Sahara Group nutures businesses in the energy sector. These companies operate essentially within the energy industry and its associated sub-sectors. The Group consists of individuals, who are determined to make a positive impact on the business environment.
We are recruiting to fill the below position:
Job Title: Project Engineer – Planning & Electrical Instrumentation
Location: Nigeria
Company: Asharami Synergy Plc.
Job Grade: Assistant Manager
Line Manager: Engineering & Project Manager
Purpose Statement
Location: Nigeria
Company: Asharami Synergy Plc.
Job Grade: Assistant Manager
Line Manager: Engineering & Project Manager
Purpose Statement
- The position will be accountable for technical delivery of projects through Front End and Detailed Engineering Design, Construction and Commissioning & Handover to operations.
- Key aspects of this position include managing and reviewing the technical aspects of the projects that are designed by engineering service providers. The position will also review cost estimation and perform Inspection, Testing and Commissioning.
- The position will work with the Engineering Project Manager to manage the Company’s interface with Government Regulatory Agencies as well as ensure that all the Company activities meet statutory and Group HSE standards.
Key Deliverables
- Develop Project management plan and execution strategy for all Asharami Synergy projects
- Develop of In-house project schedules and validation of vendor preliminary project schedules.
- Plan and schedule projects by developing a project master schedule in line with the proposal requirements through the application of the appropriate software.
- Monitor critical activities based on the project schedule and advise project team.
- Coordinate the risk management mitigation plan for identified risks & opportunities.
- Prepare all Project Schedule update, showing earned value and all support information to inform the project team of actual status on all projects.
- Review all Schedule information (milestone, interfaces & Durations) for all contract packages.
- Electrical Subject matter advisor for successful project design and completion by managing directly and providing engineering and technical supports.
- Project management role for supervision of Asharami Synergy major projects as delegated by a Project responsibility matrix.
- Evaluation/Assessment of major project electrical & instrumentation engineering designs to ensure completeness. Review of power system analysis and power systems components specifications.
- Review of projects electrical & instrumentation work scope, design basis, design calculations, drawings and supporting documentation. Provide electrical design and construction support on projects. Preparation of electrical load, load flow and short circuit calculations.
- Participate in developing, implementation of policies & procedures of capital project framework manual Monitor project execution with the consultants including inspection plan responsibility role as assigned for Asharami Synergy projects.
- Develop and implementation of the project management plans e.g. Execution Plan, Quality Plan, and Risk Management Plan.
- Manage contractor relationships and ensure timely completion, within budget, safely, and to the specified quality.
- Manage contractor prequalification and tender/bid process.
- Preparation of yearly projects team In house Budget.
- Clear understanding and application of relevant technical codes and standards (ANSI, ASME, API etc.) for all engineering deliverables.
- Ensures that all the works done are in accordance with the approved construction drawings, contract documents, project specifications, and all applicable standards whether local, national or international standards.
Role Profile
- Ensures that all site works are done according to all applicable quality standards.
- Proactively identifies and addresses safety issues as they arise throughout a project from scoping to commissioning.
Minimum Qualification/ Experience
- B.Sc/B. Tech Engineering (Electrical)
- 8 years of Post NYSC work experience (Minimum of 5 years in Oil & Gas infrastructure)
- Project Management Professional Certification & Relevant professional/industry certifications.
Knowledge/Skills:
- Familiarization with Project management methodology with CAPM certification an advantage
- Excellent skills in the use of Microsoft office and Microsoft Project.
- Excellent understanding of Electrical design codes and interpretation of Electrical designs.
