Job Description
Overview
- We are hiring a highly qualified and experienced Technical Assistant to the CEO for our client with the Oil and Gas sector.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic, technical, and administrative support to the executive leadership.
- The role demands a seasoned engineer with deep industry expertise to drive decision-making processes and ensure the smooth execution of technical initiatives.
Specific Responsibilities
- Provide expert technical and analytical support to the CEO in decision-making, operations, and strategic planning.
- Coordinate and manage the execution of high-impact technical projects aligned with the company’s goals.
- Conduct technical research, feasibility assessments, and risk analyses for proposed technical initiatives.
- Prepare and review technical presentations, reports, and briefings for internal and external stakeholders.
- Facilitate meetings, prepare agendas, document minutes, and track deliverables.
- Manage communication with industry stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and strategic partners.
- Support the CEO in business development strategies and key negotiations.
Requirements (Kindly note that these are the minimum qualifications for this role)
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical or Chemical).
- Minimum of 6 years as a Technical Assistant, with at least 4 years in the oil and gas sector.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent technical report writing and presentation skills.
- Must be an Petroleum, Mechanical or Chemical Engineer.
- Experience and good knowledge of project management
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must possess a PMP or equivalent certification.
- Active membership in a recognized engineering body.
- Strong understanding of oil and gas industry regulations is required.
- The role requires travel to operational sites when necessary, hence knowledge of areas such as Port Harcourt and Warri is an advantage
- Commitment to continuous learning and development is highly valued.