Mechanical Manager at Value Edge Management Services

Value Edge Management Services - We are a leading business management consulting practice serving clients across Africa. We work in all major sectors of the economy and levels of government engaging highly trained and sector-experienced consultants.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Mechanical Manager

Location: Ota, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting To: Plant Manager / General Manager – Operations
Department: Engineering / Maintenance
Industry: Flexible Packaging / Manufacturing

Job Summary

• The Mechanical Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all mechanical maintenance activities within the flexible packaging plant.
• This role ensures the continuous, safe, and efficient operation of all mechanical equipment and utilities through effective preventive and corrective maintenance, resource management, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Management:

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs for all production and utility equipment (extruders, printing machines, laminators, slitters, compressors, chillers, etc.).
• Supervise and coordinate daily maintenance activities to minimize downtime and maximize machine availability.
• Ensure all breakdowns are attended to promptly with root cause analysis and corrective action plans.

Equipment Reliability & Performance:

• Monitor mechanical equipment performance and ensure optimal operation efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing machine downtime and maintenance costs.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records, logs, and reports for performance tracking.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Supervise mechanical engineers, technicians, and artisans, ensuring proper skill utilization and motivation.
• Conduct regular technical training and skill development sessions for maintenance personnel.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures and company maintenance standards.

Spare Parts & Inventory Control:

• Plan and monitor the availability of critical mechanical spares and consumables.
• Coordinate with the procurement department to ensure timely replenishment and cost control.

Projects & Installation:

• Oversee mechanical aspects of new equipment installation, commissioning, and plant expansion projects.
• Liaise with OEMs and contractors to ensure proper installation, calibration, and handover.

Safety, Quality & Compliance:

• Enforce compliance with safety, environmental, and statutory maintenance regulations.
• Ensure all maintenance works adhere to ISO/quality standards and company policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree / HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of relevant experience in mechanical maintenance within a flexible packaging or manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of extrusion, printing, lamination, slitting, and utility systems.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Proficiency in maintenance management systems (CMMS) and MS Office applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Key Competencies:

• Hands-on mechanical expertise
• Leadership and team coordination
• Preventive maintenance planning
• Root cause analysis and troubleshooting
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Safety and quality consciousness

Working Conditions:

• Factory-based role with extended hours when required.
• Must be available for emergency maintenance interventions.

Application Closing Date
12th December, 2025.