About
Felton Energy Services Ltd (FESL) is an indigenous oil & gas procurement, operation and maintenance company in Nigeria. The company was established to supply global customers with Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial and Engineering Products, on time and at the most competitive prices.
We are hiring to fill in the following position:
Job Title: ISSOW Operator
Location: Bonny Island- Rivers State
Job Summary
We are seeking diligent and safety-conscious ISSOW Operators to support the field implementation of the Integrated Safe System of Work (ISSOW) during routine operations, maintenance tasks, and shutdown/turnaround activities. This role is essential in ensuring that all work is conducted in accordance with safety protocols and permit requirements on site.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that work permits are properly displayed, adhered to, and closed out appropriately.
- Assist with coordinating the isolation and revalidation process for work permits.
- Participate in toolbox talks and field-level hazard assessments.
- Conduct regular job site checks to confirm permit compliance and safe work practices.
- Provide immediate reporting of unsafe conditions or non-compliance to the ISSOW Supervisor.
- Support frontline technicians and contractors with permit understanding and implementation.
- Participate in plant shutdowns, maintenance campaigns, and routine operations by providing permit assistance and monitoring.
- Coordinate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure work is carried out safely and in line with permit stipulations.
- Maintain logs of permit activities and safety observations.
- Support in preparing documentation for audits and ISSOW-related reviews.
- Contribute to promoting a safe work culture and continuous improvement in safety compliance.
Requirements
- OND/HND or relevant technical qualification in Engineering, Safety, or a related field.
- 3-7 years of experience in an oil & gas operations, maintenance, or safety-related role.
- Certification in ISSOW, PTW systems, or HSE practices is an added advantage.
- Sound understanding of Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems and site safety protocols.
- Good communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with teams in the field.
- Proactive, observant, and safety-focused.
- Team player with a strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail.
- Previous ISSOW or PTW experience in a plant or shutdown environment is preferred.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified applicants should send their CVs to wendy@feltonenergy.net with the job title “ISSOW Operator” as the subject of the email. Be sure to attach all relevant certifications and indicate your desired daily pay rate.
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