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Egbin Power Plc. Lagos is one of the biggest additions to the electricity industry in Nigeria. Often seen as the biggest single generating power station in Sub-Saharan Africa, it was built to meet the every rising demand for electricity in Lagos and its environs.

1). Local Plant Operator

Job Identification: 319

Location: Ikorodu, Lagos

Job Schedule: Full-time

Job Category: Technical

Job Summary

• The Local Plant Operator is responsible for conducting routine local patrols, monitoring assigned power-generating units, and ensuring safe and efficient plant operations in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• The role involves checking for abnormalities, reporting plant conditions, and executing field operational tasks as instructed by the control room team.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
Local Patrol & Equipment Inspection:

• Conduct periodic patrols of assigned boiler, turbine, condenser, feedwater system, cooling systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Check for leaks, unusual noises, excessive vibrations, abnormal temperatures, and pressure fluctuations.
• Identify and report potential safety hazards, system faults, or irregularities in plant operations.

Execution of Field Operations:

• Operate manual field equipment such as valves, pumps, and drain/vent systems.
• Monitor auxiliary systems including fuel supply, cooling water, and lubrication systems.
• Implement plant shutdown/start-up instructions by executing field-based procedures as directed.

Safety & Compliance:

• Follow plant safety protocols, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and emergency response procedures.
• Participate in routine safety drills, toolbox talks, and compliance training.
• Ensure plant housekeeping standards by keeping assigned areas clean and free of hazards.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Record equipment status, observations, and any interventions in the shift logbook.
• Communicate plant conditions, deviations, and field actions to the control room operator.
• Provide clear and detailed handover reports for incoming shifts.

Maintenance Support:

• Assist maintenance teams in preparing equipment for servicing, ensuring isolation and access.
• Provide real-time feedback on equipment performance and potential failures.
• Support troubleshooting activities by assisting technical teams with field assessments.

Emergency Response & Troubleshooting:

• Execute emergency shutdown/startup procedures in coordination with the control room team.
• Respond to plant trips, leaks, and equipment malfunctions with appropriate field interventions.
• Participate in fire drills and emergency preparedness training

Education and Work Experience

• Minimum of OND (Ordinary National Diploma) or Technical Certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, or Power Plant Engineering.
• 0 to 2+ years of experience in a power generation plant, refinery, or heavy industrial process plant.
• Prior experience in steam turbine operations or thermal power plants is an added advantage.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Basic knowledge of power plant processes, including steam cycles, boiler operations, and cooling systems.
• Ability to read and interpret pressure, temperature, flow gauges, and P&ID diagrams.
• Familiarity with safety regulations, permit-to-work systems, and emergency shutdown procedures.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for pumps, valves, pipes, and auxiliary equipment.

Behavioural & Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and observational skills.
• Effective communication and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Discipline and reliability in executing operational tasks.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergencies.
• Rigour and critical sense, open-minded, keen to knowledge sharing.
• Team working

Application Closing Date
10th February, 2025 (12:00 PM).

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