Oil Palm Production & Maintenance Supervisor at Raedial Farms Limited

Raedial Farms Limited is a wholly Nigerian-owned and registered company focused on the sustainable management of farms, palm plantations and livestock with over a decade of experience and a dedicated and efficient workforce of more than 500 people. Our business activities include livestock rearing, crop cultivation, and processing with a focus on the seedling, planting, and processing of Fresh Fruit Bunches of palm, to produce sustainable Crude Palm Oil. With over 65,000 palm trees currently being cultivated on 1500 hectares of land and plans to finalise the acquisition of two more existing Palm Plantations- 10,000 and 5,000 Acres respectively, RAedial Farms Limited is poised to become Nigeria’s top major player in the Agricultural sector.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Oil Palm Production & Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Benin, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of production workers and maintenance technicians in the operation, maintenance, and repair of manufacturing equipment and facilities.
• Assign tasks, supervise work, and provide guidance and training to team members as needed.
• Develop and implement schedules and plans for production and maintenance projects, including maintenance, upgrades, and installations.
• Ensure that all work is completed in compliance with safety regulations, codes, and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate records of all work orders and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify and resolve production and maintenance issues and ensure that all work is completed on time and within budget.
• Monitor and manage inventory, supplies, and equipment to ensure adequate resources are available to complete all production and maintenance projects and work orders.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to ensure that all work areas and equipment are safe and in compliance with regulations.

Qualifications / Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing production and maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience working in an Oil Mill will be an advantage.
• Demonstrated knowledge of production and maintenance processes, codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in confined spaces.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.