- Strong negotiation and purchasing skills
- Strong organizational skills
Personality Traits:
- Proven relationship-building skills with good interpersonal skills
- Project management abilities with demonstrated full life cycle project engineering experience
- Ability to effectively communicate and interface with all levels of management
- Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple concurrent projects
- Proven ability to work independently, as part of a team and with initiatives to meet tight deadlines
- Good planning and organisational skills, along with a high degree of detail orientation
- Enthusiastic, adaptable and quick to learn
- Strong level of integrity with a sound work ethic
Working Relationships
- HSE and Maintenance SME experts
- Depot managers
- Contractors
- Finance Unit
- Government Agencies
- Open Markets & Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs)
Job Title: Retail Engineer
Location: Nigeria
Company: Asharami Synergy Limited
Job Grade: Supervisor
Line Manager: Maintenance Manager
Purpose Statement
Location: Nigeria
Company: Asharami Synergy Limited
Job Grade: Supervisor
Line Manager: Maintenance Manager
Purpose Statement
- Execution of the day-to-day Maintenance management retail outlets both company owned /franchise as well as retro-fits as per the company specifications and brand standards. Maintenance of all company facilities in the assigned area of operations including providing necessary technical support to other units within the company.
Key Deliverables
- Assist in the preparation of bid document, contract specification and project drawing for use by contractors in submitting bids for construction projects.
- Conduct on site investigations and analyze data (maps, reports, tests, drawings and other)
- Carry out technical and feasibility studies and draw up blueprints that satisfy technical specifications
- Gathering of market intelligence towards the preparation of project cost estimates of projects being let out to bid.
- Carrying out of site review, field surveying, measurement work and calculations of projects. Assess potential risks, materials and costs
- Assist in the review of bid proposals and make recommendation on the award of bids.
- Performs project management work such as the review of insurance/performance bonds, APG, and processing of contractor payment invoices.
- Makes field visit during construction phase, and interfaces with contractors around project schedule, interpretation of project document, codes etc. and prepares periodic status report to the Divisional Engineer about same. Monitor progress and compile reports in project status
- Maintains and prepares job records/”as-built” drawings for completed projects.
- Day to day Management of equipment maintenance in a safe, timely and sustainable manner
- Provide advice and resolve creatively any emerging problems/deficiencies
- Manage budget and purchase equipment/materials
- Comply with guidelines and regulations including permits, safety etc. and deliver technical files and other technical documentation as required
Knowledge/Skills
- Excellent knowledge of design and visualizations software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D , Microsoft projects and other similar software
- Proficiency in site layout, grading, utility design, erosion control, regulatory approvals
- Good knowledge in preparation of bill of quantities.
- Ability to relate well at all levels, including vendors, contractors, regulatory bodies, and community relations.
- Project management and supervision skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Membership of the Nigerian Society of Engineers
Minimum Qualification/ Experience:
- A university degree (or its equivalent) in Civil Engineering or other related course.
- Minimum of 3 years cognate working experience (Post NYSC) in a similar role
Personality Traits:
- Excellent interpersonal and business communication skills across all levels
- Great attention to details and numerate inclined
- Candidate must be inquisitive and able to probe
- Good Team Spirit
Job Title: Project Engineer-Civil
Location: Nigeria
Job Grade Assistant Manager
Line Manager Engineering & Project Manager
Job Grade Assistant Manager
Line Manager Engineering & Project Manager
Purpose Statement
- The position will be accountable for technical delivery of projects through Front-End and Detailed Engineering Design, Construction and Commissioning & Handover to operations.
- Key aspects of this position include managing and reviewing the technical aspects of the projects that are designed by engineering service providers.
- The position will also review civil engineering details required for construction of facilities from inception to commissioning.
- The position will work with the Engineering Project Manager to manage the Company’s interface with Government Regulatory Agencies as well as ensure that all the Company activities meet statutory and Group HSE standards.
Key Deliverables
- Supervision of assigned projects through Development, Design, Construction, Commissioning and Handover ensuring delivery in accordance with project requirements, specifications, schedule and budget.
- Develop technical specifications for contracts, review technical proposals, processes and manage contractor performance
- Perform vendor identification, pre-qualification, tender clarifications and technical evaluations
- Perform Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Audits
- Review Civil Designs & specifications and supervise execution.
