Jobs at Dangote Group

Job Summary

Responsible for operating Heavy Earth Moving Machinery in a safe and effective manner.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks of machinery.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and clean, lubricate and refill equipment as scheduled and/or required.
• Ensure all heavy equipment is safely and securely stored.
• Participate in routine maintenance of Heavy Earth Moving Machinery.
• Recommend any requirements for maintenance or repairs to the Shift Coordinator.
• Practice workplace safety.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Shift Engineer from time to time.

Key Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• H Class Trade Test or its equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• A minimum of two (2) years experience in the operation of heavy equipment.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good networking and teaming skills.
• Good data gathering and analysis skills.
• Baseline problem analysis and solving skills.
• Creativity and an ability to think out of the box.
• Proficiency in the use of office productivity tools.

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Job Objectives:

The primary responsibility of the RHIA is to support the GCIA in providing independent assurance and advisory services to executive management, BARCC, Statutory Audit Committee, and the Board on the effectiveness of the Group’s risk management processes and the internal control systems over financial and operational processes across the clusters, Pan Africa

Job Summary:

This role oversees the Internal Audit function in Pan Africa and reports directly to the GCIA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise the Country Internal Audit Departments (CIAD) within the designated region and provide leadership to audit teams.
• Establish risk-based plans to set out the priorities of the Country internal audit departments consistent with the Group’s objectives.
• Establish policies and procedures to guide the internal audit activity of each country within the region.
• Coordinate the internal audit activities, plan, and resource requirements, including significant interim changes, to the GCIA for review and approval.
• Ensure that internal audit resources are appropriate (i.e., professional qualifications and skills), sufficient, and effectively utilized to achieve the approved Audit plan.
• Participation in major Internal Audit projects such as ICFR, EQA, SAP GRC, Power BI, and IT Audit.
• Prepare and submit periodic activity/management reports to the GCIA on the activities of the region.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls within the region through the CHIAs and provide each CHIA assessment of the effectiveness of the control of the environment and the region to the GCIA.
• Implement all relevant aspects of the internal audit manual and ensure that work programmes adhere to applicable professional standards per IIA standards, including the Code of Ethics.
• Ensure the timely completion of, and reporting on, individual audit engagements in accordance with professional standards.
• Report periodically to the GCIA on the status of action points implementation across the region.
• Report annually to the GCIA IA function’s conformance with professional internal auditing standards, internal audit charter, and applicable regulations.
• Provide support for the forensic audits and investigations team in all cases of fraud, losses, and malpractice within the region.
• Provide routine coaching, training, and continuing educational opportunities for each audit staff within the region, to develop knowledge, skills, and maximize performance.
• Ascertain skill gaps of internal audit personnel within the region, develop and update the annual training, and communicate the training plan to the Human Resources department for implementation.
• Prepare performance evaluations for all internal audit personnel within the region in line with the Group’s appraisal system.
• Develop and maintain a quality assurance and improvement program that covers all aspects of the regional internal audit function and continuously monitor its effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen financial controls and improve operational efficiency and productivity.
• Share information and coordinate activities with other internal and external providers of relevant assurance and consulting services to ensure proper coverage and minimize duplication of efforts

Requirements

Educational Qualification:

• B Sc. or HND in Accounting or any related discipline
• A good MBA will be a distinct advantage

Professional Qualification:

• Possession of any of the following professional qualifications is required: ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIA
• Possession of any of CISA, CQA, or CFSA is an added advantage

Desired Experience and Competencies:

• Minimum 15 years of relevant work experience, 8 of which must be at a senior management level. Also, relevant experience in a top-tier Audit firm or a global manufacturing company is desirable.
• Experience across multiple industries/markets, e.g., Manufacturing, Energy, Utilities, etc. International work experience is an added advantage
• Knowledge of internal auditing standards, responsibilities, code of ethics, and certification.
• Knowledge of the internal audit's role in corporate governance and its key relationships with the audit committee, board, and executive and operating management.
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and financial reporting requirements of regulatory agencies (SEC, state regulatory bodies, etc.), as appropriate, and compliance and reporting requirements of applicable tax authorities (IRS, federal, state, and local), as appropriate, and the applicability of control models such as the COSO.
• Awareness of new technologies and audit automation tools.
• Practical knowledge of office productivity tools (MS Office) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).
• Good project management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to provide sound business judgment, strategic thinking, and a broad financial and business perspective across the organization.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, including writing internal audit reports.
• Proven ability to work effectively with a diverse range of people, at all levels, with different functional skills, cultures, and personalities.
• Analytical with the ability to quickly assimilate and synthesize complex data and information into a fact-based decision-making framework.
• Mature, with high professional integrity and honesty

