Shift Operator at Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG)

Location: Nigeria
Requisition Number: 133
Job Type: Full-time

Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) is a globally competitive energy company committed to improving lives sustainably. Incorporated in 1989, the company plays a critical role in harnessing Nigeria’s natural gas resources for domestic and international markets while driving long-term economic growth and social development.

NLNG is recruiting qualified and experienced candidates to fill the position of Shift Operator.

Job Objective

The Shift Operator will carry out daily field operational activities within an assigned plant area to ensure safe and efficient operations and maintain steady, sustained production in line with daily production targets.

The successful candidate will also serve as a safety-critical position holder and human barrier, ensuring the effectiveness of operational risk controls as defined in the company’s bowtie risk-management framework.

Requirements and Qualifications

To be eligible for the Shift Operator position, candidates must possess the following:

1. A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Chemical, Instrumentation and Control, Petroleum/Gas, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Civil, Structural, Environmental, Marine, Metallurgical, Materials or Software Engineering, obtained at a minimum of Upper Credit level.
2. A minimum of four years’ working experience in LNG operations.
3. Relevant skills and knowledge in LNG process and auxiliary operating areas, including:
   • Gas transmission.
   • Natural gas treatment.
   • Natural gas pre-cooling and liquefaction.
   • Liquid handling units.
   • LNG utilities.
   • LNG storage and loading.

Core Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate competence in the following areas:

• Plant operations and process monitoring.
• HSE risk management and safety compliance.
• Emergency response preparedness.
• Problem-solving and operational decision-making.
• Communication and team collaboration.
• Digital awareness and continuous improvement.
• Operational excellence and reliability.

Working Conditions and Essential Role Requirements

This is a hands-on, safety-critical plant operations role. Successful candidates must be willing and able to:

• Work the prescribed shift rotation.
• Work at heights and above water, particularly at loading jetties, where required.
• Participate in emergency response activities and serve on the First Intervention Team (FIT), as required.
• Wear prescribed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) correctly and consistently.
• Maintain a clean-shaven face during shift rotation to ensure the effective use of Breathing Apparatus (BA), and ensure that head hair permits the safe and proper use of helmets and other PPE.
• Meet applicable fitness-to-work requirements.
• Comply with all applicable HSE, operational and emergency-response requirements.

Mandatory Documents

Applicants must attach copies of the following documents:

1. HND certificate.
2. NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
3. Birth certificate, declaration of age or other applicable age documentation.
4. Evidence of change of name, where applicable.
5. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Important: Applications without all the mandatory documents specified for the position will not be considered.

Application Declaration

By applying, candidates confirm that they have read and understood the advertised duties, working conditions and essential role requirements, and that the information provided is complete and accurate.

Material misrepresentation, omission, falsification or concealment may result in disqualification, withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment, subject to applicable company policy and law.

Selection and continued employment are subject to satisfactory verification of the information provided and applicable pre-employment and fitness-to-work requirements.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official NLNG recruitment portal.

Application Portal: Visit the official NLNG website

Applicants should follow these steps:

1. Visit the official NLNG recruitment portal and click on “Accept All Cookies”, where prompted.
2. Click on “View All Jobs” to access available vacancies.
3. Select the advertised Shift Operator position to view the job details and begin the application.
4. Log in using your email address and password. New users should click on “Create Profile” to register.
5. Enter the required personal information, review the privacy statement, and accept and submit.
6. Complete the application form and upload copies of all mandatory certificates and supporting documents.
7. Review your information and click on “Apply” to submit your application.
8. Check your email for confirmation that your application was successfully submitted.

Registering for a profile does not mean that you have applied for the vacancy. You must complete and submit the application form to be considered.

Important Notice

• Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official NLNG recruitment portal.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Only applications completed through the NLNG job portal are valid.
• NLNG does not demand payment from applicants or appoint agents to assist with recruitment applications.
• Only candidates successful at each stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.
• Applicants should rely only on information published through official NLNG channels.
• By applying, candidates consent to Nigeria LNG Limited processing their personal data to assess their suitability for employment, in accordance with applicable data-protection requirements.

Application Closing Date: Tuesday, 17 November 2026.