Shift Principal Operator at Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG)

Location: Nigeria
Requisition Number: 129
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 Principal Operator.

Job Objectives

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

The successful candidate will monitor plant conditions, execute operational tasks and support safe plant performance while serving as a designated safety-critical position holder and human barrier in accordance with defined bowtie controls.

The role also involves maintaining the effectiveness of critical risk barriers, responding to operational challenges and deputising for the Area Supervisor when designated.

Requirements and Qualifications

To be eligible for the Shift Principal 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 eight years’ working experience in LNG operations.
3. Evidence of acquiring nine Assessment and Progression (A&P) Skill Blocks.

Core Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate competence in the following areas:

• Plant operations and process monitoring.
• Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) risk management.
• Operational discipline and compliance.
• Communication and teamwork.
• Problem-solving and personal effectiveness.
• Innovation, digital awareness and continuous improvement.
• Operational excellence and production 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 or declaration of age.
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: Apply for the Shift Principal Operator position

Applicants should follow these steps:

1. Open the application link above.
2. Log in using your email address and password. New users should create a profile and register.
3. Provide the required personal information and review the privacy statement.
4. Complete the application form and upload copies of all mandatory certificates and supporting documents.
5. Review your information and submit the application.
6. 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.