Batching Plant Supervisor at FMR AGENCY

Job Summary

• We are hiring an experienced and highly responsible Batching Plant Supervisor to oversee all batching plant operations during production shifts.
• The role ensures safe, efficient, and accurate execution of production plans, supervises plant personnel, maintains quality control standards, and ensures plant readiness and compliance at all times.
• The Plant Supervisor serves as the key operational authority on shift and is accountable for production output, safety enforcement, plant performance, and shift coordination.

Key Responsibilities
Shift Management & Team Supervision:

• Take full control of batching plant operations from start to end of each shift
• Ensure all staff are present at assigned stations and brief them on production plans and mix requirements
• Supervise the Senior Batching Plant Operator and all plant personnel during operations
• Enforce discipline, safety compliance, and productivity across the shift
• Manage attendance issues and arrange immediate coverage where necessary
• Conduct structured shift handover at the end of each shift, documenting plant status, production output, and issues

Pre-Shift Plant Inspection & Readiness:

• Conduct full pre-shift inspection of batching plant systems, including control system, hoppers, silos, admixture tanks, and water systems
• Verify calibration of weighing systems and escalate deviations beyond tolerance before production begins
• Confirm availability of all raw materials required for planned production
• Ensure all PPE requirements are met before production starts (no PPE, no work)
• Confirm safety systems are functional, including emergency stops, guards, and fire safety equipment

Production Quality Control:

• Verify mix designs before production and ensure correct settings in batching system
• Monitor batching accuracy and ensure consistency with approved specifications
• Coordinate with QC personnel to ensure slump tests and quality checks are completed
• Hold or reject loads where quality issues are identified
• Manage concrete temperature control measures during hot weather conditions

Plant Maintenance Coordination:

• Report plant faults promptly with clear technical details and production impact
• Coordinate maintenance activities and ensure safe lockout/tagout procedures are followed
• Oversee minor adjustments and operational troubleshooting during shifts
• Ensure proper handover and sign-off after maintenance before restarting equipment

Safety, Reporting & Communication:

• Enforce strict safety compliance across the plant at all times
• Report all incidents to HSE within required timelines
• Monitor material stock levels and escalate shortages before depletion
• Maintain accurate production records for every batch and load
• Submit detailed shift reports covering production, downtime, safety issues, and team performance

Requirements

• OND / HND in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering (WAEC minimum also required)
• 5–8 years practical experience in concrete batching plant operations
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or senior operational role in a batching plant or ready-mix concrete environment
• Strong knowledge of automated batching systems and concrete production processes
• Physically fit to work in high-dust, high-noise industrial plant environment
• Ability to climb plant structures for inspection and operational checks.