Avira Nigeria Limited: 7 Hot Oil & Gas Job Vacancies

Over Seven (7) Job Vacancies in Avira Nigeria Limited

We are a fast-growing Oil and Gas Logistics Company involved in wet and dry cargo haulage located on the Lekki axis of Lagos. To meet the exciting challenges of growth and expansion, the organization requires outstanding professional with robust hands –on experience to fill the following positions:



1.)  Head, Operation (Nigerian or Expatriate). Email- hops@aviraltd.com

Responsible for the management and oversight of the company's
operational activities, timely quality service delivery and business profitability

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement & manage the Company's Operations procedures and guidelines
• Manage the execution of the Company's Operational activities to ensure, market penetration, enhance business growth and operating efficiency
• Identify, evaluate and develop new business opportunities based on insights derived from market analysis
• Develop and implement internal control measures to guarantee the integrity of service delivery and safeguard company assets and interests
• Ensure corporate objectives pre met within the defined period
• Establish and maintain productive working relationship with relevant regulatory agencies and other industry stakeholders

Qualification, Knowledge, Skills &. Experience

• A good first University degree (minimum 2.2); an MBA or relevant professional qualification
• Minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience; 7 of them at a Strategic Senior Management level in a similar reputable organization
• Industry knowledge, Strategic Thinking, Business and Financial Acumen
• Relationship Management & Conflict Resolution Skills

2.)  Head, Finance & Admin. Email - hfa@aviraltd.com
Manage the development and Implementation of the company's financial strategy/policies/procedures; effectively deplore the company's admin resources for optimum efficiency

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement effective financial management strategy.
• Develop and maintain an effective financial information system that enables the production of timely periodic financial and management reports
• Manage the budgetary process and ensure that budgets adequately reflect resource requirements and revenue estimates to support the business
• Plan & coordinate activities of statutory examiners (e.g. external auditors, Internal Revenue Service etc).
• Manage compliance with internal control procedures
• Establish and manage appropriate framework for general administration and resource management in the company.

Qualification, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• A good first University degree (minimum 2.2) in Accounting / Economics & Professional Accreditation (ACA; ICAN) with 7 - 10 years professional experience preferably in a similar organization
• Accounting Standards, Treasury & Funds Management, Taxation, Assets & liabilities Management

3.)  Business Development Coordinator. Email - bdc@aviraltd.com

Evaluate and articulate business development opportunities and develop same into viable and profitable businesses

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and harness business opportunities based on insight derived from sound business intelligence
• Develop a comprehensive strategic plan for business development and marketing needs
• Develop enhanced services with value proposition for existing and potential market needs
• Grow quantum of business with existing customer and monitor business performance against defined key performance indices/metrics
• Ensure prompt collection of payment for services rendered

Qualification. Knowledge. Skills & Experience

• A good first degree (minimum 2.2) in a business related course; an MBA will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, 3 of which must have been spent in a business strategy development role in the organized private sector Strategy Formulation, Industry Knowledge, Business & Finance Acumen Oral & Written Communication, Customer Orientation, Negotiation, Innovation & Creativity, Integrity

4.)  Internal Control Coordinator. Email- icc@aviraltd.com
Manage the company's systems of control and compliance with internal control policies and procedures

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a comprehensive Internal Audit strategy and plan for monitoring and maintaining the integrity of business processes, procedures and decisions
• Establish an effective fraud prevention framework and loss control system
• Implement and monitor compliance with Internal control policies and procedures on a day-to-day basis
• Generate reports and make recommendations for constant improvement of internal control systems

Qualification, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• A good first degree (minimum 2.2) in accounting or economics. A higher degree in business audit or professional qualification in risk management and Accreditation (ACA; ICAN) will be an advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years relevant experience in business audit and risk management positions in reputable companies
• Financial Accounting, Risk Management, Analytical, Integrity 

 
5.)  Security & Safety Coordinator. Email- ssc@aviraltd.com

Secure work locations, personnel and assets of the organization; ensure the maintenance of safe, healthy and friendly work environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk assessment and Security Policy In tandem with industry codes and standards
• Liaise with security agencies and other 3rd parties on safety issues.
• Ensure optimum security of company assets, personnel, property and environment
• Develop an effective method of Intelligence gathering to keep the company
• abreast of security situations and development
• Implement and monitor EHSQ management policy and procedures
• Train employees on safety practices and organize regular safety drills
• Develop an efficient response policy to manage industrial emergencies

Qualification, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• A good first degree or equivalent qualification
• Past membership of a military or paramilitary organization (Senior Officer Grade) will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years cognate experience as a Security Supervisor within a reputable company in the Oil & Gas industry

6.)  Workshop Coordinator. Email- wsc@aviraltd.com
Ensure effective and efficient maintenance of all vehicles, equipment and work environment for optimum and seamless operations

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage an efficient and cost-effective company-Wide maintenance policy
• Establish a periodic maintenance schedule and supervise maintenance crew for optimum output
• Develop a comprehensive database of all vehicles' history and ensure minimum downtime of vehicles and equipment
• Maintain an adequate stocking level of fuel and spares for all vehicles,
• equipment and workshop facilities
• Ensure the conformity of facilities With prescribed environmental standards.

Qualification, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• A good Higher National Diploma/First degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years cognate work experience on a similar job.
• Problem Solving, Initiative and Negotiation skill
• Industry QA & EHSQ, Time Management and Reporting
• Experience with new model Mack trucks confers an advantage

7.)  Safety Officer Email - sof@aviraltd.com
Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct trainings for all employees on company's safety culture and practices
• Monitor compliance with safety policy and procedure with emphasis on petroleum products handling in the Oil & Gas industry
• Monitor safety compliance of potential contractors and other 3rd parties and determine acceptability
• Prepare task hazard control sheet for every trip before it is embarked on

Qualification, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• A good first degree and Professional Accreditation in Safety Management
• Minimum of 3 years cognate work experience as a QA & EHSQ Officer within a reputable company in the Transport/Logistics or Oil & Gas industry
• Safety Management, Industry safety regulation and codes, Team Work
• Oral & Written Communication, Timeliness, Reporting, Supervisory

Application Deadline: 26th April, 2011

How to Apply:
Send an updated Curriculum Vitae (in MS Word format) as an email attachment to the email address for the position you are applying for within 2 (two) weeks of this publication. All positions are located in Lagos.

Short-listed candidates will undergo both written and oral assessments.

Only short-listed candidates Will be contacted.