Farm Engineer (Fabrication & Maintenance) at AgriCapital- 2 Openings

Posted on Wed 29th Apr, 2026 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

AgriCapital is an agro-industrial company into the agriculture value chain (Farming, processing, and packaging).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Farm Engineer (Fabrication & Maintenance)

Locations: Abeokuta & Aiyetoro - Ogun 
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Summary

  • The Farm Engineer will be responsible for the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of farm tools, machinery, and infrastructure.
  • The role requires a technically skilled individual with hands-on experience in mechanical systems, welding, and equipment troubleshooting to ensure continuous farm operations with minimal downtime.

Key Responsibilities
Fabrication & Design:

  • Design and fabricate farm tools, equipment, and structural components as required
  • Modify existing machinery to improve efficiency and functionality
  • Work with locally available materials to develop cost-effective solutions

Equipment Maintenance & Repairs:

  • Perform routine maintenance on farm equipment (tractors, irrigation systems, processing machines, etc.)
  • Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out timely repairs
  • Ensure all machines are in optimal working condition at all times

Workshop & Tools Management:

  • Manage workshop activities, tools, and spare parts inventory
  • Ensure proper handling and maintenance of engineering tools and equipment
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workshop environment

Irrigation & Farm Infrastructure Support:

  • Support installation and maintenance of irrigation systems, pumps, and piping
  • Handle basic electrical and plumbing repairs related to farm operations

Preventive Maintenance Planning:

  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules
  • Keep records of repairs, servicing, and equipment performance

Health, Safety & Compliance:

  • Ensure all engineering activities comply with safety standards
  • Train farm staff on proper use of equipment to prevent damage and accidents

Key Requirements
Qualifications:

  • HND / B.Eng. / Technical Certification in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Relevant trade certifications (welding, fabrication, etc.) are an added advantage

Experience:

  • 3–5 years hands-on experience in:
    • Mechanical engineering or farm machinery maintenance
    • Welding and fabrication
    • Equipment repair and troubleshooting
  • Experience working in a farm, agro-processing, or industrial environment is a strong advantage

Technical Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and fabrication techniques
  • Proficiency in welding, cutting, and use of workshop tools
  • Basic understanding of electrical systems and plumbing
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings (an added advantage).

Application Closing Date
30th August, 2026.

How to apply
Interested and qualified candidate should send CV to: agricbusiness26@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only successful candidate will be contacted via email and phone calls.