Maintenance Manager at natnudO Foods

natnudO has been revolutionizing the poultry industry for over 10 years. We are committed to meeting and exceeding the Nigerian market’s demand for high-quality animal protein. We provide a full range of high-quality, tasty animal protein products to satisfy our growing market. Our products offer great value for money while strictly following global best practices for food processing.

We maintain a high level of organizational excellence in all aspects of our business, from production to distribution, until the products get to our esteemed consumers. Every product is carefully processed and packaged according to the highest global health standards. All our products are NAFDAC and SON certified. natnudO Foods is growing to provide a diverse range of protein products for all our customers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Maintenance Manager

Location: Akinyele, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Maintenance Manager will ensure the efficient and uninterrupted operation of all machinery, equipment, and facilities within the abattoirs facility and plays a crucial role in ensuring a reduction in repair cost, adhering to safety standards, and minimizing downtime

Roles and Responsibilities
Maintenance Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive maintenance plan for machinery, equipment, and facilities.
• Ensure preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance schedules are followed.
• Manage the maintenance budget, ensuring that all maintenance activities are cost-effective and that expenses are in line with budgetary constraints

Team Leadership:

• Manage and lead a team of maintenance technicians and support staff.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations for the team.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Oversee the inspection, maintenance, and repair of all equipment, including hatchery machines, poultry feeders, and environmental control systems.
• Ensure availability of critical spare part
• Responding to electrical breakdowns, diagnosing faults and repairing
• Minimize downtime to the barest

Safety and Compliance:

• Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with local and national regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits and training sessions for maintenance personnel.

Budget Control:

• Develop and manage the maintenance department budget, optimizing resource allocation.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

Documentation:

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs, and equipment history.
• Generate reports as needed for management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in maintenance management, with at least 2-3 years in a poultry hatchery or related field

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with a track record of developing and motivating teams.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to handle time-sensitive situations.
• Sound understanding of biosecurity measures and their implementation in the hatchery.
• Strong organizational and planning skills to manage hatchery operations efficiently.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities to completion with tight timelines
• Business planning and analysis
• Strong communication (verbal and written) skills
• People and time management
• Report writing and presentationProtection of Confidential Information
• MS Office Tools and Calendar Management
• Good negotiation skills.
• Excellent relationship management skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Lateral thinking skills.

Expected Behavioral Competencies:

• Resourcefulness
• Dependability
• Passion
• Integrity
• Promptness
• Accountability
• Image/brand representation of the company

Application Closing Date
31st August, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: vacancies@afshltd.com using the job title as the subject of the email