Agbeyewa Farms is a world-class agribusiness with farm operations in Ekiti State, Nigeria. We have foresight for expansion into Africa whilst we create decent jobs and economic opportunities for local communities and become a force to reckon with in the agribusiness on a global scale.
We are a fully mechanized, large-scale agricultural organization seeking an experienced and results-driven Mechanization Manager to lead and optimize all mechanization activities across our operations.
As we continue to grow, Agbeyewa Farms is building a model that can expand across Africa, driven by professionalism, efficiency, and a clear focus on long-term impact.
Mechanization Strategy & Planning
- Develop and implement mechanization strategies aligned with farm production goals
- Plan seasonal machinery requirements and deployment schedules
- Ensure optimal allocation and utilization of all mechanized assets
Fleet & Equipment Management
- Oversee daily operations of tractors, bulldozers, harvesters, and implements
- Monitor equipment performance, uptime, and productivity levels
- Establish preventive and corrective maintenance systems to minimize downtime
- Maintain accurate records of machine usage, servicing, and lifecycle costs
Operational Efficiency & Cost Control
- Drive efficiency in land preparation, planting, and harvesting operations
- Optimize fuel consumption, spare parts usage, and maintenance costs
- Implement best practices to improve turnaround time and output
Team Leadership & Capability Development
- Lead, supervise, and develop a team of operators, mechanics, and technical staff
- Establish clear performance targets and accountability structures
- Train and enforce safety and operational standards across all teams
Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards
- Implement safe operating procedures for all machinery
- Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Manage relationships with equipment suppliers, service providers, and contractors
- Oversee procurement of spare parts, and consumables
- Evaluate and recommend new technologies and equipment upgrades
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Provide regular reports on mechanization performance, efficiency, and costs
- Use data-driven insights to improve productivity and decision-making
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across mechanization processes
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree is an added advantage)
- Minimum of 10-15 years’ relevant experience in mechanized agriculture
- Proven experience managing mechanization operations in large-scale commercial farms in Nigeria
- Strong technical knowledge of tractors, bulldozers, implements, and farm equipment
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams
Key Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent planning and organizational ability
- Deep understanding of mechanized farming systems
- Cost management and operational efficiency expertise
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills
- High level of accountability and ownership
- Effective communication and stakeholder management
Success Metrics (KPIs)
- Equipment utilization rate
- Downtime reduction percentage
- Cost per hectare for mechanized operations
- Preventive maintenance compliance rate
- Fuel efficiency and cost optimization
- On-time completion of farm operations
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