Heritage Petroleum Company Limited, a fully state-owned enterprise engaged in the exploration, development, and production of crude oil, is pleased to announce the opening of applications for a wide range of technical, managerial, and operational job positions across multiple business sectors. As part of our commitment to driving national energy security, operational excellence, and sustainable resource development, we are seeking highly qualified, experienced, and motivated professionals to join our organization. This recruitment drive represents one of the company’s most extensive talent-acquisition initiatives, designed to strengthen our workforce and strategically position the company for future growth.
Heritage Petroleum Company Limited operates with a strong focus on innovation, safety, transparency, and world-class operational standards. We are looking for candidates who possess deep industry expertise, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to contributing to Nigeria’s upstream petroleum industry. Interested applicants are invited to review the available vacancies listed below and apply for positions that align with their qualifications and career aspirations.
AVAILABLE POSITIONS
1. LEADERSHIP
These senior-level roles are critical to our corporate governance structure, strategic direction, business oversight, and organizational performance. We are recruiting for:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Audit Executive
- Chief Financial Officer
- Chief Legal Counsel
- HR Leader
- HSE Leader
- Offshore Leader
These positions require seasoned executives with a proven track record in leading large teams, managing high-stakes operations, and delivering long-term organizational value.
2. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Professionals within this division help drive economic modeling, corporate planning, project assessments, and growth strategies.
- Economist
- Completions Lead
Applicants should demonstrate strong analytical capabilities, experience in project evaluation, and a deep understanding of upstream oil and gas markets.
3. DRILLING
The drilling unit plays a central role in well delivery and operational continuity.
- Well Integrity & Abandonment Lead
- Workover Lead
- Drilling Engineer
Candidates must have hands-on experience in drilling operations, well engineering, safety standards, and field execution.
4. ENGINEERING
This sector focuses on technical design, asset maintenance, and engineering oversight.
- Instrumentation and Control Engineering (ICE)
- Discipline Manager
- Civil/Structural Engineer
Applicants should possess strong engineering competencies, problem-solving skills, and familiarity with industry engineering codes and regulations.
5. FINANCE
These roles ensure effective financial stewardship, statutory compliance, and transparent reporting.
- Reporting Lead
- Tax Accounting Lead
Ideal candidates must demonstrate mastery of financial regulations, tax administration, and corporate financial reporting frameworks.
6. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
As digital transformation becomes increasingly vital, the company seeks IT experts to support cybersecurity and infrastructure management.
- IT Lead Security
Candidates must possess strong knowledge of IT governance, network security, digital risk monitoring, and threat mitigation.
7. HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENT (HSE)
Operational safety is a core company priority.
- Crisis & Continuity Management Emergency Response (CCMER) Manager.
The ideal candidate should have experience in emergency response planning, risk management, and business continuity systems.
8. PROCUREMENT
The procurement unit plays a central role in vendor relations, supply-chain efficiency, and cost-effective operations.
- Vendor Management Assistant
- Registration Coordinators
- Strategic Procurement Lead
- Category Manager
- Purchasing Agent
Applicants should be experienced in procurement strategies, contractor management, and supply-chain optimization.
9. LOGISTICS
Efficient logistics ensure smooth field operations and offshore support.
- Marine Logistics Lead
Candidates must understand marine operations, vessel scheduling, offshore planning, and maritime safety.
10. LEGAL
- Land Administrator
Applicants should possess knowledge of land regulations, licensing, documentation, and legal compliance in the petroleum sector.
11. OFFSHORE
- Planning Analyst
This role supports offshore scheduling, resource planning, cost control, and operational efficiency.
12. SUBSURFACE
The subsurface division is central to reservoir evaluation, field development, and production optimization.
- Reservoir Engineering Manager
- Subsurface Advisor
- Geologist
- Geophysicist
- Petroleum Engineer
- Petrophysicist
- Petroleum/Reservoir Engineering Technician
- Reservoir Engineer
Candidates must possess expertise in reservoir modeling, field development planning, data interpretation, and subsurface technical analysis.
13. TREASURY
The Treasury division ensures liquidity management, financial risk control, and investment oversight.
- Treasury Lead
- Administrative Assistant
- Advisory Committee (PDAC)
Heritage Petroleum Company Limited encourages qualified applicants to seize this opportunity to become part of a dynamic, growth-driven, and nationally significant organization. Successful candidates will join a diverse team committed to operational excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainable development in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry. Applicants should ensure that they meet all role-specific requirements and submit their applications through the appropriate channels.
HOW TO APPLY
TO VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTIONS AND/OR SUBMIT AN APPLICATION, PLEASE VISIT THE RECRUITMENT PORTAL BELOW:
https://heritage.co.tt/join-our-team
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:
TUESDAY 11TH NOVEMBER 2025.
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I wish to apply for the Position ofa Well integrity and abandonment Lead. I have a 12 + years in Process Engineering and Wellhead Production and Operations.
I am efficient in 1 monthly wellhead testing and MER well testing. I have a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering.
I’ve worked with Cooper told well services company and undergone course in wellhead operations with Kustenbi competency management consultant( Kustenbi engineering COY Ltd. I’ve alworked with Shell Petroleum Company Limited SPDC) and currently working with Nembe exploration and Production company Ltd (Former, Aiteo group)
I look forward to being called upon for interview.
Yours Faithfully.
Godsgift Suoye
Dear Sir/Madam,
I wish to apply for the Position of a WELL INTEGRITY LEAD in your reputable establishment.
I am a Process Control system Professional with astute know-how in Production engineering (Production Operations)
I have a 12+ years in Process Engineering and Wellhead Production.
I have worked in Shell Petroleum and development company limited (SPDC) facilities like Nembe,Odeama,Santa Barbara,Gbaran, Bonny.
I am silled in the following areas
(1) Production forecast
(2) Low or no deferment time
(3)Good in Wellhead Production and Operations.
(4)Daily hydrocarbon accounting, reporting and Production reconciliation.
(5) Staff skill management and development
(6)Health, Safety and environmental compliance.
(7) Rigging operation
(8)Terminal Operations etc
I know my tool handling usages and procedures.
I have a Bachelor of Technology(B-Tech) in MECHANICAL ENGINEERING.
I look forward to getting a positive response from you for an interview.
Yours Faithfully,
Godsgift Suoye