Mechanical Engineer CPP at HBM Nigeria Plc (Formerly Lafarge)

About the job

• To optimize the maintenance and repair activities on all plants and equipment within his area of coverage to ensure their efficiency and effectiveness.

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare Maintenance Program, Organize and Supervise Maintenance Work carried out on all plants and equipment, including their auxiliaries
• Prepare Daily and Monthly maintenance reports on plants and equipment in his section.
• Implement Mechanical Procedures
• Implement WAPCO quality, safety, health and environmental policy in area of responsibility.
• Carry out Scheduling, Planning of works (including resources) and execute jobs.
• Manage team by:
• Defining Tasks and Objectives and annually carrying out their Performance Reviews;
• Ensuring Quality Work;
• Ensuring good working relationship with and between his work force;
• Motivating his team and ensuring good level of discipline.
• Implement Training Plan for Improving Personnel Skills.
• Contribute to Preparation and Work within the Departmental Budget.
• Facilitate communication and relationships by:
• Attending Departmental Meetings;
• Attending Plant/Departmental Safety Meetings:
• Conveying Management Policies/Departmental Decisions to the subordinates and giving feedback;
• Communicating results to the Mechanical Manager.
• Updates of general Cement Plant and Engineering Practices
• Comply with EMS Mechanical Instrumentation job functions.
• Ensure involvement in the implementation and maintenance of integrated management system in the plant

Who You'll Be Working With

• Direct Reports
• Mechanical Manager
• Key interfaces, stakeholders and relationships:
• The job holder will regularly interact with the Methods department for preparation, planning and generation of work orders
• He/she also regularly interacts with the external public, including suppliers and other external stakeholders

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with at least 4 years’ experience, preferably in the cement industry
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Able to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Experience of researching and preparing complex worldwide travel arrangements and itineraries
• Familiarity with ERP platforms
• Ability to prioritize with excellent time management skills
• Ability to think outside of the box with a sense of urgency and proactive problem solving
• Detail-oriented/strong attention to detail
• Able to respect/manage confidential information
• Strong problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills;
• In-depth knowledge of practical mechanical operations and application;
• Good knowledge of cement manufacturing processes and products;
• Predictive and preventive maintenance;
• Experience in the implementation of quality and environmental management systems like ISO 9001:2000, EMS - ISO 14001
• Knowledge of engineering codes and standards;
• Good knowledge of safety rules applied to maintenance of Dust Control Equipment and Utilities;
• Micro data processing (Word, Excel, Power Point, AutoCAD,).