Patroller (Mfamosing) at Lafarge Africa Plc - Dragnet Solutions Limited

Dragnet Solutions Limited - Our client, Lafarge Africa Plc, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Patroller

Location: Mfamosing, Cross River
Employment Type: Full-time

About the role

• Patroller's objective is to, through a complete working knowledge of the manufacturing equipment and process, serve as the production inspector for the operation.
• Participate in planned shutdown and running maintenance of all plants safely and efficiently.
• Starts up equipment, troubleshoots problems and takes corrective actions to maximize the efficient operation of the Plant.
• Patroller is responsible for the smooth operation and general housekeeping of all production shops.

Responsibilities

• Performs all tasks in a safe and efficient manner
• Carry out equipment energy isolation according to LOTOTO procedure
• Performs field checks and troubleshoot all aspects of raw mill, kiln and finish mill systems in compliance with Company quality standards and requirements
• Conduct running and shutdown inspection of all equipment for defects, drift and report such problems to the CCRO for attention and action
• Write shift report and complete patroller inspection checklist to indicate solved problems and outstanding issues on the plant
• Monitors equipment operation and solves problems throughout the plant as required including process drift, preheater blockage e.t.c
• Performs first level maintenance activities throughout the plant as required in order to maximize equipment operation and minimize equipment downtime
• Coordinates activities of mobile plant operators and other contracted services to assure adequate supply of process-related materials as required
• Operates the individual equipments on test mode when such equipments are on maintenance
• Assist CCRO in the operation of key equipments in local mode
• Assists CCRO in the management of off-spec products
• Carry out diaphragm slots cleaning for finish mills on maintenance days
• Carry out ball mill media loading according to the process engineer’s recommendations
• Carry out test drilling of refractory lining and submit report to the CCRO for analysis
• Ensures smooth operation of plant air compressors and pneumatic conveyance systems
• Maintains good housekeeping standards in the plant
• Attends and contribute to safety toolbox meeting at the beginning of every shift and offer suggestions on safe work methods
• Implement Lafarge Safety Rules and Regulation in accordance with the Group HSE Standards and Advisories
• Carry out equipment energy isolation according to LOTOTO procedures
• Monitors the operations and optimizes all aspects of raw mills, kiln system in compliance with the Company Quality Standards and Requirements
• Supervise the activities of the Contractors and Lafarge Third Party Operators through proper implementation of Lafarge Contractor Safety Management Standards (CSM)
• Monitor Production activities to comply with Group Environmental Standards and maintain good housekeeping at all time
• Monitor the loading and off-loading of alternative fuel or other solid fuel in the plant
• Participate in Plant Turn - Around Maintenance, Root Cause Analysis and other Company Best Practices, Test drilling, Wrecking and Brick Laying Processes
• Contribute to maintaining equipment’s in good working condition through effective first level inspection and regularly monitoring of the equipment
• Inspect the equipment before and after usage in order to analyse the problem, and liaise with Maintenance Department for corrective actions
• Carrying out first level inspection on all equipment and recommends steps to improve them
• Ensures Safety of Personnel and Equipment
• Comply with EMS Production Instrumentation activities
• Ensure involvement in the implementation and maintenance of integrated management system in the plant

Required skills

• Good knowledge of safety laws and regulations
• Working knowledge of cement manufacturing processes: Raw meal preparation, burning, combustion, grinding and packing operation
• Familiarity with all material conveyance systems and methodsWorking knowledge of equipment operation procedure
• Ability to perform heavy lifting/physically demanding work for prolonged periods of time
• Able to operate mobile equipment including Bobcat and forklift
• Demonstrate ability in, wide variety of mechanical and electrical skills

Experience:

• 2 - 5 years’ postgraduate experience

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

Application Closing Date
7th June, 2026. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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• It takes less than 5 minutes.
• We review every application.