Fitter / Welder / Machinist at Saro Agro Allied Limited - 8 Openings

Saro Agro-Allied is a leading agricultural commodity exporting company that started in 1996, gaining dominance in Cocoa trading both locally and internationally by 2010. Our operations over time have covered sesame seeds, cashew and cocoa-producing communities in Nigeria.

Through its transformation, the business has expanded from a short cycle trading business to become a Consumer driven sustainable Agric. & Food business Company with a medium to long term focus on value creation and capturing for all our stakeholders. We have made investments in Rice & Soybean value chain. While rapidly developing capabilities in the local market, we have initiated Non- GMO Soybean meal export to drive scale and open new market opportunities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Fitter / Welder / Machinist

Location: Makurdi, Benue
Number of slots: 8
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The fitter / welder / machinist will be responsible for all maintenance work during production to reduce plant downtime.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Servicing, repairing and statutory compliance relating to heavy equipment in soya plant environment.
• Investigate, diagnose repair machine faults.
• Maintain and fit faulty pumps and gearboxes for proper operational excellence.
• Routine pre and post equipment checks as per checklist.
• Provide detailed shift reports to ensure smooth transitions between operators.
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures, ensuring working environment.
• Must be able to synergize with other departments to achieve set goals.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Accountability for assigned works with attention to detail is a must.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of OND in Engineering (Mechanical, or related field).
• Proven experience of 3-5 years as a Fitter/Welder/Machinist or similar role in a soyabean processing plant.
• Age Requirement: 23-35 Years.

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Sound knowledge of fitting, welding, and pump repairs.
• Good teaming skills.
• Baseline problem analysis and solving skills.
• Creativity and an ability to think out of the box.
• Robust experience in troubleshooting, motor checks & repairs
• Should be knowledgeable on general maintenance mechanics.
• Should have basic electrical knowledge and troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to details to detail and a commitment to quality.

Application Closing Date
15th April, 2024.