Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
Job Summary
- The Mechanical Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment, including centrifugal machines, dryers, conveyors, elevators, and other plant machinery.
- The role ensures safe, efficient, and reliable mechanical operations by supervising technicians, enforcing Standard Operating Conditions, coordinating maintenance activities, and ensuring adherence to safety and housekeeping standards.
- The Mechanical Supervisor provides technical guidance, monitors equipment performance, and supports continuous improvement of plant machinery reliability.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Supervision & Leadership:
- Supervise Mechanical Technicians and ensure proper execution of daily operations and maintenance tasks.
- Assign, monitor, and review work activities to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Provide training, coaching, and guidance to technical staff to improve competence and performance.
- Ensure proper shift handover and reporting by the technical team.
Operations Oversight:
- Ensure efficient operation of centrifugal machines, dryers, conveyors, elevators, and other mechanical systems.
- Confirm that all equipment operates strictly within approved Standard Operating Conditions (SOC).
- Respond promptly to equipment abnormalities and initiate corrective actions.
- Monitor equipment performance and ensure optimal machine availability.
Maintenance Coordination:
- Plan and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
- Supervise maintenance tasks and ensure proper documentation of all jobs carried out.
- Track, analyze, and report maintenance activities, including downtime and root cause findings.
- Liaise with maintenance planners and other departments for scheduling maintenance work.
- Ensure proper use of tools, materials, and spare parts.
Safety, Compliance & Housekeeping:
- Enforce strict compliance with all safety rules, policies, and statutory regulations.
- Promote safety awareness and correct unsafe acts or conditions immediately.
- Ensure proper housekeeping standards are maintained across all mechanical operation and maintenance areas.
- Approve and review Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for mechanical tasks.
Documentation & Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment history, and daily operations.
- Prepare periodic reports on machine performance, maintenance execution, and operational issues.
- Provide technical input for maintenance planning, procurement, and improvement initiatives.
Continuous Improvement:
- Recommend improvements to enhance equipment reliability, efficiency, and performance.
- Support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and long-term engineering solutions.
- Drive compliance with maintenance KPIs and operational excellence standards.
Qualifications & Experience
- B.Sc / HND in Mechanical Engineering or related fields
- 5 - 7 years experience in mechanical operations or maintenance in a manufacturing, refinery, or processing environment.
- Prior experience supervising mechanical technicians is an advantage.
- Knowledge of boiler operating procedures is an added advantage.
- Strong understanding of centrifugal machines, conveyors, dryers, elevators, and plant mechanical systems.
Required Competencies & Skills:
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Sound technical knowledge of industrial mechanical systems.
- Proficiency in interpreting mechanical drawings, SOPs, and maintenance manuals.
- Excellent troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem‑solving abilities.
- Good communication and interdepartmental coordination skills.
- High safety consciousness and strong adherence to maintenance discipline.
- Good organizational and documentation skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle emergency breakdowns.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
- Ability to work in industrial environments (heat, noise, machinery).
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform moderate physical tasks.
- willingness to work shifts, weekends, or emergency calls when required.