Workforce Development

Investing in people — building a skilled, safety-conscious, and innovation-driven team to power our refinery operations.

We invest in training and skill development to build a highly competent workforce. Our team undergoes rigorous training in refining operations, safety protocols, and quality assurance — ensuring efficiency, innovation, and adherence to industry best practices.

Training Programmes

ProgrammeTarget GroupDelivery ModeOutcome
Refinery Operations InductionAll new operational staffIn-house, hands-onSafe onboarding and process familiarity
HSE CertificationAll employeesClassroom + field drillsZero-incident culture and regulatory compliance
Process Engineering TrainingTechnical / engineering teamOn-site + external coursesOptimized refining performance
Leadership & Management DevelopmentSupervisors and managersWorkshops and mentoringStrong operational leadership pipeline
Quality Assurance TrainingLab and QC personnelLab-based + ASTM certificationConsistent product quality and compliance

Workforce Structure

Operations Team

Trained refinery operators, shift supervisors, and control room technicians responsible for day-to-day production activities.

Engineering & Maintenance

Process engineers, instrumentation technicians, and mechanical maintenance staff ensuring equipment reliability and uptime.

HSE Department

Dedicated safety officers and environmental monitors enforcing compliance, conducting drills, and managing incident response.

Quality & Laboratory

Certified lab analysts and quality control personnel performing testing, certification, and compliance documentation.

Local Content & Community Employment

InitiativeTargetImpact
Host Community EmploymentMinimum 40% of operational rolesDirect economic empowerment for Ajagbodudu and surrounding communities
Graduate Trainee ProgrammeFresh engineering graduatesBuilds local technical talent pipeline for the energy sector
Vocational & Technical TrainingYouth from host communitiesSkills development in welding, pipefitting, and instrumentation
NCDMB ComplianceAll contractor engagementsMeets Nigerian Content Development requirements

Development Roadmap

1

Pre-Commissioning Phase

Recruit core technical team; complete full HSE induction and refinery familiarisation training before operations begin.

2

Operational Phase

Deploy continuous on-the-job training, shift performance reviews, and quarterly competency assessments across all departments.

3

Growth & Expansion Phase

Launch graduate trainee programme, partner with tertiary institutions, and develop succession planning for senior technical roles.

People Are Our Greatest Asset

MB Refinery believes that operational excellence begins with people. By investing in rigorous training, competitive welfare, and community inclusion, we build a workforce that is skilled, motivated, and deeply committed to our mission of sustainable energy production.