For over 15 years, JMG has been asserting its excellence as a leader in the power generation industry. Our strong partnership with FG Wilson, a trademark under the recognized Caterpillar Inc. brand portfolio and the world’s front-runner manufacturer of Perkins generators has given us the foundation to steer the industry in the direction of quality, support and innovation to become today the world’s largest FG Wilson dealer. Following our success in the retail market and to support the privatization of the Power Sector in Nigeria, JMG has been appointed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries as a partner for Sales and Services. This partnership enhances JMG’s capabilities to offer premium solutions in power plants, cogeneration, independent power projects and gas turbines technologies. In 2014, we have partnered with Legrand, a global specialists in analogue and digital electrical fixtures and fittings enabling us to distribute high quality low-voltage products and deliver end-to-end power solutions to all our customers. JMG’s facilities span over a combined area of 35,000 m2 and host a staff force exceeding 1700 highly skilled and experienced individuals. We are deeply committed to offer our clients exceptional quality products and services. This is why we only represent superior global brands that offer unsurpassed performance. We are the only company in the country that has resident FG Wilson engineers and quality managers as part of its workforce. Their presence not only assures our customers with premier performance, but also provides our staff with the universal training needed for professional sales and after-sales support. Quality cannot be guaranteed unless users are comforted with remarkable technical support. JMG’s continuous investments in facilities, equipment, training programs and skilled personnel promise its clients with world-class services and prompt cooperation. We have set up over 20 technical service centers that operate round the clock. With our dedicated 24/7 help desk and over 100 fully equipped engineering teams spread out across Nigeria, we rapidly reach out to all our clients’ requests.
Brief Description
Tyre Officer will ensure effective management, maintenance, and monitoring of all tyres across the fleet to reduce breakdowns, minimize operating costs, improve tyre lifespan, and support safe, reliable transport operations.
Duties
Maintain an accurate inventory of all tyres, tubes, rims, and related materials.
Track tyre issuance, returns, and replacements in the tyre register or digital system.
Identify minor defects and immediately report them to maintenance (lights, loose connections, leaks, worn components, missing items).
Ensure proper storage and rotation of tyres to prevent deterioration.
Conduct tyre changes, repairs, patching, and rotations on trucks, trailers, pickups, and other fleet units.
Ensure correct torqueing and alignment practices during installation.
Inspect tyres for wear, cracks, cuts, uneven patterns, and internal defects.
Recommend tyres for replacement based on condition and safety standards.
Perform regular tyre pressure checks according to manufacturer and company standards.
Identify pressure deviations and immediately rectify them to prevent blowouts or premature wear.
Carry out pre-trip and post-trip tyre inspections for all outbound trucks.
Record tyre usage, mileage, CPK (Cost Per Kilometer), and performance for analysis.
Assist in evaluating tyre brands, suppliers, and quality for procurement decisions.
Prepare daily/weekly reports on tyre consumption, repairs, scrap analysis, and abnormalities.
Provide technical support during breakdowns related to tyres on site or en-route.
Ensure adherence to safety procedures during tyre handling, lifting, and repairs.
Support the workshop team with wheel alignment and balancing requirements (if equipment is available).
Take up IMS responsibilities such as reporting unsafe act, condition or procedure in the work place, participating in fire or emergency drill at work, participating in incident reporting and investigation when necessary and adherence to Company policies
Minimum Requirements
Minimum of SSCE / Technical Certification.
2 – 5 years’ experience in tyre maintenance for heavy-duty trucks and trailers.
Knowledge of tyre brands, load ratings, and repair procedures.
Experience in commercial transport, logistics, or haulage industry preferred.
Competencies:
Strong knowledge of truck and trailer tyre maintenance.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to diagnose tyre defects and recommend corrective actions.
Good understanding of tyre pressure standards and safety protocols.
Strong record-keeping and reporting skills.
Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to breakdowns.
Attention to detail to prevent avoidable tyre-related failures.