Electrical Technician / Supervisor at Saro Agrosciences Limited

Saro Agrosciences is the flagship company of Saroafrica International group and was established in 1991. Saro Agrosciences has grown into a leading player in the agriculture industry. We are passionately committed to empowering the Nigerian farmer with superior agro-inputs like crop protection products, seeds, fertilizers, and knowledge that will enable these farmers to increase their yield and livelihood in a sustainable manner.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Electrical Technician / Supervisor

Location: Magboro, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The incumbent is to ensure that the production operation is working as planned by providing engineering supervision and support on processing, Packaging & Utilities.
• The incumbent is to ensure equipment/ machineries perform according to specified/ recommended standards.
• The role is to make sure that the daily manufacturing volume targets are achieved within specified time, with optimized resource and at the right Quality.

Duties / Responsibilities

• The incumbent should be able to oversee and drive maintenance of herbicide formulation and filling lines machines/ equipment.
• The incumbent should have good working knowledge of PLC.
• He/ she must be able to take responsibility of utility operations – ensuring smooth run, to deliver the right efficiency levels.
• He/ she should be able to leverage the combination of troubleshooting skills along mechanical, electrical, and general engineering skills to operate, monitor, maintain, report & sustain onsite utilities.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and cleanliness of the equipment and workplace. He /she to ensure the right documentations are in place and fully complied with by the technical teams.
• Be a champion of Safety for self, others, equipment, and general workplace.
• Able to track, record, analysis, and schedule routine maintenance/repairs in line with TPM and WCM standards.
• Knowledge of HVAC, Plumbing, extraction/ventilation, and Fire suppression system and operations.
• Reading and interpreting electrical and electronic circuit blueprints, diagrams, and schematics.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical control, wiring and lighting systems
• Should be knowledgeable in the use of MS Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Must be able to synergize with other departments to achieve set goals.
• Accountability for assigned works with attention to detail is a must have.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of HND in engineering (Electrical, Production, or industrial Engineering, or related field).
• Have 3-5 years related job experience in an FMCG or relevant processing & filling line operations.
• Prior experience in an herbicide processing/ packaging plant is an advantage).
• Along Lagos Ibadan expressway. Close to Magboro or Mountain of Fire Church. Ogun state.
• PLC knowledge is mandatory. Candidates without PLC knowledge are advised NOT to apply.
• Age Requirement: 28-35 Years.

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good teaming skills.
• Baseline problem analysis and solving skills.
• Creativity and an ability to think out of the box.
• PLC Knowledge.
• Proficiency in the use of office productivity tools
• Robust experience in troubleshooting, motor or pump checks & repairs, Air compressor system maintenance/checks, safety and fire suppression systems, etc.
• Should be knowledgeable on general maintenance mechanics.
• Should have basic electrical knowledge and troubleshooting.
• Should have hydraulic/pneumatic and industrial troubleshooting experience.

Application Closing Date
10th December, 2023.