About the Role
Dangote Group, Africa's leading diversified business conglomerate, is seeking a strategic and results-driven Deputy General Manager, Mechanical Maintenance for our state-of-the-art cement plant. In this vital leadership role, you will spearhead comprehensive mechanical maintenance operations, ensuring optimal asset reliability and driving operational excellence across our manufacturing facilities.
Key Responsibilities- Supervise, mentor, and manage the mechanical maintenance team to ensure peak operational performance and adherence to engineering standards.
- Develop, implement, and rigorously monitor proactive preventive maintenance programs to minimize unplanned downtime.
- Manage departmental budgets effectively, collaborating closely with procurement to secure critical materials, spare parts, and specialized equipment.
- Formulate and execute strategic plans for the systematic replacement, modernization, and upgrading of aging machinery.
- Generate comprehensive reports detailing maintenance activities, KPI metrics, and equipment reliability trends for senior management.
- Ensure total plant compliance with all statutory health, safety, environmental, and regulatory policies.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with production and other operational departments to foster seamless workflow synergy.
- Bachelor's degree (BSc) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- Minimum of 24 years of progressive experience in mechanical maintenance within heavy industry, specifically within cement manufacturing plants.
- Extensive expert-level knowledge of cement plant machinery, heavy equipment, and complex industrial processes.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities with a proven track record of managing large, diverse engineering and maintenance teams.
- Proficiency in enterprise resource planning software, specifically SAP, alongside robust competency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong financial acumen with hands-on experience in budget management, strategic procurement, and inventory control.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with executive-level responsibility.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employee and family.
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development within Africa's largest industrial conglomerate.