Engineering Supervisor at Unilever Nigeria Plc

Unilever Nigeria Plc - Welcome to Unilever, a global multinational and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company with products sold in over 190 countries and more than 2 billion consumers across the world who use our amazing products everyday!

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Engineering Supervisor

Job ID: R-1174320
Location: Oregun, Ikeja - Lagos
Function: Supply Chain
Reports to: Factory Engineer
Scope: Local
Terms & Conditions: Full time, office based

Job Scope

• The Engineering Supervisor oversees daily engineering operations, ensures compliance with technical standards, manages a team of engineers/technicians, and drives continuous improvement in processes, safety, and productivity.
• Also responsible for the design, operation, maintenance, and optimization of utility systems (such as power, water, HVAC, compressed air, steam, and diesel) to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient support for organizational operations.

Main Responsibilities
Team Leadership:

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate engineers and technicians.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion of projects within the utility space.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

Project & Operations Management:

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee engineering projects from design to execution.
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Review technical drawings, specifications, and reports.

Technical Oversight:

• Provide guidance on engineering methods, tools, and best practices.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and implement effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and regulations.
• Shadow as line focus engineering to deliver optimal efficiency across packing and process line.
• Ability to lead a detail RCA, EWO to crash BD, MTTR, MTBF

Safety & Compliance:

• Enforce workplace safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to optimize processes and reduce costs.
• Implement lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other efficiency initiatives.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Experiences & Qualifications

• HND / Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics).
• 5 - 8 years of engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, project management, and safety standards.
• Proficiency in CAD software, project management tools, and MS Office.
• Strong knowledge of utility systems (power distribution, HVAC, boilers, chillers, water treatment, etc.).
• Proficiency in engineering software and MS Office tools.
• Familiarity with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Skills:

• Leadership & People Management
• Technical Expertise & Analytical Thinking
• Project Planning & Execution
• Safety & Quality Orientation
• Decision-Making & Problem-Solving
• Communication & Collaboration

Application Closing Date
10th March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online