About this role
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Drive production performance by leading field operations to consistently meet or exceed BAP’s daily and long-term production targets through efficient production control, optimization strategies, and operational excellence.
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Lead the planning, forecasting, and execution of production volumes, working closely with drilling, reservoir, and operations teams to deliver accurate forecasts and optimize resource allocation.
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Implement innovative production strategies and improvement initiatives to increase production output, reduce downtime, and ensure full compliance with BAP Energy’s HSE policies and safety standards across all field operations.
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Manage field budgets and operational expenses, including the preparation of proposals, bid packages, subcontractor agreements, and cost and risk assessments to support production efficiency and project execution.
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Oversee the commissioning, start-up, and modification of new and existing production facilities, ensuring all projects meet technical specifications, contractual obligations, and safety standards.
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Ensure optimal performance of production assets, including wells, flow stations, pipelines, and surface facilities, by administering preventive and corrective maintenance programs to maximize asset uptime.
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Coordinate implementation of reservoir management and monitoring plans in collaboration with geoscience and reservoir teams, to ensure sustainable field development and recovery.
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Plan and supervise maintenance activities, including major shutdowns, and lead the preparation of technical specifications, tender packages, and contractor evaluations as required.
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Maintain effective communication with internal departments, external partners, and regulatory bodies such as NUPRC, NAPIMS, and other NNPC agencies, to ensure transparency and operational alignment.
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Build strong cross-functional relationships with key leaders, technical teams, and service providers to support integrated field development and problem-solving.
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Manage and supervise field teams, including production engineers, facilities engineers, and contract gaugers, ensuring competence development, accountability, and performance management.
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Champion operational integrity and HSSE compliance, driving a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement across all production activities.
Requirements
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· Bachelor’s
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degree in engineering (preferably Petroleum or Chemical);
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a master’s
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degree or MBA is an added advantage.
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· Strong
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expertise in production operations, project
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management, regulatory compliance, and use of modelling
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and financial analysis tools; with
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proven engagement experience with NAPIMS, NUPRC, and
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NNPC agencies.
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Excellent leadership,
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safety, and environmental management skills, with strong communication
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abilities and experience managing multidisciplinary
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field teams