Shell Petroleum Development Company is seeking the services of both graduates and experienced job seekers to fill the vacant positions in their company.
About Shell Petroleum Development Company Recruitment
Apply for Shell Petroleum Development Company Recruitment 2026. See the 7 job positions, descriptions, eligibility, and how to apply.
Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) is the pioneer and leader of the petroleum industry in Nigeria. We invest heavily in our employees, which is reflected in our industry-leading development programme and our commitment to seeing our employees’ ideas travel and come to fruition.
Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) is the pioneer and leader of the petroleum industry in Nigeria. We invest heavily in our employees, which is reflected in our industry-leading development programme and our commitment to seeing our employees’ ideas travel and come to fruition.
We are recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Business Development (Trading) Manager
Location: Lagos
What We Need From You
- We’re looking for high-capacity individuals looking to enter the core trading arena.
- Knowledge of upstream commercial drivers, refinery economics, and structured financing, along with a sound understanding of the trading business, is desirable.
- Experience in trading and/or financing is essential.
- Strong interpersonal skills are required to forge and maintain relations with internal business units, government entities, and private producing and marketing companies alike.
We also hope your CV will show as many of the following as possible:
- Strong evidence of a high level of intelligence, commercial acumen, consistent delivery, able to grasp new concepts very quickly, and highly numerate.
- Relevant Business Development experience, along with proven ability to build strong working relationships with key stakeholders and to use this to sell ideas to customers.
- Excellent communication and influencing abilities.
- Ability to challenge the status quo hunger for getting deals done and generating value.
- Go-getter who has fire in the belly and will turn over every rock.
- High sense of ownership and accountability for the deal process.
Application Closing Date
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2.) Supply Chain Specialist – RtP
Location: Rivers
What We Need From You
- We’re keen to hear from individuals with a minimum of 2 years of working experience in Requisition-to-Pay (RtP) processes.
Alongside this, we’d hope to see the following on your CV:
- Knowledge of RtP processes and ERP (SAP) System functionality.
- Understand the high-level Requisition-to-Pay (RtP) policies, processes, and systems.
- Understand the correct procurement system and channel per spend category and advise the business.
- Understand the key interfaces and interdependencies between Contracting and Procurement (CP) processes, controls, and systems, and those of other Shell departments such as Finance, Projects, etc., and external partners.
- Awareness of the Manual of Authority, i.e., can describe who can commit money on behalf of Shell and understand Shell’s governance/contract signatory process and where this ties in to the RtP process and systems.
- Fluent in spoken and written English.
Application Closing Date
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3. Project Manager – Oil & Gas Development
What We Need From You?
- We’re keen to hear from Individuals who graduated from any Engineering discipline and who are COREN registered with working knowledge of oil and gas facilities and Project engineering systems, tools and practices.
Beyond that, we’d like to see the following on your CV:
- Minimum of 20 years’ experience in engineering design and construction with at least 5 years in a project lead position.
- Knowledge of Digital Project Management and Requirements Engineering.
- Extensive Project management experience and skills – Minimum GPES Lv2, with a proven record of leading similar projects.
- Experience in Contract management.
- Excellent inter-personal and leadership skills with good communication skills (i.e., report writing and presentation) are essential.
- Team player, acting as a champion to break new grounds, self-motivated starter.
- Can manage as required the relationship with key stakeholders to achieve the project’s objectives.
- Thorough understanding of the risks and the technical/commercial issues associated with the development and production of oil and gas.
- Proven track record of results delivery in challenging project environments.
- Capable of rigorously implementing and enforcing global standards, procedures, and engineering work processes.
Skills and competencies such as:
- Skills in managing Strategic and Front-end Processes.
- Project Execution
- Resource & Schedule Management
- Cost Management
- Project Control Processes
- Project Context
- Contracting and Procurement
Application Closing Date
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How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
4. Senior Commissioning and Start-Up Engineer
What We Need From You?
We’re keen to hear from individuals with 5 – 7 years of working experience in upstream operations or commissioning and start-up roles and preferably a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent. Alongside this, we would hope to see the following on your CV:
We’re keen to hear from individuals with 5 – 7 years of working experience in upstream operations or commissioning and start-up roles and preferably a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent. Alongside this, we would hope to see the following on your CV:
- Extensive oil and gas industry experience, including front-line supervisory roles for operations, and/or maintenance, and/or engineering.
- Knowledgeable in Project Management Framework, and CSU & Handover Practitioners guide.
- Leading by example in HSE / HSE management systems skills.
- Experience in a supervisory role for Commissioning and Start Up activities in projects through multiple phases (Identify / Assess, Select, Define, Execute), including:
- Implementation of the commissioning strategy and execution plan.
