The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
The Group’s activities encompass:
Cement – Manufacturing / Importing
Sugar – Manufacturing & Refining
Salt – Refining
Flour & Semolina – Milling
Pasta – Manufacturing
Noodles – Manufacturing
Poly Products – Manufacturing
Logistics – Port Management and Haulage
Real Estate
Dangote Foundation
Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of quality of its goods and services, its focus on cost leadership and efficiency of its human capital. Today, Dangote Group is a multi-billion Naira company poised to reach new heights, in every endeavour competing with itself to better the past.
The Group’s core business focus is to provide local, value added products and services that meet the ‘basic needs’ of the populace. Through the construction and operation of large scale manufacturing facilities in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group is focused on building local manufacturing capacity to generate employment and provide goods for the people.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
Education and Work Experience
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.