Patroller, Sagamu at Lafarge Cement

About the Job 

• Patroller objective is to through a complete working knowledge of the manufacturing equipment and process, serve as the production inspector for the operation.
• Participate in planned shutdown and running maintenance of all plants safely and efficiently. Starts up equipment, troubleshoots problems and takes corrective actions to maximize the efficient operation of the Plant.
• Patroller is responsible for the smooth operation and general housekeeping of all production shops.

What you'll be doing

• Performs all tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Carry out equipment energy isolation according to LOTOTO procedure
• Performs field checks and troubleshoot all aspects of raw mill, kiln and finish mill systems in compliance with Company quality standards and requirements.
• Conduct running and shutdown inspection of all equipment for defects, drift and report such problems to the CCRO for attention and action.
• Write shift report and complete patroller inspection checklist to indicate solved problems and outstanding issues on the plant.
• Monitors equipment operation and solves problems throughout the plant as required including process drift, preheater blockage e.t.c
• Performs first level maintenance activities throughout the plant as required in order to maximize equipment operation and minimize equipment downtime.
• Coordinates activities of mobile plant operators and other contracted services to assure adequate supply of process-related materials as required.
• Operates the individual equipments on test mode when such equipments are on maintenance.
• Assist CCRO in the operation of key equipments in local mode.
• Assists CCRO in the management of off-spec products.
• Carry out diaphragm slots cleaning for finish mills on maintenance days.
• Carry out ball mill media loading according to the process engineer’s recommendations.
• Carry out test drilling of refractory lining and submit report to the CCRO for analysis.
• Ensures smooth operation of plant air compressors and pneumatic conveyance systems.
• Maintains good housekeeping standards in the plant.
• Attends and contribute to safety toolbox meeting at the beginning of every shift and offer suggestions on safe work methods.
• Implement Lafarge Safety Rules and Regulation in accordance with the Group HSE Standards and Advisories.
• Monitors the operations and optimizes all aspects of raw mills, kiln system in compliance with the Company Quality Standards and Requirements.
• Supervise the activities of the Contractors and Lafarge Third Party Operators through proper implementation of Lafarge Contractor Safety Management Standards (CSM)
• Monitor Production activities to comply with Group Environmental Standards and maintain good housekeeping at all time.
• Monitor the loading and off-loading of alternative fuel or other solid fuel in the plant
• Participate in Plant Turn - Around Maintenance, Root Cause Analysis and other Company Best Practices, Test drilling, Wrecking and Brick Laying Processes.
• Contribute to maintaining equipment’s in good working condition through effective first level inspection and regularly monitoring of the equipments.
• Inspect the equipment before and after usage in order to analyze the problem, and liase with Maintenance Department for corrective actions.
• Carrying out first level inspection on all equipments and recommends steps to improve them.
• Ensures Safety of Personnel and Equipment
• Comply with EMS Production Instrumentation activities
• Ensure involvement in the implementation and maintenance of integrated management system in the plant

What we are looking for

• Engineering degree in Mechanical / Electrical engineering 
• 2- 5 years postgraduate experience.
• Thorough working knowledge of cement making process, related equipment, and plant layout.
• Complete familiarity with all material conveyance systems and methods
• Aptitude for, and demonstrate ability in, wide variety of mechanical and electrical skills
• Operates specialized equipment such as low gauge guns, power shots
• Able to operate mobile equipment including Bobcat and forklift
• Able to perform heavy lifting/physically demanding work for prolonged periods of time
• Working knowledge of equipment operation procedure.
• Able to take initiative based on sound problem solving skills
• Good communication skills for use with co-workers, truck drivers, completing reports, etc

Behavioural Competencies

• Good interpersonal relationship
•  Highly Self motivated.
•  Result oriented