About the Role
The Dangote Group is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior General Manager (SGM), Power Plant to lead our captive power generation and energy management operations in Lagos, Nigeria. In this strategic executive role, you will ensure a 100% reliable, cost-effective, and efficient power supply to support our large-scale cement manufacturing operations, driving sustainability and operational excellence across the facility.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee operations of Captive Power Plants (coal/gas-based) and Waste Heat Recovery systems to guarantee uninterrupted power supply to all production lines.
- Lead preventive, predictive, and shutdown maintenance programs for boilers, turbines, generators, and balance of plant systems.
- Optimize specific power consumption, thermal efficiency, and overall energy performance in alignment with global benchmarks.
- Manage power generation costs, optimize fuel mix, and drive strategic initiatives to reduce cost-per-kWh.
- Champion Dangote's Zero Harm safety culture, ensuring full compliance with Nigerian environmental regulations and internal HSE policies.
- Lead power plant expansion, digital transformation, and carbon reduction projects.
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing engineering operations team, fostering collaboration with production and corporate energy stakeholders.
- Bachelor Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, with COREN registration or equivalent strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 15 to 20 years of robust experience in power generation or heavy cement manufacturing industries.
- At least 5 to 8 years in a senior leadership role such as Head of Department or General Manager level.
- Demonstrated expertise in managing captive power plants, waste heat recovery systems, and large-scale continuous process industrial environments.
- Exceptional strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership capabilities.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards and executive experience.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for self and family.
- Performance-based bonuses and career growth opportunities within Africa's largest industrial conglomerate.
- Access to professional development and continuous learning programs.