- Makes field visit during construction phase, and interfaces with contractors around project schedule, interpretation of project document, codes etc. and prepares periodic status report to Line Manager.
- Perform Multidisciplinary roles while liaising with subject matter experts.
- Identify operational and constructability hazards and ensure efficient designs that mitigate the hazards through HAZOP studies, constructability reviews. Etc.
- Managing the construction process on site ensuring that the work in progress complies with the approved drawings.
- Ensuring that the standards and quality meets expectations set out in the contract
- Planning and programming by drawing up a schedule, taking into consideration specific factors and ensuring it is implemented accordingly and ensure optimal use of available resources.
- Ensure strong safety culture in the project team and compliance with company HSE standards by contractors on site.
- Ensure timely and effective communication with appropriate stakeholders for changes to approved scope, quality, cost and schedule with strict adherence to the Change Management Procedure.
- Identify project risks; develop plans to mitigate and manage the risks.
- Effectively manage customer issues, interface and engage with end-users to ensure customer satisfaction
- Update and review of approved changes to work schedule for distribution to relevant stakeholders
- Detailed oversight of planning and design activities, particularly as regards reduction of time slippage and adherence to budgets and timetables
- Project administration to compile Documentation, Project reports, project plans, Ensure a full set of reports are available
- Escalation of issues to the Project Managers in respect of early detection and resolution of non-critical issues before budgets or timetables are affected.
Role Profile
- Civil engineering reinforced concrete and steel detailed design knowledge and experience
- Interpersonal, networking and people management skills with ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders
- Project management abilities with demonstrated full life cycle project engineering experience
- Proactive team player with a strong sense of initiative
- Familiarity with industry and regulatory standards, procedures and practices with the ability to ensure execution of work in a safe and methodological manner
- Awareness of Planning, Cost Reporting, Estimating and Change Control techniques.
- Good planning and organisational skills, along with a high degree of detail orientation
- Proven ability to work independently, as part of a team and with initiatives to meet tight deadlines
Minimum Qualifications/ Experience
- B.Sc/B.Tech Engineering (Civil)
- 8 years of Post NYSC work experience (Minimum of 5 years in Oil & Gas infrastructure)
- Project Management Professional Certification
Personality Traits:
- Proven relationship-building skills with good interpersonal skills
- Project management abilities with demonstrated full life cycle project engineering experience
- Ability to effectively communicate and interface with all levels of management
- Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple concurrent projects
- Proven ability to work independently, as part of a team and with initiatives to meet tight deadlines
- Good planning and organisational skills, along with a high degree of detail orientation
- Enthusiastic, adaptable and quick to learn
- Strong level of integrity with a sound work ethic.
Working Relationships
- Vendors / Clients
- Project Team
- Legal Department of Sahara Group
- Operations Team
- Government and statutory Agencies
- Consultants and Contractors.
Job Title: Company Secretariat & Compliance Supervisor
Location: Nigeria
Job Grade: Supervisor
Line Manager: Company Secretariat Manager
Location: Nigeria
Job Grade: Supervisor
Line Manager: Company Secretariat Manager
Purpose Statement
- The company secretariat/board office provides professional services to the Sahara Group and its affiliates, focusing on governance, company secretarial services, data integrity and protection.
- The company secretariat also works with the companies and their regulatory compliance officers in ensuring regulatory and statutory compliance as well as a range of other corporate administrative and board support services.
Key Deliverables
- Organize Board and Shareholder meetings and monitor follow up action taken after the meetings.
- Monitor regulatory changes and ensure the dissemination of regulatory updates, rules or guidelines and periodic compliance changes to concerned offices / officers.
- Ensure Statutory and Regulatory Filings are done as and when due, with zero tolerance to fines, penalties from regulators
- Monitor internally, enforcement of compliance with the regulatory requirements and governance best practices
- Represent the company secretariat at Board and General Meetings
- Maintain an effective and efficient document control and administration system for statutory records and registers
- Liaise with the company’s external solicitors on regulatory matters to maintain cost efficient means for the prompt and favourable conclusion of all matters
- Continually adapt processes to new regulations and attend proactively to regulatory enquiries and inspections.
