Corrosion or Cathodic Protection Specialist at Ofix Recruit

Job Reference Code: CCSP/PH/10/18
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Permanent

Responsibilities/Summary of Functions

• Provides technical expertise, qualification evaluations and continuous guidance to Operations corrosion technicians and management.
• Provides technical expertise and guidance to Operations and Engineering for the design, implementation, monitoring, and troubleshooting of the Company’s corrosion control/cathodic protection assets.
• Consistently analyze and resolve corrosion control issues involving multiple components, personnel, and operations;
• Document activities and inspections as well as review same to discern issues with accuracy of data and information contained in reports prepared by others;
• Interpret and apply the company’s procedures with an appreciation of underlying industry codes and standards and government regulations;
• Defend the company’s technical and procedural positions related to corrosion control activities and represent the company in an agency audit, inspection, or enforcement action;
• Provide technical support related to external corrosion control monitoring and mitigation with in-depth knowledge of rectifiers, test points, bonds, close interval survey, current demand, etc.
• Cathodic protection system design and installation to include impressed current and galvanic anode systems; deep and shallow anode ground beds
• Cathodic protection testing to include interference testing and mitigation
• Provide technical support related to atmospheric corrosion monitoring and mitigation to include coating inspections, coating failure investigations and re-coating/painting specifications, management and oversight
• Analyze and resolve corrosion control problems.
• Identifies potential problems with company procedures written to comply with state and federal regulations and department technical policies and practices.
• Participates in new facility design and commissioning.

Requirements/Qualification

• B.Sc in Engineering or physical science discipline,
• NACE CP 4 certification or its equivalent
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in design of CP systems.
• Must have a strong knowledge of, NACE and ASME codes and standards relating to pipeline corrosion.
• Must have specific knowledge of codes/standards applicable to inspection (ASTM, API, ASME, NACE, ANSI, etc.,); and pipeline processes with experience in chemical inhibitors/biocides, monitoring, inspection, and material selection.
• Prior experience working with an Operator in the implementation of a Corrosion Management Program.
• Demonstrated Management and Leadership skills with an emphasis on mentoring and team building.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail and strong organizational/analytical skills.
• Must have ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent computer skills, proficiency with MS Word, Excel & Power point.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills with problem solving & teamwork ability.
• Must be able to present self in a professional manner through interaction and communication and be reliable and punctual.