Mechanical Maintenance Technician at Greengrass Investment Limited (GGI)

Greengrass Investment Limited (GGI) is an emerging player in the Nigerian Extractive Industry with over 3 years of business excellence and mining operations, head-quartered in Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria. GGI strives to make significant contributions to Nigeria's social-economic and industrial development while also focusing on nurturing and developing the local community.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Location: Warra, Ngaski LGA, Kebbi
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Green Grass Investment Limited is a fast-growing, innovation-driven company engaged in lithium exploration, excavation, and mineral exportation. As part of our operations in Ngaski, Kebbi State, we are developing a world-class mining and beneficiation site. We are looking to hire a skilled and reliable Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join our engineering and maintenance team.
• The Mechanical Technician will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems and equipment used in our mining and processing operations.
• The ideal candidate will bring hands-on technical expertise, a strong safety mindset, and a proactive approach to equipment reliability in a rugged and dynamic mining environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and corrective maintenance on mining equipment, pumps, conveyors, crushers, and processing plant systems.
• Carry out installation and alignment of rotating equipment, gearboxes, and mechanical assemblies.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and execute timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, technical manuals, and engineering schematics.
• Ensure compliance with operational standards, safety guidelines, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Lubricate, adjust, and replace parts such as bearings, seals, belts, couplings, and filters.
• Collaborate with electrical and fabrication teams during equipment overhauls and shutdowns.
• Maintain maintenance logs, spare parts inventory, and repair documentation.
• Conduct inspections to identify early signs of wear or damage and recommend corrective actions.
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures, including lockout/tag-out (LOTO) and risk assessments.

Requirements & Qualifications

• National Diploma (ND), Technical Trade Test, NABTEB, or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field.
• Minimum of 1–4years relevant hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance within mining, cement, or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, and rotating machinery.
• Proficiency in the use of hand tools, diagnostic instruments, and alignment tools.
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems (CMMS) and basic reporting.
• Physically fit and willing to work in a remote location and rugged terrain.
• Certification in mechanical maintenance, HSE, or equipment handling is an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Team collaboration and communication
• Safety-conscious behavior and risk awareness
• Adaptability in a remote work environment.

What We Offer

• N100,000 - N150,000 Monthly.
• Site-based accommodation and transportation support
• Opportunity to work on innovative mining infrastructure
• Professional development and career growth

Application Closing Date
7th July, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: hr.greengrassnigeria@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note

• This is a field-based position, therefore candidates will be expected to stay at the company provided accomodation at our project site in Wara-Ngaski, Kebbi State.
• Due to the urgency of this position, application will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position may be filled before the  recruitment closing date.