Senior Workshop Technician (Mechanical Fabrication) at Petromech Engineering United Limited

Petromech is a Kaduna-based company in Nigeria specializing in waste management, with a primary focus on producing base oils and engine oils from used lubricants. The company also operates a 2,500 m² workshop equipped to handle a wide range of mechanical maintenance, repair, and fabrication services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Workshop Technician (Mechanical Fabrication)

Location: Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are establishing a fully equipped mechanical fabrication workshop in Kaduna, Nigeria.
• Our facility includes CNC cutting machines, hydraulic press machines, plate rolling machines (four-roll), bending machines, guillotine/shearing machines, welding machines, and all tools required for metal fabrication and maintenance operations.
• We are looking for an experienced Senior Workshop Technician / Workshop Foreman who can operate these machines, supervise fabrication activities, and support LPG tank production and maintenance operations.
• The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in metal cutting, bending, forming, and welding processes, and able to work independently based on technical drawings.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CNC cutting machines for precision cutting of steel plates.
• Perform plate rolling, bending, shearing, and forming using workshop machinery.
• Execute fabrication tasks for LPG tank manufacturing and general mechanical production.
• Interpret and work accurately from technical drawings and fabrication plans.
• Carry out welding operations (MIG/TIG/Arc) as required for tank fabrication and repair.
• Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and safe use of workshop equipment.
• Supervise and guide junior technicians and support staff when needed.
• Maintain production quality, safety standards, and efficient workflow.
• Conduct repair, modification, and maintenance tasks for steel tanks and mechanical components

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in mechanical fabrication workshops.
• Strong ability to operate:
  • CNC cutting machines
  • Hydraulic press brake
  • Plate rolling machines (four-roll)
  • Guillotine/shearing machines
  • Bending and forming equipment
  • Welding machines
• Proven experience in LPG tank fabrication, pressure vessel work, or similar heavy steel manufacturing (preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and fabrication sketches.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, metal thicknesses, and material handling.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of workshop safety standards and best practices.
• Good communication skills and teamwork attitude.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working in an industrial fabrication workshop environment.
• Ability to manage workload, prioritize tasks, and meet production deadlines.
• Familiarity with maintenance of workshop machinery.
• Willingness to adhere strictly to safety and production protocols.

Application Closing Date
22nd December, 2025.