Automobile Electrician at Lafarge Cement

Lafarge Africa Plc is a leading Sub-Saharan Africa building solutions Company and member of the LafargeHolcim group.

The vision of Lafarge Africa Plc is to be the most trusted and preferred partner of African construction professionals and home builders by delivering cement, concrete, aggregates and other building solutions that are best in quality, environmentally sustainable and nationwide available at affordable cost.

Making urbanization a success is one of the challenges of this century and at LafargeHolcim, our ambition is to contribute to Building Better Cities. As a world leader in building materials, LafargeHolcim supports the metamorphosis of cities with innovative solutions that provide cities with more housing, making them more compact, more durable, more beautiful and better connected.

For many years, Lafarge Africa Plc has been committed to a deliberate strategy of sustainable development that combines industrial know-how with performance, value creation, respect for employees and local cultures, environmental protection and the conservation of natural resources and energy.

We put certain values at the forefront of the way we do business viz: health and safety, environmental protection, corporate governance (Ethics) and social responsibility (in the areas of education, health, youth empowerment, and shelter). We develop a highly competent workforce to operate our plants and businesses, through intensive training and exchange programmes.

The company is committed to progress and attentive to the ever- changing needs of local communities. This is demonstrated by contributing to the improvement of their quality of lives in a sustainable manner through setting up local development programmes in key areas that have direct impacts on socio-economic well being of the people and their environment.

More importantly, Lafarge Africa Plc endeavors to create more value for our customers, providing them with innovative and high quality products and solutions. Our well-known brands – Ashaka Portland Limestone Cement, Elephant Cement, Powermax Cement, Supaset Cement, UniCem Cement as well as Readymix Concrete and Aggregates – all stand for quality, consistency and long term strength which help deliver solutions that contribute to more housing for people, more compact buildings, better connected communities, more beautiful structures and more durable construction.

For our concrete operations, we leverage on the Group’s 50 years of experience in innovative concrete solutions and this puts us in the position to provide quality solutions that are designed to meet the specific needs of today’s builders. Today, Lafarge Readymix operations have a production capacity of 3.5 cubic million metric tonnes in Nigeria.
Building solutions
Lafarge works with all actors in the building industry of Nigeria, from do-it-yourself builders to large construction companies, architects and local artisans. Whether supplying high-quality cement to a craftsman or helping leading architects explore and deliver creative possibilities, Lafarge Africa Plc is committed to providing solutions that fit the needs of all its clients.

Lafarge Africa Plc’s clients benefit from the technical expertise and product innovation that are the hallmark of LafargeHolcim, an international leader in building materials with a global presence in 90 countries and decades of experience. In Nigeria, LafargeHolcim offers a range of innovative and high-performance products.About the role

Must be well-versed in installing and repairing electrical wiring, diagnosing problems with rig electrical systems, repairing damaged electrical parts, maintaining electrical components for mobile equipment.

Knowledgeable in modern rig electrical systems, have a good eye to detail, and be able to problem –solve complex electrical problems, ultimately a top-notch auto electrician that is versed in the art of using electrical schematics to troubleshoot complex electrical faults and implement final solutions in mobile plants.

What you'll be doing

Maintain mobile equipment in good working condition by following preventive and corrective maintenance schedules according to OEM.
Break down complex electrical information into simpler parts for team members with little or no understanding of rig system operations.
Locate and remove defective parts for skilled adjustment, repair or replacement.
Correct faults and maximized performance by rebuilding engine, electric and individual components.
Turn mobile plant electric systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
Regular maintenance and addressing any engine-related electrical issues that is essential to keep the rig running smoothly.
Perform auto electrical maintenance and repairs activities and system evaluations on mobile equipment in a safe manner
Routine electrical wire checks and testing equipment to ensure compliance with specifications and safety standards of OEM.
Conduct periodic mechanical and electrical instruments inspections on mobile plant system to ensure it is functioning properly at all time
Develop solutions and rebuild equipment electrical systems, ensure good rig maintenance and repairs whenever inspection is carried out on mobile equipment.
Read and interpret assembly electrical diagrams to determine lasting solutions to mobile plants, auto greasing systems, electro mechanical equipment.
Repair and replace faulty electrical components with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with OEM and maintaining a clean work
Ensure company working hours and good shift timings are maintained.
Ensure safe working conditions and good safe practices are applied at work.

Who you'll be working with

Human dimension: Mobile Plant Manager
Organizational dimension: The incumbent regularly interacts with all categories of Staff in the Plant and offers professional advice on best practice to maintain mobile equipment. He also regularly interacts with the plant operators on best operating practices.

What we are looking for 

Minimum OND in Electrical engineering with at least 5 years’ experience in the industry Specific Work experience:
5 years’ work experience in heavy mobile plant industry
Good working knowledge of CAT, Cummins diesel engines and equipment
Ability to carry out faulty diagnosis on diesel engines, hydraulic and transmission systems
Good knowledge of possible diagnostic tool (SIS, ET, Processes, etc.)
Good knowledge of safety regulations and rules applicable in an industrial area
Good interpersonal relations
Good organizational skills