About the Role
Dangote Group, Africa's leading industrial conglomerate, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Mechanical Technician to join our operations at the Apapa Terminal in Lagos, Nigeria. In this critical role, you will perform a variety of tasks related to the fabrication, installation, maintenance, repair, and service of mechanical equipment and structures to ensure optimal plant efficiency and minimize downtime.
Key Responsibilities- Liaise with shift technicians to identify problematic equipment and effect prompt repairs.
- Execute corrective and preventive maintenance on assigned machines in a timely manner.
- Ensure strict adherence to safety precautions and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Conduct weekly inventory of working tools to match the original tool list.
- Perform work order repairs, inspections, adjustments, and replace minor fixtures.
- Enter maintenance data into ERP systems such as SAP for spares and consumables.
- Maintain cleanliness of operating equipment and properly upkeep tools and tackles.
- Report breakdowns exceeding 30 minutes to sectional engineers and conduct brief breakdown analyses.
- Ensure zero unplanned breakdowns on serviced groups until the next scheduled Preventive Maintenance (PM).
- Identify and report potential environmental, health, and safety (OHS) hazards.
- SSCE with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or Trade Test I with 8 years of experience.
- Alternatively, Trade Test II with 16 years of experience or OND in Mechanical Engineering with 2 years of relevant experience.
- Basic knowledge of the cement production process and in-depth knowledge of packing machines.
- Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair abilities with high accuracy and speed.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and good relationship management capabilities.
- Competitive salary with attractive benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a leading African conglomerate.
- Dynamic and safety-focused working environment.