HOT NIGERIA JOB IN SHELL OIL COMPANY PORT HARCOURT FOR HELICOPTER LANDING SITES SUPERINTENDENT

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Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) is the pioneer and leader of the petroleum industry in Nigeria. It has the largest acreage in the country from which it produces some 43 per cent of the nation’s oil. The company’s operations are concentrated in the Niger Delta and adjoining shallow offshore areas where it operates in an oil mining lease area of around 31,000 square kilometers.
SPDC is currently involved in a multi-million dollar oil and gas project in the Niger Delta region with the objective of increasing production to help meet the world’s growing demand for energy
Right now we require the service of a HELICOPTER LANDING SITES SUPERINTENDENT.

JOB: HELICOPTER LANDING SITES SUPERINTENDENT

JOB ID: F26075
LOCATION: Port Harcourt, Nigeria

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the Helicopter Landing Sites (HLS) in Shell Exploration and Production (SEPCiN) Companies in Nigeria, while ensuring that they are maintained, equipped and mannedin accordance with Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority and Shell Groupstandards. The key tasks are:
- To be the focal point for operational safety and strive for continuous improvement to mitigate the risks attached to helicopter operations
- Ensure that all SEPCiN HLS are maintained to the required national and Shell Group standards
- Ensure the right manpower is available to support effective helicopter landings and take-offs at SEPCiN HLS
- Oversee the selection of Helicopter Landing Officers and Assistants and ensure required training and assessment is effected
- Organize initial and recurrent Rescue and Fire Fighting training for HLOs and HDAs.
- Conduct visits to every SEPCiN HLS at least once every 3 monthsto ensure that it is being maintained and operated to required standard
- Advise on new HLS locations andhelipad construction
- Liaise with helicopter operator and advise on Swamp Rig positioning
- Ensure annual emergency drills are carried out at each HLS
- Hold and manage contracts for the procurement of HLS lighting and safety equipment
- Liaise with stakeholders to ensure funding and timely completion of major HLS repairs and upgrades as well as routine maintenance
- Supervise contractors’ HLS inspectors and co-ordinate HLS inspection schedules
- Collate HLS inspection reports and disseminate to SEPCiN managers, and drive timely close-out of non-conformances
- Lead investigations into all HLS/ HLO related incidents and managethe implementation of remedial actions
- Chair regular meetings with HLSowners and air operators to review HLS standards and incidents
REQUIREMENTS:
The ideal candidate must have / have held a valid Airline TransportLicence (Helicopters) with a minimum of 10 years experience as commercial pilot
- Good understanding of current industry best practice and Nigerian National Aviation legislation
- Gained experience as a Flight Safety Officer or Helideck Inspector.
- Working knowledge of ICAO, NCAA and FAA/ JAA requirements relating to HLSs.
- Experience in helicopter operations at Niger Delta HLS is preferred
- Must be confident with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
- Must be proficient in the use ofcomputers
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Saturday 29 October 2011
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