About the Role
HBM Nigeria Plc (formerly Lafarge Africa Plc) is a leading building solutions company committed to sustainable development, innovation, and operational excellence. We are currently looking for a skilled and dedicated Automation / Instrumentation Engineer to join our dynamic plant operations team in Ashaka, Gombe State. In this critical role, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and programming central control systems, ensuring optimal plant performance and adherence to the highest safety standards.
Key Responsibilities- Ensure all automation and instrument work complies strictly with HBM Nigeria Plc and Ashaka site safety procedures.
- Optimize and maintain high-level control systems, automation processes, and Human Machine Interface (HMI) displays, trends, and alarms.
- Manage the software and hardware of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and plant control computers.
- Collaborate closely with process engineers and production teams to drive plant optimization and continuous improvement.
- Design, monitor, and execute preventive maintenance programs while conducting root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and FMEA on equipment failures.
- Establish critical spare parts inventory levels and manage work orders, vendor relations, and technical information systems.
- Provide technical direction, field supervision, and on-the-job training for electrical and instrumentation technicians.
- Participate in 24/7 on-call responsibilities to support uninterrupted plant operations.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Proven professional experience in automation, instrumentation, and control systems within a heavy manufacturing or industrial plant environment.
- Strong proficiency in programming and maintaining PLCs, HMIs, and distributed control systems.
- Comprehensive knowledge of safety laws, regulations, and industrial best practices.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills with a strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, project management tools, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms.
- Ability to work effectively in a team, prioritize tasks, and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Competitive salary with attractive performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive medical coverage and health insurance benefits.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development, international training, and career advancement within a global organization.
- A collaborative, safety-first work culture that values employee well-being and diversity.