Jobs at Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited

Job Purpose

To provide mechanical Engineering expertise and support the delivery of HA & HB-Buko projects.  

The HA & HB-Buko projects aim to provide circa 350-450 MMscf/d of gas to the NLNG Train-7 from 2029+, as well as 25-30 kb/d of oil and condensate for export. The projects’ projected gas supply constitutes circa 25% of the overall supply to the NLNG Train-7. The HA project completed FEED in Apr-25 and is now completing the tendering phase of the project contracts.  While the HB-Buko project has initiated FEED in Q2-26. Current plan is for a joint HA/HB-Buko FID by end of Q1-27. Given the strategic importance of both projects to the NLNG Train 7, and to derisk the project execution schedule to protect the First Gas Date, a full integration and optimization of HA & HB-Buko has been endorsed by the JV partners to improve the business case and to accelerate further optimizations of the projects. 

The Senior Mechanical Engineer position involves provision of technical input & assurance throughout the project lifecycle including Conceptual, FEED, Detailed Design, Procurement, Construction, Installation & Commissioning stages, to safeguard design, technical and operational integrity. Managing all mechanical engineering activities and deliverables for HA & HB-Buko projects. 

This job vacancy is an Individual Contributor role and location is Port Harcourt 

Responsibilities

• Function as senior mechanical Engineer for HA/HB projects and assets. 
• Carry out static equipment (pressure vessels, heat exchangers and tanks) design, HVAC and piping design, equipment specifications and static equipment modelling. 
• Review mechanical engineering deliverables such as drawings, datasheets, E-3D models and calculation reports prepared by design contractors. 
• Participate and make contribution in project reviews such as E-3D model review, constructability reviews, layout reviews, mechanical handling reviews, HAZOP, SIL classification etc. 
• Verification of the design works carried out by engineering contractors to ensure proposed solutions meet integrity, reliability, operability and maintainability requirements. 
• Provide support during the fabrication, testing, installation and commissioning of static equipment. Conduct shop and field acceptance testing. 
• Participate in the development of the pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up plans for static equipment. 
• Support asset teams to troubleshoot mechanical equipment performance issues, proffer solutions and conduct field performance tests. 
• Interface with other engineering disciplines like Process, Materials and corrosion, Civil structural, Technical safety, Quality, etc. 
• Work with a diverse range of static equipment vendors to optimize equipment design through the application of best practices. 
• Support technical development and coaching of trainees in mechanical engineering discipline. 

 Job Dimension

• Interfaces: Project Engineers, Discipline Engineers, Front End Lead , HSE, Production Assets, Contract & Procurement, Projects services, Maintenance, Quality Team.
• External Relations: Design and Construction Contractors, OEMs, Vendors, Regulators etc 

Requirements

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualifications with NSE and COREN membership.
• Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience within the oil and gas industry.

The successful candidate should have

• Must possess an in-depth knowledge of ISO, API, ASME, ASHRAE, etc design standards for static equipment, piping and HVAC applications in oil and gas operation. 
• Skilled in the use of industry codes and international standards. 
• Strong team building, inter-personal and communication skills (i.e. report writing, presentation). 
• Possess commercial acumen. 
• Possess capability to interpret Plant Design, 2D Autocad and E-3D PDMS models. 
• Ability to prepare design, procurement, construction, pre-commissioning and hand-over specification packages for static equipment. 
• Visibly demonstrate personal and company HSE commitment. 
• Ability to deal with a broad spectrum of technical and commercial issues and uncertainties, which must be engineered and managed. 
• Ability to work and collaborate with personnel and Contractors in different locations and time zones. 

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Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited does not request monetary payments (e.g. insurance policy, visa/work permit, HUET or HSSE training, special job offer, etc.) for employment. 

All successful applicants who receive an offer of employment from Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited would have been required to go through a formal and transparent recruitment process.

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Job Purpose

To provide process Engineering expertise and support the delivery of HA & HB-Buko projects.  

The HA & HB-Buko projects aim to provide circa 350-450 MMscf/d of gas to the NLNG Train-7 from 2029+, as well as 25-30 kb/d of oil and condensate for export. The projects’ projected gas supply constitutes circa 25% of the overall supply to the NLNG Train-7. The HA project completed FEED in Apr-25 and is now completing the tendering phase of the project contracts.  While the HB-Buko project has initiated FEED in Q2-26. Current plan is for a joint HA/HB-Buko FID by end of Q1-27. Given the strategic importance of both projects to the NLNG Train 7, and to derisk the project execution schedule to protect the First Gas Date, a full integration and optimization of HA & HB-Buko has been endorsed by the JV partners to improve the business case and to accelerate further optimizations of the projects. 

