Maintenance Engineer at a Leading FMCG Manufacturing company - Elizabeth Maddeux Limited

Elizabeth Maddeux provides a range of human resources solutions designed to empower your workforce, enhance technical proficiency, refine soft skills, and accelerateorganizational growth for better impacts by enhancing organizational dynamics through a well-rounded and robust human resource intervention.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer

Location: Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Our client, a leading FMCG manufacturing company in Abuja, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to oversee the maintenance, repair, and optimal functioning of production machinery, factory utilities, and equipment. The role ensures minimal downtime, operational efficiency, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
Equipment & Machinery Maintenance:

• Plan, implement, and supervise preventive and corrective maintenance of production machinery.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and optimize mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems on production lines.
• Ensure machines and equipment operate efficiently to meet production targets.
• Coordinate installation, commissioning, and calibration of new equipment.

Utilities & Infrastructure Management:

• Oversee maintenance of factory utilities including power generators, compressors, HVAC systems, boilers, and water supply.
• Monitor utility performance and implement energy-efficient solutions.
• Ensure uninterrupted power and utility supply to production areas.

Health, Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety standards and GMP requirements.
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure proper use of PPE on the shop floor.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement preventive measures for equipment-related hazards.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Maintain maintenance logs, service reports, and equipment history records.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance reports.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance processes, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency.

Teamwork & Coordination:

• Work closely with production, quality, and operations teams to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Supervise and train maintenance technicians and support staff.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance or equipment servicing.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Machine uptime and availability.
• Mean time to repair (MTTR) for equipment breakdowns.
• Preventive maintenance compliance (% of scheduled tasks completed)
• Number of unplanned breakdowns per month.
• Maintenance cost vs budget.
• Energy consumption and utility efficiency improvements.
• Compliance with safety and GMP standards.
• Timeliness and accuracy of maintenance reports.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in maintenance engineering in FMCG, manufacturing, or heavy industry.
• Hands-on experience with production machinery, utilities, and factory equipment.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO standards, and safety regulations.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Good planning and organizational abilities
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with maintenance management systems.

Salary
N200,000 - N300,000 per month. 

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Career growth in a performance-driven FMCG Company.
• Supportive team culture and enabling environment.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume and cover letter to: recruit@elizabethmaddeux.com using “Maintenance Engineer - Garki Abuja” as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.