Who We Are

Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) is a globally competitive energy company improving lives sustainably. Incorporated in 1989, NLNG plays a critical role in harnessing Nigeria’s natural gas resources for domestic and international markets, while driving long-term economic and social value.

At NLNG, we offer an innovative work environment, strong ethical standards, and career experiences that enable our people to thrive and make meaningful impact.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on business need, job requirements, individual qualifications and performance in a  competitive assessment process.

Candidates who require a reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process due to a disability should notify us. A reasonable adjustment is a change made to remove or reduce a disability-related disadvantage during recruitment. Requests from shortlisted candidates will be considered at each stage, based on individual needs and the requirements of the recruitment process.

Reasonable adjustments support equitable participation in the recruitment process but do not remove or alter the essential safety, operational or competence requirements of the role.

Job Objectives

Carry out field operational activities within the assigned plant area safely and efficiently to ensure reliable, stable, and sustained production in line with operational and production targets. The role is responsible for monitoring plant conditions, executing operational tasks, and supporting safe plant performance while serving as a designated safety-critical position holder and human barrier in accordance with defined bowtie controls. The incumbent contributes to the effectiveness of critical risk barriers, responds to operational challenges as required, and is capable of deputizing for the Area Supervisor when designated.

The Person

To be eligible to apply for the SHIFT PRINCIPAL OPERATOR position, candidates should possess:

• A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Chemical, Instrumentation and Control, Petroleum/Gas, Mechatronics, Mechanical or Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Civil, Structural, Environmental, Marine, Metallurgical, Materials or Software Engineering obtained at a minimum of Upper Credit level.
• Minimum of 8 years working experience in LNG operation.
• Evidence of acquisition of 9 Assessment and Progression (A & P) Skill Blocks.

Core Competencies

• Plant Operations and Process Monitoring
• 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

MANDATORY DOCUMENTS

• HND Certificate.
• NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
• Evidence of acquisition of 9 A&P Skill Blocks
• Birth certificate or Declaration of Age
• Evidence of Change of Name (where applicable)
• Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Applications must include copies of the relevant certificates/documents listed.

Applications without the mandatory attachments will NOT be considered.

UNDERSTAND THE ROLE BEFORE YOU APPLY

UNDERSTAND THE ROLE BEFORE YOU APPLY

These are hands-on, safety-critical plant roles. Successful candidates must be willing and able to:

• Work the prescribed shift rotation.
• Work at heights and above water, particularly at the loading jetties, where required.
• Participate in emergency response and serve on the First Intervention Team (FIT) as required.
• Wear prescribed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) correctly and consistently.
• Maintain a clean-shaven face while on shift rotation for effective use of Breathing Apparatus (BA), and ensure head hair allows 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.

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 information provided and applicable pre-employment and fitness-to-work requirements.

How To Apply

Applications must include all mandatory documents specified for the position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Apply through the NLNG Career Site:

• Log on to the NLNG Career Site
• Click on “Accept All Cookies”
• Click on 'View All Jobs'
• Click on the advertised position of interest to view the details and apply.
• Log in using your Email and Password. If you are a new user, click on “Create Profile” to register. (You will receive an email confirming your registration. Note: you have not applied for the job yet.)
• Add your name, password and other required data, view the privacy statement, accept and submit.
• Complete the application form, attach /upload copies of relevant documents to update your information and click on 'Apply'.
• You will receive an email confirming your application is successful.

Only applications completed through the NLNG job portal are valid.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, 17 November 2026.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

• NLNG does not demand payment from applicants or appoint agents to assist with applications.
• Only successful candidates at each stage will be contacted.
• Candidates should rely only on information from official NLNG channels.
• By applying, candidates consent to Nigeria LNG Limited processing their personal data to assess suitability for employment, in accordance with applicable data-protection requirements.