Job Openings at GIL Automation

GIL Automation is an engineering and industrial automation company that provides automation, instrumentation, electrical, and mechanical engineering solutions to clients across industries such as oil and gas, manufacturing, energy, and industrial processing.

We are seeking qualified candidates to apply for the following positions:

1) Workshop Manager (Rotating Equipment and Mechanical Systems)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on experience in workshop operations, rotating equipment, and mechanical systems.
• Sound knowledge of the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of rotating equipment such as pumps, compressors, turbines, gearboxes, and motors.
• Proficiency in the use of workshop tools, measuring instruments, and mechanical maintenance equipment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and equipment specifications.
• Experience with preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance practices.
• Good understanding of mechanical alignment, balancing, precision measurement, and equipment overhauls.
• Knowledge of HSE standards and safe work practices in workshop and industrial environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management abilities.
• Professional certifications or relevant technical training will be an added advantage.

2) Automations Engineer

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Instrumentation & Control, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of proven experience in industrial automation, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming, HMI/SCADA systems, VFDs, industrial communication networks, and process control.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting, commissioning, installation, and maintenance of automation systems.
• Working knowledge of electrical control panels, instrumentation, sensors, actuators, and field devices.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, loop diagrams, and control schematics.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, or EtherNet/IP.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards and HSE requirements.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and project execution skills.
• Relevant certifications in PLCs, SCADA, or industrial automation will be an added advantage.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@gilautomation.com using the job role as the subject of the email.

Location: Port-Harcourt & Lagos