NCDMB Launches Nationwide Oil & Gas Field Readiness Training Program
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has unveiled its Oil & Gas Field Readiness Training Program, a nationwide initiative aimed at equipping over 10,000 Nigerians with high-demand technical and professional skills needed for the thriving oil and gas sector. The fully sponsored program prepares participants for real job opportunities created by ongoing and new investments in Nigeria’s energy industry.
Quick Insight:
The program bridges existing skills gaps and aligns training with industry needs, ensuring that Nigerians are ready for specialized roles in the oil and gas sector.
1. Top Skills Offered
Participants can select up to three high-impact skill areas, including:
• Subsea Engineering (wellheads, flowlines, umbilicals)
• Underwater Welding
• Control & Automation Engineering (rig operations, well controls)
• Helicopter Piloting
• Seafarer & Marine Operations (vessel mechanics, marine electricians)
• Production & Maintenance Engineering
• QA/QC Engineering (Non-Destructive Testing Levels 1–3)
• Geoscience Engineering (seismic, geophysics, wellsite geology)
• Digital & Data Technologies (AI, Machine Learning, IoT, Big Data, Cloud, Drones)
2. Eligibility Criteria
✔ Be a Nigerian citizen under 35 years old
✔ Possess at least OND, HND, or BSc in relevant fields such as:
• Petroleum Engineering
• Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering
• Gas, Welding, Metallurgy
• Geology or Geophysics
• Computer Sciences/Engineering or related disciplines
3. Training Structure & Support
The program runs for 2–3 years and combines:
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???? At least six months of on-the-job training (OJT) with partnered service companies
Participants also receive:
• Monthly stipends
• Pre-mobilization medical checks
• Insurance coverage
• Personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Inclusion in the NCDMB national skills database for potential job matching
4. How to Apply
1. Visit the NOGIC JQS portal.
2. Create an account or log in if you already have one.
3. Update your profile with academic and contact details.
4. Register for the Oil & Gas Field Readiness Training Program.
5. Select up to three preferred skill areas in order of preference.
The application is completely free, and training is fully sponsored.
Final Thoughts
This program represents a significant opportunity for young Nigerians to gain in-demand skills and position themselves for meaningful employment in the rapidly growing oil and gas sector. By participating, candidates not only receive practical and theoretical training but also gain direct pathways to employment opportunities with leading industry players.
Tip: Focus on high-demand skills like subsea engineering, digital technologies, and control systems to maximize employability in the Nigerian oil and gas industry.
