Millwright Fitter Technician at Dangote

Job Overview

• The Technician / Millwright Fitter is responsible for the installation, assembly, maintenance, troubleshooting, alignment, and repair of mechanical equipment and rotating machinery to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
• The role supports preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.
• The successful candidate must possess sound mechanical aptitude, hands-on maintenance skills, and the ability to work effectively in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities / Critical Tasks
Equipment Installation and Assembly:

• Install, assemble, dismantle, and commission mechanical equipment, machinery, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, compressors, and associated systems in accordance with engineering specifications.

Preventive and Corrective Maintenance:

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance activities and carry out corrective repairs on mechanical equipment to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.

Machinery Alignment and Calibration:

• Perform precision alignment of rotating equipment using appropriate tools and techniques to ensure optimal machine performance and longevity.

Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting:

• Identify and diagnose mechanical faults, equipment failures, abnormal vibrations, leaks, and operational defects, and implement effective corrective actions.

Component Replacement and Repair:

• Repair or replace defective components such as bearings, seals, couplings, shafts, belts, chains, valves, and mechanical assemblies.

Safety and Compliance:

• Comply with all HSE requirements, permit-to-work procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO) practices, and company safety regulations while performing maintenance activities.

Maintenance Documentation:

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, inspection reports, and equipment history documentation using established maintenance management systems.

Basic Technical Competencies and Skills:
The ideal candidate should demonstrate competency in:

• Mechanical fitting and assembly techniques.
• Maintenance of pumps, compressors, blowers, conveyors, and rotating equipment.
• Shaft alignment and balancing principles.
• Bearing installation and replacement procedures.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and equipment manuals.
• Use of precision measuring instruments and hand tools.
• Welding and fabrication basics will be an added advantage.
• Preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards and safe work practices.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and meet maintenance targets.

Qualification and Experience
Educational Qualification:

• National Diploma (ND) in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Engineering, or a related discipline;

OR

• Trade Test Grade I, II, and III in Mechanical Fitting, Millwright, or a related mechanical trade.

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years' industrial experience in a manufacturing plant, chemical process plant, fertilizer plant, oil & gas facility, power plant, cement plant, or similar industrial environment.

Desired Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and analytical ability.
• High attention to detail.
• Safety-conscious mindset.
• Ability to work in shifts and respond to emergency maintenance requirements.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.