Manager - Flow Station

Job Title: Manager - Flow Station (Oil & Gas Production)

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Department:

Upstream Operations / Production

Position Overview

The Manager - Flow Station is responsible for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of the flow station/production facility.

This role oversees all activities related to oil and gas separation, treatment, storage, and export, ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining strict compliance with HSE and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership

• Direct day-to-day operations of the flow station, including oil/gas/water separation, pressure control, and export pumping.

• Monitor production parameters and optimize processes to maximize output and reduce downtime.

• Production Management

• Ensure daily, monthly, and annual production targets are met in coordination with field engineers and reservoir teams.

• Oversee metering, measurement, and reporting of crude oil and associated gas.

• Maintenance & Reliability

• Coordinate with maintenance teams to implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans for equipment such as separators, compressors, pumps, and SCADA/DCS systems.

• Approve and manage plant shutdowns, startups, and turnarounds.

• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Enforce company and regulatory HSE policies to prevent accidents, spills, or equipment failures.

• Lead emergency response activities during incidents.

• People Management

• Lead and mentor a multi-disciplinary team of operators, technicians, and engineers.

• Develop training plans, conduct performance reviews, and maintain a competent workforce.

• Regulatory & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with local government regulations and international oil & gas standards (API/ISO/OSHA).

• Prepare and submit daily/weekly/monthly production reports and incident logs to senior management.

• Budget & Cost Control

• Manage the stations operating budget, control costs, and recommend efficiency improvements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:

• Bachelors degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Experience:

• 15+ years of experience in upstream oil & gas production/operations, including:

• At least 10 years in flow station/production facility operations.

• Minimum 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role (e.g., Production Superintendent, Operations Manager).

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of oil & gas separation processes, flow assurance, and production optimization.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Decision-making skills under pressure, especially during emergency situations.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Budgeting and cost-control capabilities.