Executive- Regulatory at Paras Energy

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated professional to join Paras Energy as an Executive - Regulatory Affairs, based in Lagos, Nigeria. This role is essential to ensuring all regulatory compliance and licensing requirements are met across our operations.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Coordination & Licensing

• Coordinate with the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) for obtaining and renewing CNG Station Licenses (Construction, Operation, and Renewal)
• Manage Gas Storage and Distribution Permits
• Process Transportation Permits for CNG Cascades and Trailers
• Liaise with Federal Ministry of Environment, Standard Organisation of Nigeria (SON), Fire Service, and Local Government Authorities for required No Objection Certificates (NOCs) and statutory clearances
• Maintain a comprehensive tracker for all licenses, renewals, and permit validity dates to ensure continuous compliance

Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare and submit regulatory documents, engineering drawings, HSE manuals, and application forms as per NMDPRA requirements
• Support the legal team with technical documentation for site due diligence and approval processes
• Ensure all stations comply with HSE, environmental, and operational standards mandated by NMDPRA
• Maintain organized digital and physical records of all regulatory submissions, correspondence, and approvals

Inspection & Coordination

• Coordinate regulatory site inspections (pre-commissioning, safety audit, annual verification) with government inspectors
• Ensure readiness of documentation, equipment certification, and safety compliance before every inspection
• Liaise with station teams to close audit findings and submit compliance reports within required timelines
• Provide weekly updates on inspection schedules, renewal progress, and pending submissions

Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain professional relationships with NMDPRA officials, Fire Service officers, and other government agencies
• Support management in regulatory meetings, stakeholder forums, and policy workshops
• Keep management informed about new government guidelines, circulars, and policy updates affecting CNG operations

Internal Coordination

• Work collaboratively with internal teams to support regulatory requirements and operational needs