Head of Engineering Department at Trends Ventures

Trends Ventures Limited is a Major Player in security/safety equipment sales / installations, with the Headquarters in Lagos.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Engineering Department

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Head of Engineering will lead the technical department, responsible for overseeing all security equipment installation projects, preventative maintenance programs, and emergency repair services.
• This role ensures maximum equipment reliability for clients, high-quality service delivery, regulatory compliance, and the strategic growth of the technical team.

Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership & Strategy:

• Direct all daily operations of the engineering department, ensuring projects and maintenance tasks are completed on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards.
• Develop and implement technical operational policies and procedures to standardize service delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean initiatives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
• Serve as a technical advisor to executive leadership, advising on new security technologies (AI, IP-based surveillance) and business growth opportunities.

Installation, Commissioning & Maintenance Management:

• Oversee the design, installation, testing, and commissioning of security systems (CCTV, Access Control, Panic Alarms, Intrusion Systems).
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance schedules (PMs) for client assets to ensure 100% uptime.
• Act as the escalation point for complex technical faults, system failures, and urgent repairs.
• Ensure all installations and repairs comply with local safety standards, regulatory bodies, and industry benchmarks.

Project Management & Technical Support:

• Oversee surveys and prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and technical proposals for new client prospects.
• Coordinate with Project Managers to ensure technical quality of subcontracted engineering services.
• Liaise with vendors, suppliers, and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) for spare parts management and training.

Team Leadership & Personnel Development:

• Manage, mentor, and evaluate the performance of field technicians, installation engineers, and technical support staff.
• Develop training curriculums to improve team competency in new technologies (e.g., networking, biometrics).

Budgeting & Financial Responsibility:

• Develop and manage the engineering department's annual budget, including maintenance revenue, staff training costs, and tool/equipment inventory.
• Manage the inventory of installation equipment and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) spares to prevent obsolescence

Salary
N350,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
31st August, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter to: onlineselection@yahoo.com using "Head Engineering" as the subject of the email.