We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Central Maintenance Manager
Location:  Okpella Plant, Edo

Job Summary

• The Central Maintenance Manager oversees all mechanical maintenance activities across the cement plant, ensuring equipment reliability, optimal resource allocation, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.
• This leadership role drives strategic maintenance planning and continuous improvement to support plant performance objectives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive maintenance strategies and schedules for all plant assets.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise maintenance teams, including engineers and technicians.
• Monitor maintenance KPIs, budget compliance, and resource utilization.
• Coordinate major maintenance shutdowns and capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards in all maintenance activities.
• Drive root cause analysis and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Prepare reports and present maintenance performance to senior management.
• Perform other duties as assigned by plant leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; postgraduate qualifications are an advantage.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive maintenance experience, with at least five (5) years in a supervisory or managerial role within heavy industry.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
• Expertise in maintenance planning, reliability engineering, and asset management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Commitment to safety, environmental sustainability, and operational excellence.