Maintenance Operator at BASF The Chemical Company

Job ID: 64421
Location: Lagos, NG
Job Field: Production, Maintenance & Technical Services
Job Conditions: Permanent

What You Can Expect

• The incumbent will be responsible for day-to-day operation of the pyrolysis unit line, implementing safety modifications as deemed fit to the Demo pyrolysis unit, facility maintenance of Waste-2-Chemicals pyrolysis site and mandatory inspections and tests on pyrolysis unit are kept up to date.

Duties will include the following:

• Assist in the operation of the Waste-2-Chemicals demo unit
• Carry out maintenance and engineering works on Waste-2-Chemicals demo unit
• Ensure that the Waste-2-Chemicals pilot demo is clean, safe and in good working order
• Record all non-conforming equipment on a job card
• Carry out all repairs timeously to minimize plant downtime
• Maintenance of pyrolysis equipment, pumps, condenser, distillation unit, generator, electrical and control systems in laboratory
• Ensure that all mandatory inspections are kept up to date as required by defined protocols
• Keep an accurate record of all jobs done – job cards filed
• Ensure all protective equipment and other equipment are kept clean, neat and tidy
• Supervise sub-contractors working at Waste-2-Chemicals site and ensure work is performed in line with BASF EHS regulations and procedures
• Responsible for Facility Maintenance of the Waste-2-Chemicals pyrolysis site
• Adhere to all Safety Rules and Regulations at the Waste-2-Chemicals laboratory

What We Expect

• A Degree or Higher National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Bias in Plant Automation)
• Experience in the chemical industry
• Experience with pump operation, maintenance and process controls system
• Exposure to plant automation and control systems
• Basic building facilities management knowledge
• Basic computer literacy and computer hardware skills
• Valid forklift diver’s license.

We Offer

• Responsibility from day one in a challenging work environment and on-the-job training as part of a committed team.
• Competitive compensation including attractive benefits as well as excellent career opportunities in an international company.