UnoCasa Consulting - Our client, an established player in the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) sector, is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Maintenance Manager
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- Our client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance and reliability of critical operational assets and heavy equipment.
- This role is ideal for a proactive maintenance professional with strong leadership capabilities and hands-on experience managing industrial equipment within construction, dredging, or infrastructure environments.
- The Maintenance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, and reliability of all equipment, machinery, and infrastructure operations.
- The successful candidate will ensure maximum equipment uptime, operational efficiency, compliance with HSE regulations, and effective management of maintenance teams and resources.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance Strategy & Planning:
- Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
- Plan and schedule routine and emergency maintenance activities.
- Drive maintenance best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure optimal availability and reliability of critical operational equipment.
Asset & Equipment Management:
- Oversee maintenance of heavy equipment, pipelines, cranes, trenchless technology rigs, and auxiliary machinery.
- Conduct inspections, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and performance assessments.
- Manage equipment lifecycle, replacements, and upgrades.
- Coordinate with procurement teams for timely availability of spare parts and consumables.
Compliance & Safety:
- Ensure full compliance with HSE policies, industry regulations, and operational standards.
- Develop and enforce maintenance SOPs and safety procedures.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures.
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, certifications, and inspection records.
Team Leadership:
- Lead and supervise maintenance engineers, technicians, and contractors.
- Set performance KPIs and conduct regular reviews.
- Provide technical and safety training to maintenance personnel.
- Promote a culture of proactive maintenance and operational excellence.
Budgeting & Cost Control:
- Develop and manage maintenance budgets.
- Monitor maintenance costs and equipment performance.
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Equipment Availability Rate: 95%+ uptime.
- Reduction in Mean Time to Repair (MTTR).
- Improvement in Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF).
- 100% HSE Compliance.
- Maintenance Cost Optimization.
- Planned Maintenance Ratio Improvement.
Requirements
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
- 8–10 years of maintenance experience within EPC, construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments.
- At least 3–5 years in a leadership or managerial maintenance role.
- Experience managing heavy-duty construction and industrial equipment is essential.
Technical Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of CMMS, Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Solid understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
- Proven experience in maintenance planning, asset management, and equipment reliability improvement.
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
Leadership & Soft Skills:
- Strong team leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
- High attention to detail with a proactive and safety-focused mindset.
Application Closing Date
8th June, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Note
- Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
https://www.hotnigerianjobs.com/hotjobs/901065/maintenance-manager-at-an-established-engineering.html