Applications are invited from suitable and qualified candidates for the Position of Lead Engineer at Sahara Group.
About Sahara Group
Sahara Group is a global energy and infrastructure conglomerate with operations spanning 42 countries across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Their influence extends across various energy sub-sectors, including power generation and distribution, downstream, midstream, upstream, and infrastructure. Sahara Group is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable energy solutions, driven by a diverse and inclusive workforce of over 5,000 employees from multiple nationalities. They prioritize responsible energy delivery and strive to make a positive impact on environmental, social, and governance factors in national, regional, and global markets.
Summary
- Company: Sahara Group
- Job Title: Lead Engineer (Chemical Injection, Lube Oil & Hydrogen System)
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Locations: Egbin, Nigeria
Job Title: Lead Engineer (Chemical Injection, Lube Oil & Hydrogen System)
Job Description
The Lead Engineer is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, reliability, and performance of the Chemical Injection, Lube Oil, and Hydrogen Systems within the plant.
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Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct routine inspections of Chemical Injection, Lube Oil, and Hydrogen systems to identify defects and implement corrective actions.
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily and weekly maintenance activities in line with operational requirements.
- Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies (PPM) to enhance system reliability and minimize downtime.
- Lead and manage shutdown maintenance activities, ensuring efficient execution within planned timelines.
- Perform root cause analysis (RCA) on system failures and implement sustainable solutions.
- Ensure optimal performance and integrity of hydrogen generation and cooling systems, lube oil systems, and chemical dosing/injection systems.
- Monitor system parameters and ensure compliance with operational and safety standards.
- Coordinate internal and external maintenance resources to maximize planned outages and reduce unplanned downtime.
- Oversee spare parts and inventory management to ensure the availability of critical components.
- Enforce strict adherence to HSE policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Conduct periodic safety inspections and risk assessments.
- Provide technical guidance, supervision, and mentorship to team members to enhance capability and performance.
- Prepare maintenance reports, technical documentation, and performance analysis.
- Collaborate with operations and other engineering teams to ensure seamless plant performance.
- Carry out any other duties as assigned.
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Requirements for the Position of Lead Engineer at Sahara Group
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering (or related discipline).
- Minimum of 7 years’ experience in power generation or a similar asset-intensive industry.
- Strong hands-on experience in Hydrogen Systems, Lube Oil Systems, and Chemical Injection Systems is required.
- Experience in maintenance planning, shutdown execution, and system reliability improvement.
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., COREN, NSE) will be an added advantage.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong knowledge of turbine auxiliaries and plant systems, especially hydrogen cooling, lubrication, and chemical dosing systems.
- Excellent troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, and root cause analysis skills.
- Good understanding of power plant operations and maintenance best practices.
- Proficiency in CMMS and maintenance planning tools.
- Strong leadership, team management, and mentoring skills.
- Effective communication and technical reporting abilities.
- Knowledge of HSE standards and regulatory compliance in industrial environments. Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute tasks under pressure.
Deadline
19th July, 2026
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