The Senior Process Engineer position involves provision of technical input & assurance throughout the project lifecycle including Conceptual, FEED, Detailed Design, Procurement, Construction, Installation & Commissioning stages, to safeguard design, technical and operational integrity. 

This job vacancy is an Individual Contributor role and location is Port Harcourt

Responsibilities

• The purpose of this position is to deliver high quality process engineering input for the Process Engineering Discipline in HA project.  
• Function as Senior Process Engineer and a Subject Matter Expert (SME process modelling). 
• Assist the HA Process Discipline lead in managing the process discipline and willing/available to support other projects and Assets when required.  
• Provide high quality - well thought out and documented - process engineering deliverables. 
• Support the Project in meeting process safety AIPSM (Asset Integrity Process Safety Management) requirements for Design, Construction and operations.  
• Interpret and apply design standards and Provide Process Engineering inputs in technical reviews and Management of Change to ensure technical integrity, efficiency, and safety of facilities. 
• Contribute to successful project design delivery - on schedule and on budget - through efficient design practices. 
• Share and implement global best practice and learnings with special focus on standardisation and repeatability. 
• Develop effective and supportive working relationships with other disciplines. 
• Support and coach trainee Engineers. 
• Provide process related technical clarifications with contractors/vendors and seek avenues for cost savings.  
• Work with a diverse range of process equipment vendors to optimise equipment design through the application of best practices. 
• Apply minimum technical specification and system engineering initiatives for project specifications and contractors' activities on process engineering.  
• Verification of the design works carried out by engineering contractors to ensure proposed solutions meet integrity, reliability, operability and maintainability requirements when required.  
• Provide support during the fabrication, testing, installation and commissioning of process equipment, and conduct shop and field acceptance testing.  
• Participate in the development of the pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up plans for the HA facility.  
• Contributory participation in multi-discipline project reviews including HAZOP, HAZID, E-3D model, layout, SIL classification studies, design reviews and constructability reviews.  

Job Dimension

• Interfaces: Project Engineers, Discipline Engineers, Front End Lead , HSE, Production Assets, Contract & Procurement, Projects services, Maintenance, Quality Team.
• External Relations: Design and Construction Contractors, OEMs, Vendors, Regulators etc 

Requirements

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Chemical Engineering) with NSE and COREN membership.
• 8-10 years’ experience within the oil and gas industry.

The successful candidate should have

• Demonstrated competences for Process Engineering  
• Experience with understanding of the operations and maintenance work processes. 
• Knowledge of HSSE framework and International engineering standards, best practices, and systems. 
• A good understanding of practices, standards and technologies relating to Oil and Gas facilities.  
• Skilled in the use of simulation tools e.g., UNISIM, IPSM-GAP, PIPESIM, etc 
• Strong team, personal and people management skills, committed to learning and continuous improvement 
• Considerable customer focus, interpersonal skills and commercial astuteness are required together with initiative, expertise and energy to identify and exploit business opportunities. 
• Good communication skill is essential. 
• Ability to function effectively in a multi-ethnic, multi-disciplinary environment. 
• Good leadership, coaching, negotiating, decision making, personal relations and communications skills are paramount for success. Inter-cultural awareness, team integration abilities are a requirement.  
• Personal effectiveness and ability to work and deliver with minimal supervision. 
• Experience working with Sub-surface Disciplines in a collaborative environment, including the use of Integrated Production System Modelling Tool(s). 

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Job Purpose

The SC Commercial Lead, HA Brownfield Responsible for the management of Contracting and Procurement activities for HA HA Project Brownfield scope. The incumbent will be responsible for executing Project Contracting and Procurement activities, ensuring business delivery focused on protecting Renaissance interests, mitigating risks and supporting the achievement of OSD for HA Development Project. The role involves management of Brownfield contracts ensuring delivery and management of the Brownfield scope in line with the project schedule and plans, mitigating supply chain risks and supporting achievement of a lower cost base and for the project.

Responsibilities

• The CP Lead delivers value through implementing the approved CP Strategy and Tactics.
• Managing the Tender Process for the award of the Brownfield Contracts
• Competitively benchmark contractor proposal from a value-based perspective; driving the application of most competitive supply chains
• Resolution of commercial and contractual issues with contractors including terms and conditions of contract in collaboration with legal, risk and insurance specialists.
• Deliver superior post award contract management in project execution including contracts administration to secure third party services and materials in compliance with cost and schedule plans ensuring quality and continuous improvement. Maintain a close working relationship with Package Leads, Project Team, Project Manager to ensure aligned delivery and focus.
• Implement the project management and health check systems including interface, risk/opportunity, permits and consents, cost, schedule/ progress, Quality, HSE (HSE MS, HSE Case, Goal Zero), and Monitoring/Reporting to ensure delivery of HA Development Project.
• Maintaining good relationships with contractors and other stakeholders to ensure commitment and support.
• Ability to apply sound commercial judgement and a simplification mind-set, - Application of the robust CP Expected Practices and Outcomes for Major projects, to deliver Value creation and Value protection across the lifecycle of the project. Ability to apply sound commercial judgement and a simplification mind-set, understanding the difference between non-negotiable compliance elements (Safety, E&C, Code of Conduct, Law) and CP operating practices, while always keeping enterprise business value in focus.

