About the Role
TQ Farms Nigeria Limited is an integrated agricultural business based in Ogun State, combining agro-processing, livestock, poultry, fisheries, and engineering under one roof. We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Mechanical Engineering Officer to join our dynamic team in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of all mechanical equipment and machinery across our farms, poultry pens, offices, and processing facilities to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
Key Responsibilities- Plan and execute routine and preventive maintenance for mechanical equipment, including generators, water pumps, boreholes, boilers, compressors, and processing machinery.
- Maintain and repair specialized poultry house equipment, feed mill machinery, farm vehicles, and tractors to minimize operational downtime.
- Install, commission, and test new mechanical systems while supervising contractor works to ensure compliance with agreed specifications.
- Manage spare parts inventory, monitor fuel and energy consumption, and recommend innovative ways to reduce operating costs and waste.
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate technicians, mechanics, and artisans while strictly enforcing engineering safety standards and lockout procedures.
- Maintain comprehensive equipment registers, maintenance schedules, service histories, and performance reports for management.
- HND or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant working experience in mechanical maintenance, plant, or equipment engineering.
- Demonstrated practical knowledge of generators, pumps, motors, hydraulics, and complex mechanical systems.
- Proven ability to read engineering drawings, interpret equipment manuals, and perform accurate fault diagnosis.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, leadership, and record-keeping skills.
- COREN registration and prior experience in an agricultural, poultry, or agro-processing environment will be distinct advantages.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and industry standards.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development, structured training, and career advancement.
- A collaborative, safety-first work environment within a rapidly growing integrated agricultural enterprise.