Yard Manager H/F at PONTICELLI NIGERIA

Job Title: Yard Manager H/F at PONTICELLI NIGERIA

Date Posted: 14th November, 2025.

Expiry Date: N/A

About the Job

Would you like to develop your experience as a Yard Manager (M/F) and help transform the world as part of a family-owned group that works to provide people with what they will always need: energy, health, water, food and security, while sincerely respecting the planet and its employees?

We invite you to join us on a technical support contract. The position is based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

Your Job Description

Main Responsibilities

1. Fabrication / Production

The position we are offering involves the following main responsibilities:

  • Oversee and coordinate the full workshops production from the raw material laydown area to the fully completed fabricated items.
  • Steel structural fabrication.
  • Piping fabrication (CS, SS, duplex, super duplex, etc.).
  • Manage the daily operations of an oil and gas fabrication yard, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
  • Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and optimize commercial efficiencies within the yard.
  • Manage and supervise yard crews, equipment, and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of facilities.
  • Manage production planning, budgeting, scheduling, and reporting.
  • Collaborate with project managers, supply chain, and engineers to ensure project objectives are met within established timelines and budgets.
  • Provide regular project updates and reports to stakeholders.
  • Ensure the fabrication yard runs smoothly and efficiently, meeting the expectations and needs of the company and the client.

2. Methods / Preparation

Oversee and coordinate all the activities related to the Method & Preparation department:

  • Piping preparation and draughting / piping isometric drawings.
  • STR drawings.
  • Control drawing.
  • Drawings (piping isometric / shop drawings, etc.).
  • MTO.
  • Job card.
  • Test packs.

3. Warehouse

  • Oversee and coordinate the activities related to the warehouse and equipment.
  • Manage the receiving, handling, storage, and distribution of goods.
  • Oversee inventory control systems, conducting regular stock counts and audits to maintain inventory accuracy.
  • Manage the recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of all warehouse staff to ensure a skilled and productive workforce.
  • Analyze warehouse performance data to generate reports on productivity, efficiency, and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Coordinate with logistics departments to optimize the flow of goods and resolve logistical issues.
  • Oversee the storage and preservation of materials stored in the warehouse.
  • Oversee the MOBIMAT system deployed in PONTICELLI (Warehouse Software Management System).

The Job Requirements

Profile Wanted

You have at least 10 years experience in Fabrication and/or Method.

You have proven experience in Oil & Gas projects.

You are recognised for your skills in project management, technical coordination, and team leadership.

Knowledge of SAP software is required for this position. Knowledge of the following tools would be a plus: JC / MTracker / SAP Mobimat.

Professional English is mandatory for the position.

If you would like to join us in supporting global change, we look forward to hearing from you!

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