Job Dimension

• The incumbent will be required to take the lead and proactively interface with stakeholders to ensure fit for purpose and timely preparation of the tender documents allowing the project to maintain this schedule.
• Third Party Spend - Circa US$100mln cutting across HA/HB Projects.
• Key Stakeholder Interfaces: Internal - Discipline Managers, Expert functions (e.g. Legal, Tax, Finance, Insurance, Project Services, Nigerian Content etc.), Tender Boards,
• External - Suppliers and Contractors (Local and International), JV representatives, NCDMB.

Key Decision

• Contracting Strategy Decisions: Choosing the right contracting approach for the various Contracts in line with market realities
• Supplier Performance Management: Deciding on performance metrics, intervention strategies for underperforming suppliers, and escalation paths. 

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline from a recognized and reputable institution.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in Project Contracting and Procurement within the Oil & Gas sector, including demonstrated experience in EPC tendering processes.

The successful candidate should have

• Must be an experienced Contracting and Procurement (CP) professional on major capital projects. Proven hands-on CP Project management experience is essential, with ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural/ diverse environment.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge, capability and competence in the following commercial, technical and interpersonal aspects:
• Robust Oil and Gas Project Contracting and Procurement experience, both pre-FID and post-FID project execution, with demonstrable CP project competence is a key
• Commercial acumen and Project Contracting: Development and execution of, Invitation to Tenders, analysis, negotiating and executing EPC contracts.
• Knowledge of best practice post award contract management in EPC contracts (Contractor relationship and performance management, Contract administration and claims management)
• Strong knowledge of strategic, technical, legal, finance, tax and commercial issues in contracts.
• Interpersonal skill and effective communications both internally and externally and able to cope with complexity and uncertainty.
• A hands-on mentality but with effective Team player skills, collaborates and integrates within CP and with contractors.

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Job Purpose

The SC Commercial Lead, ANOH Responsible for the management of Contracting and Procurement activities for Domestic Gas Projects. The incumbent will be responsible for executing Project Contracting and Procurement activities, ensuring business delivery focused on protecting Renaissance interests, mitigating risks and supporting the achievement of OSD for identified domestic gas Project.

The role involves management of Greenfield and Brownfield contracts ensuring delivery and management of the Greenfield and Brownfield scope in line with the project schedule and plans, mitigating supply chain risks and supporting achievement of a lower cost base and for the project.

Responsibilities

• The CP Lead delivers value through implementing the approved CP Strategy and Tactics.
• Managing the Tender Process for the award of the Greenfield and Brownfield Contracts
• Competitively benchmark contractor proposal from a value-based perspective; driving the application of most competitive supply chains
• Resolution of commercial and contractual issues with contractors including terms and conditions of contract in collaboration with legal, risk and insurance specialists.
• Deliver superior post award contract management in project execution including contracts administration to secure third party services and materials in compliance with cost and schedule plans ensuring quality and continuous improvement. Maintain a close working relationship with General Manager Gas, Project Manager, specific Domestics Gas Project Execution Manager, and entire Project Team to ensure aligned delivery and focus.
• Implement the project management and health check systems including interface, risk/opportunity, permits and consents, cost, schedule/ progress, Quality, HSE (HSE MS, HSE Case, Goal Zero), and Monitoring/Reporting to ensure to ensure timely delivery of Domestic Gas projects.
• Maintaining good relationships with contractors and other stakeholders to ensure commitment and support.
• Ability to apply sound commercial judgement and a simplification mind-set, understanding the difference between non-negotiable compliance elements (Safety, E&C, Code of Conduct, Law) and CP operating practices, while always keeping enterprise business value in focus. 

Job Dimension

• The incumbent will be required to take the lead and proactively interface with stakeholders to ensure fit for purpose and timely preparation of the tender documents allowing the project to maintain this schedule.
• Third Party Spend - Circa US$100-$300mln cutting across Domestic Gas Projects
• Key Stakeholder Interfaces: Internal - Discipline Managers, Expert functions (e.g. Legal, HSE, Tax, Finance, Insurance, Project Services, Engineering team, External Relations team, Nigerian Content etc.), Tender Boards,
• External - Suppliers and Contractors (Local and International), NUIMS JV representatives and Regulators, NCDMB.

