Mechanical Engineer (Rice Mill)

Location: Nigeria

Industry: Rice Milling / Manufacturing

A leading agribusiness and manufacturing company in Nigeria is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join its team.

-REQUIREMENTS
-B.Eng., B.Tech., Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably in the rice milling industry.
  -Strong experience in plant, shutdown, preventive and breakdown maintenance.
  -Good knowledge of rice milling machinery, including parboiling systems, paddy dryers, dehuskers, polishers, graders, sorters, packing machines, conveyors and elevators.
  -Experience in plant installation, commissioning, expansion and modernization projects.
  -Knowledge of boilers, steam systems, pumps, gearboxes, bearings and other plant utilities.
  -Proven ability to manage maintenance teams, contractors and service providers.
  -Strong problem-solving, leadership, communication and reporting skills.
  Proficiency in MS Office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance plans.
• Minimize equipment breakdowns and plant downtime.
• Supervise routine, shutdown and annual maintenance activities.
• Develop maintenance SOPs, checklists and equipment inspection procedures.
• Support plant installation, commissioning, upgrades and expansion projects.
• Supervise, train and manage maintenance technicians and mechanics.
• Coordinate with Production, Electrical, QC and other departments.
• Monitor equipment performance, maintenance costs and reliability KPIs.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly maintenance reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and maintenance procedures.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person