Offshore Maintenance Lead at Priority Group – Port Harcourt, Rivers

Priority Group is recruiting a full-time Offshore Maintenance Lead in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, to coordinate maintenance of offshore equipment, machinery and facilities, with responsibility for safe, reliable operations and equipment availability.

Key responsibilities

• Direct mechanical, electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities offshore, supervising employees, contractors and technical service providers.
• Plan and oversee preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance, including inspections, servicing, repairs and equipment overhauls.
• Improve asset reliability and availability, investigate recurring breakdowns and implement corrective measures to reduce downtime.
• Apply HSE rules, regulatory obligations and company procedures across maintenance operations.
• Manage maintenance expenditure, resources, materials and spare-parts stock, and report on performance and technical requirements.
• Work closely with engineering, offshore operations and management teams to coordinate maintenance without unnecessary disruption.
• Identify suitable original equipment manufacturer (OEM) machinery and genuine, compatible replacement parts through reputable manufacturers and authorised distributors.
• Evaluate spare-part quality, durability, cost and reliability while avoiding counterfeit or substandard components.
• Carry out other relevant duties assigned by management.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic or Marine Engineering, or a related field.
• At least five years of relevant maintenance experience; oil and gas or marine-industry experience is preferred.
• Proven capability in offshore maintenance management and technical team supervision.
• Sound knowledge of maintenance management systems, equipment reliability, asset integrity, offshore safety and statutory compliance.
• Strong leadership, analysis, troubleshooting, communication and ability to work in demanding offshore environments.
• Professional certifications and offshore safety training are additional advantages.
• Practical knowledge of OEM specifications, approved procurement channels and sourcing reliable, genuine machinery components.

Salary

₦400,000–₦750,000 per month.