Machinist / Turner at Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (NESCO) Nigeria Limited

igerian Electricity Supply Corporation (NESCO) Nigeria Limited is an electric utility Company providing economic and highly reliable electricity service in Nigeria since 1929. It is incorporated under the Companies Act of the Laws of Nigeria. Its core business is to generate, distribute, supply and retail electric power in Plateau State and adjacent States.

In its drive to ensure improved and sustained efficiency and effectiveness in delivery of its mandate with strategic leadership and management, NESCO (Nigeria) Limited is seeking to recruit fully qualified, highly motivated, and well experienced persons to fill the vacant positions of Lead, Operations & Maintenance, Maintenance Planning Engineer, Machinist/Turner and Power Plant Operators that have arisen in the Corporation’s Generation Department. Currently, power generation is from hydro power plants.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Machinist / Turner

Location: Kurra Falls / Bukuru, Jos - Plateau

Purpose of the Job

• Fabricating, repairing, and maintaining mechanical components and equipment in the hydropower plant.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Machinist/Turner shall therefore be responsible, but not limited, for the following:

• Operate machine tools to fabricate and repair mechanical components 
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications to create accurate parts 
• Ensure precise measurements using tools like Vanier calipers, micrometers screw gauge, and gauges. 
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on hydropower plant equipment, including turbines, pumps, and valves
• Fabricate or refurbish machine parts as needed to minimize downtime 
• Assist in the alignment and assembly of mechanical components 
• Inspect finished components to ensure they meet specifications and quality standards 
• Perform tests on machined parts to confirm functionality and fit
• Maintain records of machining processes and completed tasks
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations while operating machinery
• Provide technical input during troubleshooting and repair processes
• Assist in training other staff on machining and equipment handling techniques 
• Prepare periodic report for the attention of the Head, Workshop
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Head, Workshop

Minimum Educational & Professional Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

• National Diploma (ND) in Mechanical Engineering, Machining Technology, or a related field 

Attributes and Competencies:

• Proficiency in operating and maintaining machine tools
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and precision machining 
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and blueprints 
• Knowledge of hydropower equipment and its components 
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality

Application Closing Date
26th September, 2025. 

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Applications, under confidential concise Cover Letter, outlining how they meet the requirements for the Job position, enclosing copies of their Academic & Professional Certificates, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) Traceable Referees of good standing, and a Copy of a valid Identification Document (ID) such as a National ID or Passport.

Applications should be submitted by courier to: 
The Human Resources and Administration Manger,
Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited,
10, Barkin Ladi Road,
P. O. Box 15,
Bukuru, Jos South,
Plateau State, Nigeria.
Or
Electronic copies of the Applications can be submitted in a single PDF document named "[Full Name] – [Job Position] – Application" to: info@nesconigeria.com, nesconl@aol.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.