Key Decision

• Contracting Strategy Decisions: Choosing the right contracting approach for the various Contracts in line with market realities
• Supplier Performance Management: Deciding on performance metrics, intervention strategies for underperforming suppliers, and escalation paths. 

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline from a recognized and reputable institution.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in Project Contracting and Procurement within the Oil & Gas sector, including demonstrated experience in Capital Project Contracting.

The successful candidate should have

• Must be an experienced Contracting and Procurement (CP) professional on major capital projects. Proven hands-on CP Project management experience is essential, with ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural/ diverse environment.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge, capability and competence in the following commercial, technical and interpersonal aspects:
• Robust Oil and Gas Project Contracting and Procurement experience, both pre-FID and post-FID project execution, with demonstrable CP project competence is a key
• Commercial acumen and Project Contracting: Development and execution of, Invitation to Tenders, analysis, negotiating and executing EPC contracts.
• Strong Knowledge of best practice post award contract management in EPC contracts (Contractor relationship and performance management, Contract administration and claims management
• Strong knowledge of strategic, technical, legal, finance, tax and commercial issues in contracts.
• Interpersonal skill and effective communications both internally and externally and able to cope with complexity and uncertainty.
• A hands-on mentality but with effective Team player skills, collaborates and integrates within CP and with contractors.
• Strong Stakeholder management skills required to effectively manage internal and external Stakeholders.

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Job Purpose

The SC Lead Corporate leads a team of seven (7) Supply Chain Commercial Specialists responsible for the execution of sourcing requirements for corporate functions in Renaissance Africa Energy Company.

The Corporate Supply Chain is a strategic business enabler managing a $500 million contract portfolio across multiple lines of business and with numerous contractors & suppliers. The Supply Chain Lead Corporate is a high-impact role that drives the sourcing and procurement of critical requirements for corporate functions. From shaping category & sourcing strategies and ensuring negotiation targets are met, to building strong supplier partnerships, this role ensures the delivery of cost-effective, high-quality services that keep operations going.

The ideal candidate for this role is a seasoned supply chain professional with oil and gas expertise and a track record of unlocking value through strategic sourcing and supplier collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Driving category strategy for corporate services, aligning sourcing plans with business priorities and market shifts.
• Owning the tendering lifecycle from RFP to submission, ensuring robust technical and total cost of ownership evaluations within the team
• Forging and managing high-impact supplier partnerships to guarantee quality, reliability, and speed of delivery.
• Leading tough negotiations to lock in value, reduce risk, and secure best-in-class contract terms.
• Monitoring spends across corporate contracts, uncovering cost-saving opportunities and boosting operational efficiency. Staying ahead of the curve with deep market intelligence — tracking trends, pricing, and supplier capabilities across corporate categories.
• Proactively managing risk across corporate categories —anticipating disruptions, regulatory shifts, and supplier performance issues.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with corporate functions, finance, and legal teams to streamline procurement and strengthen contract execution.
• Championing compliance, ensuring every deal meets internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify, develop & implement supply chain improvement opportunities, particularly to enable lean sourcing, effective and waste-free requisition-to-pay (RTP) processes.
• Ensure Supply Chain Strategy supports Goal Zero Aspiration through implementation of robust Contractor Safety Management practices and alignment to Renaissance’s personal and process safety Goal Zero focus areas.
• Ensure Implementation of Contractor HSSE practices in close liaison with Contract Holders and Owners.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in business, Science or Engineering from a reputable institution. MCIPS would be an added advantage
• 15 years of post-graduation work experience in Supply Chain, Procurement or Contract.
• Proficiency in the use of SC systems SAP, ARIBA and Excel for Data analysis.

The successful candidate should have

• Proven track record of execution excellence & delivering results.
• Highly tuned commercial acumen and curiosity with demonstrated ability to develop and deliver value from complex deals.
• Proven experience in contract negotiations & complex tender evaluation
• Good understanding of strategic, technical, legal, finance, taxation and commercial issues.
• Highly driven, can do’, inspiring, able to articulate in a crisp and precise manner.
• Able to translate strategy to tangible and valuable outcomes for the local business
• Uncompromising on HSSE, ethics & compliance
• Continuous improvement and simplification mindset
• Strong and Proven Interpersonal, Influencing & Stakeholder Management Skills.
• Ability to cope with complexity & uncertainty and proven adaptability
• Driven, Motivated & Passionate to drive positive changes.