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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Head of Finance to join Dangote Cement Transport, Obajana. In this role, you will oversee, manage all financial activities, and ensure accurate accounting, valuation, reporting, and control of all financial assets and liabilities of Dangote Cement Transport, Obajana in compliance with IFRS, Group Accounting Policies, Nigerian regulatory requirements, and internal controls. The role ensures integrity of the Statement of Financial Position, supports funding decisions, and enhances financial risk management in Dangote Cement Transport, Obajana.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide overall financial leadership and strategic direction and ensuring financial integrity, sustainability, and value creation.
• Oversee end‑to‑end financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts for transport and fleet operations.
• Lead cost optimization initiatives across transport operations, with strong focus on:
• • Fleet cost per kilometre / ton
  • Fuel consumption and efficiency
  • Maintenance and repair cost control
  • Asset utilization and turnaround time
• Lead advanced FP&A processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis directly linked to transport and operational drivers.
• Support funding and capital allocation decisions relating to fleet investments and large transport assets.
• Engage senior operations leaders with clear, data‑driven financial insights to influence decision‑making.
• Build a high‑performance finance function with strong technical, analytical, and business partnering capabilities.
• Drive effective use of SAP and other financial systems to enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and control.

Key Requirements

• BSc/HND in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification (preferred).
• Strong exposure to corporate governance, compliance, and risk management.
• Professional certification (ACA / ACCA / CPA) required
• Minimum of 15 years finance experience with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles
• Strong experience in manufacturing, logistics, FMCG. transport, or asset-heavy operations
• Proven ability to manage a finance team size of 27+ accountants.
• Deep understanding of fleet economics (cost per km/ton, utilization, turnaround time)
• Strong expertise in fuel cost management and optimization
• Solid experience in maintenance cost control & asset lifecycle management
• Advanced FP&A capability (budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis linked to operations)
• Ability to translate operational metrics into financial performance insights
• Strong business partnering skills with transport, procurement, and operations teams
• Able to engage senior operations leaders and external stakeholder
• Proven track record in cost optimization and efficiency improvement initiatives
• Strong leadership experience managing large, dispersed finance teams

Skills and Behaviours               

• Strong exposure to manufacturing, cement, or large industrial operations.
• Hands-on experience with IFRS financial instruments accounting.
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS (9, 7, 16, IAS 32, IAS 21).
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills.
• Sound understanding of treasury operations and debt instruments.
• Excellent financial reporting and documentation skills.
• High integrity and attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and mentoring ability.
• Excellent stakeholder management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strategic and risk-aware mindset.
• High-volume, multi-plant manufacturing environment.
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven finance function.
• High interaction with Group Finance and external stakeholders
• Expertise in financial strategy, forecasting, and cost control.
• Strong stakeholder management, leadership, and communication skills

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Job Summary

Overall Responsibility for the safe maintenance, repair or replacement of plant mechanical equipment and systems, to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of the company.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the implementation of a maintenance strategy to accomplish the overall objectives of the organisation.
• Participate in objective setting, plan development and performance review of plant performance.
• Initiate, implement and manage the plant maintenance program based on best practices in the cement industry, with an emphasis on planning/scheduling and preventive/predictive maintenance.
• Ensure that maintenance engineers and technicians are adequately trained, equipped, and motivated to ensure that the maintenance program can be accomplished in a safe, timely, and cost-effective manner.
• Review the operation of plant equipment and systems constantly, to minimise unplanned downtime anticipate solve problems in a timely manner, and to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee the maintenance of existing plant facilities and equipment; replacement and adjustments to plant facilities where necessary.
• Ensure cost effective systems of control over capital, operating expenditures and manpower and initiates and carries out projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.
• Track, analyse and improve key maintenance parameters such as asset utilisation, maintenance cost, schedule compliance, etc.
• Direct, maintain and enforce the safety program for the maintenance department; review safety records to uphold standards of maximum safety for all maintenance engineers and technicians.
• Coordinate activities and communicate with the operations department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas.
• Establish and maintain a computerised maintenance management system (CMMS) for tracking work orders, spare parts, and maintenance history of plant equipment.
• Enforce standards and safe work procedures for the plant and ensure regulations relating to the mechanical maintenance department are met at all times.
• Provide training, development and leadership to plant maintenance personnel.
• Maintain and update operating and training manuals for the mechanical department.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Plant Director (Operations & Maintenance),

Key Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum of twenty (20) years’ experience in repairs and maintenance of cement manufacturing equipment.

Skills and Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of cement plant maintenance and cement manufacturing process.
• Excellent communication skills
• Leadership ability and strong management skills.
• Good data gathering and analysis skills.
• Baseline problem analysis and solving skills.
• Creativity and an ability to think out of the box.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office.