Diesel Mechanic

About the Role

The Dangote Group, Africa's leading industrial conglomerate, is seeking a skilled and dedicated Diesel Mechanic to join our dynamic maintenance team in Lagos, Nigeria. In this vital role, you will be responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, safety, and reliability of our extensive fleet of diesel-powered vehicles, heavy machinery, and industrial generators, directly contributing to our operational excellence.

• Conduct scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance on diesel engines, trucks, forklifts, generators, and heavy-duty equipment.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, and diagnose mechanical, fuel, hydraulic, and transmission system faults.
• Perform engine overhauls, component replacements, and precise reconditioning of turbochargers, injectors, and pumps.
• Execute post-maintenance testing and commissioning to verify equipment reliability before deployment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, spare parts usage records, and equipment history in management systems.
• Adhere strictly to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards, including LOTO, PTW, and proper PPE protocols.

• National Diploma (ND) in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering, OR Trade Test Grade I, II, and III in Diesel Mechanics.
• Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on industrial experience in diesel engine, fleet, or heavy equipment maintenance.
• Professional certifications in Diesel Engine Maintenance, Heavy Equipment, or HSE are a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in reading technical manuals, mechanical drawings, and diagnostic schematics.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, problem-solving, and cross-functional teamwork.

• Competitive salary with attractive performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
• Opportunities for professional training and career advancement within a multinational conglomerate.
• Dynamic, safety-focused, and collaborative industrial work environment.

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