Electrical Specialist - Maintenance Fly Team
About the job
- Hold a diploma of Engineering or equivalent.
- Hold a postgraduate degree and specialized experience in the Oil & Gas industry or equivalent.
- Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Oil and Gas operations and/or maintenance.
- Have a proven track record in technical management of operations and/or maintenance.
- Have knowledge of computer hardware and software, particularly SAP, PI OSISOFT, PLC, and ICSS.
- Have specific professional knowledge of industrial combustion gas turbines, power generators, centrifugal and reciprocating compressors, and centrifugal and reciprocating pumps.
- Be able to confidently present and defend proposals and provide innovative solutions.
- Be fluent in both English and French, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Replace Electrical Supervisors during their absence and supervise electrical teams.
- Troubleshoot and maintain electrical equipment according to vendor specifications.
- Mentor trainees and transfer skills to ensure knowledge sharing and best practices.
- Provide technical leadership and analyze day-to-day operational issues.
- Prepare, organize, and execute major maintenance activities.
- Support the development of maintenance and reliability strategies.
- Review procedures for critical electrical equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Collaborate with engineering to integrate reliability and maintainability best practices into new designs.
- Participate in HAZOP/HAZID studies as required.
- Ensure compliance with Assala Energy’s HSSE Management Standards in production operations.
- Promote proactive HSSE behaviors and process safety management.
- Drive ESG awareness and lead initiatives to meet company objectives regarding environmental impact.
- Conduct studies and projects to optimize operational costs and enhance equipment reliability.
- Monitor process and equipment performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement changes.
- Knowledge of computer hardware and software, particularly SAP, PI OSISOFT, PLC, and ICSS, is a plus.
About the company
Assala Energy manages onshore oil and gas assets in Gabon, including five operated and four non-operated fields, a domestic pipeline network, and the Gamba Sud export terminal. It increases production by redeveloping mid-life and mature assets through disciplined investment and efficient operations, with production around 40,000 barrels per day in mid-2023. The company differentiates itself by acquiring mid-life assets, leveraging experienced leadership from the Shell transition and Carlyle-backed backing, and pursuing a scaled onshore platform. Its goal is to unlock further value in Gabon's onshore fields and to build a leading Gabonese onshore operator, with Maurel & Prom acquisition to create a larger platform.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
2017
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- April 16, 2026 first oil at Grand N’Gongui adds a new production leg.
- Assala reported 57,000 barrels per day in December 2025, up 26.6%.
- Gunvor financed the 2024 acquisition, signaling continued backing for Gabon’s expansion plan.
What critics are saying
- State control after the 2024 GOC takeover ties Assala to Gabon’s fiscal politics.
- Mature fields still decline without constant capex; Grand N’Gongui delays hit 2026 output.
- A 2027 Gabon policy shift or expropriation dispute would cripple cash generation.
What makes Assala Energy unique
- Assala runs Gabon’s core onshore infrastructure, including fields, pipelines, and Gamba Sud.
- Its edge is rejuvenating mature assets through appraisal, redevelopment, and life-extension drilling.
- June 2024 GOC ownership anchors local political access unavailable to foreign operators.
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