Cathodic Protection Tester

Ofix Recruit - Our client, an Indigenous Oil and Gas Company located in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Position: Cathodic Protection Tester
Job Reference Code: CPT/PH/10/18
Job Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Permanent

Responsibilities/Summary of Functions


  • Prepare for planned cathodic protection projects
  • Perform lock out and tag out procedures
  • Operate and use testing equipment
  • Perform trouble shooting on cathodic protection systems
  • Conduct function tests
  • Gather data, prepare records and reports
  • Install, maintain and repair components of a cathodic protection system
  • Troubleshoot and replace components on a rectifier that is not installed
  • Plan and perform duties involved with testing, evaluation and installation of cathodic protection systems to inhibit corrosion on various structures
  • Work with specific objectives and instruction from senior staff on customer drawings and specifications
  • Conduct various specific test procedures to gather data for evaluation purposes
  • Gather structure-to-soil potential data, soil measurements and rectifier data
  • Sketch rectifiers, anodes, test stations, and other design features on prepared drawings
  • Assist senior staff in the preparation of survey reports and final job reports
  • Sketch physical features of installation site for subsequent detail
  • Organize and reduce data gathered, prepare charts and tables
  • Assemble data for preparation of final client report including service recommendations
  • Diagnose and recommend remedies for system difficulties observed during resurvey operations
  • Recommend modifications as needed
  • Provide maintenance of field test equipment, ensure good operating condition and render minor repairs.

Requirements/Qualification

  • OND Diploma
  • NACE CP1 certification
  • A minimum of 5 years cognate experience.
  • Experience with land survey, navigation, interpretation of engineering designs, mechanical repair, IT, and/or construction highly preferred
  • Ability to travel extensively for physically demanding work in an outdoor environment (75% of the time)
  • Capability to operate ATV, and use general hand/power tools
  • Must have strong critical thinking, problem solving, and troubleshooting abilities
  • Commitment to working safely and producing high quality, ethical service
  • Good organizational skills and detail oriented
  • Highly motivated and thrives in a dynamic, team-based environment
  • Desire to collaborate with project managers, engineers, and management; locally and through other office locations
  • Professional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Comfortable with Microsoft Office programs.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: ofixrecruit@gmail.com The job reference code should be the subject of the email.