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Production Operator (Onshore Field Operations) ƒƒ‚ƒ‚‚ƒ‚‚“ Kenya At Wts Energy

Wts Energy

Oil and Gas full time Nairobi Posted 17 hours ago

WTS Energy, headquartered in the Netherlands and established in 2000, is one of the leading Outsourcing & Workforce Management Companies to the Global Energy industry. WTS Supplies Manpower, Recruitment, Outsourcing Services in Africa, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas. WTS Energy works on all Energy projects, Oil & Gas and Renewables. We have access to the entire global skill pool of energy specialists and have local knowledge and associations in different regions for efficient operational support. We have registered offices in 17 countries such as Netherlands, UAE, Nigeria, Mozambique, Gabon, Jordan, Yemen, Iraq, Kurdistan, Germany, UK, Serbia, US, Canada, India, Malaysia, and Singapore. Specialties Oil and Gas Recruitment, Manpower Supply for Oil & Gas Industry, Project Recruitment Campaigns, Recruitment Process Outsourcing, Workforce Management, Employment Solutions for new regions, Operations Support, Contract Staffing, Permanent Hire Job Description We are seeking to hire two Production Operators who will be responsible for supporting day-to-day field production operations through safe operation of surface production equipment and wellsite systems. The role involves executing routine production rounds, monitoring equipment performance, performing basic maintenance activities, and supporting production data collection under supervision. The ideal candidates must have upstream oil & gas field operations exposure with strong discipline in safe operations and production support activities. Key Responsibilities: Operate and monitor surface production equipment including wellheads, chokes, separators, pumps, flowlines, and metering systems in accordance with operating procedures. Perform daily production rounds, recording pressures, temperatures, and flow rates, and completing accurate shift logs and handover documentation. Conduct routine sampling of oil, gas, and water streams, ensuring proper labeling, handling, and transfer of samples to laboratory facilities. Execute start-up, shutdown, pigging, and flowback operations under supervision, following isolation procedures and lockout/tagout requirements. Carry out basic preventive maintenance tasks such as lubrication, filter changes, and visual inspections, and report equipment abnormalities to supervision. Assist in well testing and production data collection activities in coordination with engineers and service providers. Adhere strictly to permit-to-work systems, safety procedures, and emergency response protocols, actively participating in toolbox talks and safety meetings. Handle chemicals and consumables safely in accordance with HSSEQ and environmental requirements. Support rig-up, rig-down, mobilization, demobilization, and contractor field activities as required. Maintain high housekeeping standards and ensure safe, clean, and organized work areas at all times. Perform any other duties as assigned in support of safe and efficient production operations. Required Qualifications: Technical certificate or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Operations, Process Technology, or a related technical field. 2 – 5 years’ experience in upstream oil & gas production operations, plant operations, or similar industrial field environments. Basic understanding of surface production equipment including wellheads, separators, chokes, pumps, and flow measurement systems. Familiarity with routine production operations such as sampling, shift logging, and equipment inspections. Awareness of HSSEQ systems including permit-to-work, lockout/tagout, and basic process safety principles. Basic computer literacy for data entry, reporting, and operational logs. Strong willingness to learn, follow procedures, and develop technical competence in field operations. Certifications such as First Aid, H2S, Confined Space, Permit-to-Work, or Working at Heights will be an added advantage. Exposure to SCADA systems, CMMS platforms, or basic instrumentation will be an added advantage. Strong teamwork, reliability, attention to detail, and ability to work in remote rotational environments.