Sectional Head, Rawmill at Dangote

Location: Okpella Plant, Okpella Plant

Company: Dangote Industries Limited

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Sectional Head, Rawmill at Dangote - Okpella Cement Limited, who will lead the rawmill segment within the mechanical department, responsible for the efficient production and processing of raw materials required for cement manufacturing.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervising a team of technicians, operators, and maintenance personnel to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Designing and implementing preventive and corrective maintenance schedules for all rawmill equipment, such as crushers, conveyors, and grinding mills.
• Monitoring rawmill performance metrics and adjusting operational parameters to achieve consistent quality and production targets.
• Ensuring all maintenance activities comply with plant safety policies, environmental regulations, and company standards.
• Conducting root cause analysis of breakdowns and initiating timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Collaborating with the quality assurance team to resolve material-related issues and optimize rawmix composition.
• Preparing monthly reports on equipment condition, maintenance activities, and production output for management review.
• Training new and existing staff on safety procedures, equipment operation, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by Head of Mechanical.

Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent.
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of progressive experience in cement plant operations with at least 5 years in a supervisory role in the raw mill section

Skills And Competencies

• Strong technical expertise in raw mill machinery and maintenance practices.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in maintenance management systems and reporting tools.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.