- Developing & implementing Commissioning plans, procedures, and budgets.
- Specifying Commissioning contractor technical support requirements.
- Supervising multi-disciplinary pre-Commissioning and Commissioning activities (process, mechanical, instrument, electrical);
- Technical and HSE risk identification and mitigation (including Flawless Project Delivery);
- Application of a computerized Completion Management System.
- Experience in structured technical review or audit.
- Effective communication skills – both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate subject matter within a multi-disciplined project team.
- Proven ability and track record as an effective team leader.
- People coaching, mentoring, and diplomacy skills.
- Skilled in influencing, excellent relationships- both up and down the organization.
- A self-starter and quick learner –who can attain to an SME in Commissioning in a short period.
Application Closing Date
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How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
5. Senior Quality Engineer
What We Need From You?
We’re keen to hear from individuals with at least 8 years of working experience in major oil and gas projects and preferably a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Alongside this, we’d hope to see many of the following on your CV:
We’re keen to hear from individuals with at least 8 years of working experience in major oil and gas projects and preferably a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Alongside this, we’d hope to see many of the following on your CV:
- Extensive experience in performing quality audits/assessments and project quality health checks.
- Ability to communicate very effectively with people, and interface with senior as well as junior staff at the desired level.
- Self-starting ability and the drive necessary to lead a substantial QA/QC team.
- Fluent in English, written and oral.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, displaying personal effectiveness.
Application Closing Date
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6.) Business Development Manager
Location: Lagos
What do we need from you?
- We’re keen to hear from individuals with a minimum of 10 years of working experience in sales, business development in the Nigerian midstream and downstream gas market, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, or equivalent. Alongside this, we’d hope to see the following on your CV:
- Experience in gas commercial with understanding and experience in natural gas sales and marketing (supply, regulation, technical, business development, commercial & agreements, valuation, finance, and risk management). Previous trading experience is a plus.
- Solid understanding of relevant commercial agreements (e.g., gas supply agreements, transportation capacity agreements, joint development and joint venture agreements, service agreements, etc.)
- Commercially savvy in engaging customers, internal and external stakeholders, and building strong and trusted networks.
- Strong business development skills and entrepreneurial capabilities, with business development/origination in immature markets.
- Strong and proven negotiator, trusted partner of commercial counterparties, strong commercial acumen; ability to protect and maximize profit for Shell.
- Self-starting, analytical, problem solver, able to work with limited guidance.
- Proven track record as a deal maker for opportunities.
- Experience in dealing with the usual complexities of business and investment transactions with many stakeholders in immature markets.
- Ability to create value propositions, develop and close deals.
- You are a team player, and love to work in a dynamic and exciting new business with a mandate to grow, and you have a track record in commercial roles, including closing deals.
Application Closing Date
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7.) Human Resources Generalist
Locations: Rivers and Lagos
What We Need From You?
- We’re keen to hear from HR professionals who have at least 8 years’ experience in a Human Resources role.
Beyond that, we’d like to see the following on your CV:
- Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related Degree
- Experience communicating with managers and employees and providing advice and expertise in HR areas such as processes, policies, employment laws, and compensation and benefits.
- Strong communication and written skills
- Good knowledge of HR Information and Analysis skills
- Proven diagnostic and investigation skills
- Labor and Employment Law knowledge
- CIPM membership
- Professional experience in either Industrial Relations or in Project Management / Continuous Improvement will be a significant advantage.
Application Closing Date
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Application Closing Date
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FAQs
1. What is the Shell Petroleum Development Company Recruitment 2026 about?
The Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) Recruitment 2026 is a hiring exercise aimed at attracting qualified candidates to fill various job positions within the company. These roles may include engineering, finance, health & safety, ICT, and administrative positions. The recruitment process is typically competitive and designed to select skilled professionals who can contribute to Shell’s operations in Nigeria.
2. How can I apply for SPDC Recruitment 2026?
Interested applicants can apply online through the official Shell plc careers portal. Candidates are required to create an account, fill out the application form, upload relevant documents (such as CV and certificates), and submit their application before the deadline. It is important to ensure all information provided is accurate and up to date.
3. What are the requirements for Shell Petroleum Development Company Recruitment 2026?
Applicants are generally required to possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in a relevant field. Other requirements may include:
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Computer literacy
- NYSC discharge or exemption certificate (for Nigerian applicants)
- Relevant work experience (depending on the role)
- Ability to work in a dynamic and challenging environment
4. Is the Shell Petroleum Development Company Recruitment 2026 free of charge?
Yes, the recruitment process is completely free. Shell Petroleum Development Company does not charge any fees for job applications. Applicants are advised to be cautious of fraudsters or fake recruitment agents requesting payment, as all official job postings and communications are done through Shell’s verified channels.