ExxonMobil is recruiting for a Process Technician position based offshore in Nigeria, providing an opportunity for experienced oil and gas technicians to join its Operations team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day surveillance and safe operation of assigned production equipment. The role involves monitoring process conditions, supporting equipment preparation and maintenance, identifying operational abnormalities and ensuring compliance with established safety procedures.
The position is open to Nigerian citizens who meet the required technical qualifications, relevant industry experience and NYSC requirements.
Application deadline: August 14, 2026.
About the ExxonMobil Process Technician Role
The Process Technician will provide operational support for assigned offshore production units. The position requires a strong understanding of process operations, equipment performance, safe work practices and potential process hazards.
The technician will develop detailed knowledge of unit operations, safe operating limits and control schemes while monitoring equipment and supporting the safe and efficient running of the facility.
The role may involve both field and console operations, depending on operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Develop a thorough understanding of primary unit operations, safe operating limits and control systems.
- Understand process and environmental hazards associated with assigned equipment.
- Follow safe work standards, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO), Management of Change and procedure compliance.
- Conduct assigned surveillance and sampling rounds.
- Monitor equipment performance and identify unusual operating conditions.
- Support troubleshooting and process optimization activities.
- Prepare equipment for maintenance and return equipment safely to service.
- Participate in field and/or console operations.
- Follow emergency response procedures in different operational scenarios.
- Maintain awareness of process safety requirements and operating envelopes.
- Support coordinated activities designed to minimize process upsets and operational risks.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants should have a minimum of a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Process or Instrumentation Engineering, or an equivalent qualification.
Acceptable qualifications may include:
- HND in Process Engineering
- HND in Instrumentation
- City & Guilds Level 4 in Process or Instrumentation
- Equivalent qualifications obtained through an oil and gas industry-specific apprenticeship programme
ExxonMobil also states that candidates with a BSc in engineering or related sciences without an HND may be considered if they have established and verifiable experience as a process technician in the oil and gas industry for at least three years.
The position is strictly a technician role.
Professional Experience
Candidates must have at least three years of relevant oil and gas operator technician experience.
Previous offshore or FPSO experience is preferred.
Applicants should demonstrate the ability to adapt to changing operational conditions, strong analytical skills, good communication abilities and the confidence to identify and address workplace hazards.
Technical Skills and Experience
The successful candidate should have experience or knowledge in several areas of oil and gas operations, including:
Production Equipment
Experience operating and maintaining equipment such as:
- Pumps
- Compressors
- Separators
- Production equipment
- Associated process systems
Instrumentation and Controls
Candidates should have a basic understanding of instrumentation and mechanical systems, including the ability to:
- Perform minor repairs and routine equipment adjustments.
- Read transmitters, sensors, gauges and control valves.
- Understand Emergency Shutdown (ESD) systems.
- Understand Fire and Gas (F&G) systems and their importance to process safety.
- Monitor and control process parameters through Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
Process Safety
Applicants should understand workplace hazards and appropriate control measures, including:
- Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures
- Critical device bypass
- Process safety barriers
- Safe operating limits
- Emergency response requirements
Piping and Instrumentation
A good understanding and ability to interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) is required.
Hydrocarbon Processing and Tank Operations
Experience with hydrocarbon processing will be valuable for the position.
Candidates should have knowledge of areas such as:
- Crude oil processing
- Crude oil stabilization
- FPSO cargo tank operations
- Tank inert gas systems
- Oil and gas separation
- Dehydration
- Gas compression
- Water treatment
- Export systems
- Offloading procedures
Knowledge of these systems will help the successful candidate safely monitor and operate offshore production facilities.
Nigerian Citizenship and NYSC Requirement
Applicants must be Nigerian citizens.
Candidates must also have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme and possess either:
- An NYSC discharge certificate; or
- An NYSC exemption letter.
Applicants should ensure that their credentials and professional experience can be verified.
Work Location
Location: Offshore Nigeria
The position forms part of ExxonMobil’s Operations function and involves working around offshore production equipment and process systems.
Because of the operational environment, applicants should be prepared to comply with stringent safety, health and environmental requirements.
Application Deadline
Closing Date: August 14, 2026
Interested candidates should submit their applications before the stated deadline. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the qualification and experience requirements before applying.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should apply through the official ExxonMobil careers portal and review the complete Process Technician job description before submitting an application.
Applicants should ensure that their CV accurately reflects their technical qualifications, oil and gas experience, offshore or FPSO exposure where applicable, and relevant process operations skills.
ExxonMobil Process Technician Vacancy: Quick Details
| Job Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Position | Process Technician |
| Company | ExxonMobil |
| Job Group | Operations |
| Location | Offshore Nigeria |
| Job Type | Technician |
| Minimum Qualification | HND in Process/Instrumentation or equivalent |
| Experience | Minimum 3 years relevant oil and gas operator technician experience |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| NYSC | Discharge certificate or exemption letter required |
| FPSO Experience | Preferred |
| Application Deadline | August 14, 2026 |