- Liaise with regulators (CAC, SEC&NSE) to obtain approvals and attend to regulators during inspection.
- Assist in the preparation of Annual Reports & review of policies
- Take on a flexible approach to relevant issues and act promptly to ensure situations are dealt with appropriately and effectively
- Ensure appropriate levels of confidentiality and discretion are maintained throughout the compliance monitoring processes.
Minimum Qualifications/ Experience
- Law degree from a reputable university, or other degree from a reputable university and certified by the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators as a Chartered Secretary
- 5-7 years of cognate work experience of which at least 2-3 years must be in company secretarial practice for a publicly quoted company
Knowledge/Skills:
- Excellent organizational skills, including ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and multi -task.
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of Nigerian Company Law
- Sound knowledge of company secretarial practice for publicly quoted companies
- Relationship Management
Personality Traits:
- Good team spirit
- Good planning and organizational skills, including the ability to anticipate tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and function efficiently whilst working to strict deadlines and shifting priorities.
- Must be dedicated, conscientious and reliable
Working Relationships
- Board of Directors
- CEO/MD
- Legal Department
- Risk & Compliance Department
- Finance Department
- External solicitors & regulatory agencies
Job Title: Recruitment Officer
Location: Nigeria
Company: Sahara Group Limited
Job Grade: Officer
Line Manager: Recruitment Manager
Purpose Statement
Location: Nigeria
Company: Sahara Group Limited
Job Grade: Officer
Line Manager: Recruitment Manager
Purpose Statement
- To provide support to the recruitment and selection process to ensure that Sahara Group attracts and recruits the best suitable applicants for identified vacancies.
Key Deliverables
- Leverage all recruiting channels, including internal career site, both traditional and alternative sources to identify and recruit the very best candidates
- Conduct interviews, sharing feedbacks about candidates and tracking their profiles in recruitment system
- Network through industry contacts, association memberships, trade groups, social media, and employees.
- Use social and professional networking sites to identify and source candidates.
- Manage all recruitment administrative functions relating to the recruitment and selection process such as:
- Prepare interview packs and arrange tests (such as pre-employment checks) and criminal checks.
- Arrange psychometric assessments with candidates’ successful after the first round of interviews.
- Arrange psychometric feedback with recruiting Line Managers, as part of the recruitment process
- Send out rejection letters based on interview panel findings and line manager to give candidate proper feedback regarding growth opportunities and gaps.
- Sift/Screen Shortlist applications according to job requirements.
- Forward all shortlisted applications to Line Managers for further shortlisting.
- Interview the selected candidates following the recruitment process to shortlist for interview
- Among other potential recruiting and hiring measurements, collect data on cost-per-hire and time to hire.
- Work closely with candidates to finalize recruitments to acceptance of offer
- Ensure completion of correct documentation and approvals
- Contribute to other HR duties as required.
Working Relationships:
- All Staff
- Group HR
- Hiring Managers
- External clients
Knowledge/Skills
- Experience with recruiting, technical recruiting a plus.
- Proven candidate sourcing and relationship building skills.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- General knowledge of various employment laws and practices.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Able to collect and interpret data-based Recruitment KPI’s
- Skills in database management and record keeping
Minimum Qualification/ Experience:
- B.Sc. degree in a relevant field from a reputable University
- Maximum of 3 years (Post-NYSC) experience as a Recruitment Specialist (either in-house or within a recruitment agency)
- Relevant professional HR Certification would be an added advantage.
Personality Traits:
- Ability to keep confidential records.
- Quick self-starter, multi-tasking and follow-through abilities.
- Ability to maintain appropriate level of confidentiality with employee sensitive data
- High methodical working methods are required.
- Willingness to work outside normal business hours
- Candidate must able to network with peers and other stakeholder
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to: recruiter@sahara-group.com
Application Deadline 1st August. 2018.
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