Geoplex Drillteq Limited is an indigenous Nigerian oilfield services company established in June 2002 to provide oilfield services to the upstream oil and gas sector in Nigeria and the West Africa Coastal region.
Facility Electrician
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Full-time
Job Overview
The Facility Electrician will be responsible for installing, inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, testing and repairing electrical systems and equipment across Geoplex Drillteq Limited’s offices, bases, workshops, operational facilities and field locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, terminate, inspect, test, commission, maintain and repair electrical wiring, cables, lighting systems, distribution boards, switchgear, transformers, generators, motors and control panels.
- Maintain UPS/inverter systems, air-conditioning electrical systems, portable electrical tools and facility power distribution networks.
- Carry out preventive, predictive and corrective electrical maintenance.
- Diagnose electrical faults using appropriate testing equipment and implement corrective actions.
- Inspect and maintain single-phase and three-phase power systems, earthing and bonding systems, protective devices and emergency lighting.
- Maintain temporary power supplies and power distribution equipment.
- Identify and report electrical hazards, near misses, unsafe conditions, equipment failures and power outages.
- Support emergency response activities requiring electrical isolation or restoration.
- Maintain accurate records of electrical maintenance, repairs, inspections, installations, test results and job cards.
- Ensure electrical tools, test instruments, PPE and equipment are properly maintained, calibrated and stored.
- Report damaged or missing tools and recommend procurement of critical spares.
- Stay updated on electrical technologies, regulations, safety practices and industry standards.
- Participate in training programmes and provide guidance to junior electricians, helpers and apprentices where applicable.
Requirements
- Minimum of Trade Test, Technical Certificate, NABTEB, City & Guilds, OND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Installation, Electrical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- 2–5 years of hands-on experience in electrical installation, facility maintenance, equipment troubleshooting or industrial electrical support.
- Experience maintaining lighting systems, power distribution systems, generators, motors, control panels and UPS/inverter systems.
- Experience with air-conditioning electrical circuits and electrical safety devices is desirable.
- Experience in facility management, oil and gas, energy, manufacturing, construction, logistics, workshops or other high-risk operational environments is an advantage.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, single-line diagrams and equipment manuals.
Benefits
- Structured professional training and development.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Practical exposure to field and workshop operations in the oil and gas industry.
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive health insurance.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via Geoplex Drillteq Limited application portal.
Application Closing Date: Not Specified.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.