Category Specialist – Maintenance, Engineering & Projects (POMEP)
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WTS Energy is recruiting a full-time Category Specialist in Lagos to manage procurement for production, maintenance, engineering and project categories. The role requires at least three years of relevant engineering experience, upstream oil and gas procurement exposure, a technical bachelor’s degree and cost-engineering proficiency.
- Manage procurement governance, sourcing, tendering and contract negotiations.
- Develop category strategies for maintenance, engineering and projects.
- Apply cost engineering to optimise procurement costs and drive value.
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WTS Energy is recruiting a full-time Category Specialist in Lagos to manage procurement for production, maintenance, engineering and project categories. The role requires at least three years of relevant engineering experience, upstream oil and gas procurement exposure, a technical bachelor’s degree and cost-engineering proficiency.
- Manage procurement governance, sourcing, tendering and contract negotiations.
- Develop category strategies for maintenance, engineering and projects.
- Apply cost engineering to optimise procurement costs and drive value.
- Ensure compliance with Nigerian Content (NOGICD) requirements.
- Minimum of three years of relevant engineering experience is required.
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- Required3+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
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- PreferredPractical evidence in internship, Procurement, Category ManagementThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in LagosThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Category Specialist – Maintenance, Engineering & Projects (POMEP) at WTS Energy
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Oct 28, 2026, 11:01 AM
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WTS Energy provides recruitment and manpower services for the global oil and gas and energy industries. We supply engineers and consultants to our clients' projects and operations, and perform employment outsourcing services such as workforce management in oil and gas regions around the world. WTS Energy operates globally with offices in 14 countries and is operational in over 50 countries.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Category Specialist – Maintenance, Engineering & Projects (POMEP)
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
A Category Specialist Maintenance, Engineering & Projects (POMEP) is needed in Lagos, Nigeria, to manage procurement activities for production, maintenance, and engineering categories at the company.
The role requires a technical engineering background and experience in upstream oil and gas procurement, with a focus on cost engineering and supplier management.
Key Accountabilities
- Maintain procurement governance and use ERP systems to manage procurement processes.
- Manage sourcing, tendering, and contract negotiation with local and international suppliers.
- Develop and execute category strategies for maintenance, engineering, and projects procurement.
- Ensure compliance with Nigerian Content (NOGICD) requirements.
- Apply cost engineering principles to optimise procurement costs and drive value.
- Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to align procurement with asset integrity and maintenance planning.
Requirements
- Required:
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation & Control Engineering
- Knowledge of production, maintenance, and engineering in an infrastructure-intensive industry
- Exposure to production, maintenance, and engineering procurement activities in the upstream oil and gas industry
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation & Control, or Civil Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Proficiency in cost engineering
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in contract negotiation, cost optimization, and procurement governance in a regulated E&P environment
- Postgraduate qualification (MSc/MBA) in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or Engineering Management
- Professional certifications such as CIPS, APICS/CPIM, or PMI
- Hands-on experience with local and international suppliers, including Nigerian Content (NOGICD) compliance
- Familiarity with ERP procurement systems (SAP, Oracle) and asset integrity/maintenance planning
- What We Offer
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing cover for you and your dependants
- Generous paid time off and company holidays
- Exposure to large-scale upstream oil and gas projects.
- Competitive compensation package with performance-linked bonus
- Learning and development budget plus support for professional certifications (CIPS, APICS, PMI)
- Collaborative, safety-first team culture with clear career progression
- How to Apply
- Interested and qualified candidates should:
- Click here to apply online
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