-Liquids (EGTL) Console Operator – Auto-Thermal Reformer (ATR ) Unit

The ATR (Auto-Thermal Reforming) unit forms part of EGTL’s Gas Circuit area, alongside the Air Separation Unit (ASU) and Fischer Tropsch (FT) technologies.

The ATR Console Operator supports safe, reliable EGTL operations by monitoring and controlling Unit 20 plants with the associated feed gas compressors within the Gas Circuit area.

The role involves keeping process conditions within safe operating limits, responding promptly to operational changes, completing routine console duties, coordinating with operating and maintenance teams, following approved procedures, and maintaining effective shift communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor the EGTL console to deliver the daily shift plan, including equipment start-ups and controlled shutdowns within the assigned area.
• Respond to and manage process upsets and emergencies by applying the required knowledge, skills, and competencies.
• Work with the technical team to ensure process systems and control devices operate as intended to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. Develop and review operating and emergency procedures for the assigned area. Report abnormal conditions and equipment deviations in the operating area and follow through to support optimal process equipment availability.
• Complete routine operator duties and ensure effective shift turnover.

What You Will Bring

Experience

• At least five (5) years of experience as a qualified Field Operator in a refinery or similar complex process facility.

Qualification

• Higher National Diploma or University degree from a recognised institution.
• Successfully completed specific unit or Area Formal Operator Training program (FOTP) and Qualification Review Board (QRB) requirements as a unit operator for specific plant technology in a refinery or similar complex process facility

Expertise

• Knowledgeable in process safety hazards, assesses process safety risks, and develops mitigation strategies.
• Ability to communicate effectively and understands the importance of feedback in communication.

Additional Considerations

• Good understanding of asset integrity, especially with process equipment and can demonstrate principles of operator care through effective ORDs.
• Offshore Petroleum Industry Training organization (OPITO) certification or similar industry recognized craft certification is an advantage.

Posting closes on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 @ 11:59pm

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