About the Role
HBM Nigeria Plc (Formerly Lafarge Africa Plc), a leading building solutions company, is seeking a proactive and skilled Process Aide to join our dynamic production team. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of our plant manufacturing equipment. You will serve as a key production inspector, monitoring equipment conditions, identifying operational issues, and executing timely corrective actions to maximize plant uptime and productivity.
Key Responsibilities- Perform all daily plant tasks in strict adherence to company safety rules, environmental standards, and LOTOTO procedures.
- Conduct thorough running and shutdown inspections of raw mill, kiln, and finish mill systems to identify defects and report deviations to the CCRO.
- Monitor equipment operation, troubleshoot process drift and preheater blockages, and complete accurate shift reports and inspection checklists.
- Execute first-level maintenance activities, diaphragm slot cleaning, ball mill media loading, and refractory lining test drilling.
- Supervise contractor activities through effective implementation of Contractor Safety Management (CSM) standards.
- Support plant turnaround maintenance, root cause analysis, and maintain excellent housekeeping standards across all production areas.
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
- 2 to 5 years of relevant post-graduation experience within a cement manufacturing or heavy industrial plant environment.
- Working knowledge of cement manufacturing processes, material conveying systems, and plant operating procedures.
- Demonstrated practical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems with basic troubleshooting capabilities.
- Valid experience operating mobile equipment such as Bobcats and forklifts.
- Physical capability to perform demanding tasks, including heavy lifting, in an industrial setting.
- Competitive salary with attractive industry benefits.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
- Continuous professional development through intensive technical training and career advancement opportunities.
- Collaborative work environment focused on safety, sustainability, and employee well-being.