MIPS Engineer – Okpella at Dangote
The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
The Group’s activities encompass:
Cement – Manufacturing / Importing
Sugar – Manufacturing & Refining
Salt – Refining
Flour & Semolina – Milling
Pasta – Manufacturing
Noodles – Manufacturing
Poly Products – Manufacturing
Logistics – Port Management and Haulage
Real Estate
Dangote Foundation
Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of quality of its goods and services, its focus on cost leadership and efficiency of its human capital. Today, Dangote Group is a multi-billion Naira company poised to reach new heights, in every endeavour competing with itself to better the past.
The Group’s core business focus is to provide local, value added products and services that meet the ‘basic needs’ of the populace. Through the construction and operation of large scale manufacturing facilities in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group is focused on building local manufacturing capacity to generate employment and provide goods for the people.The MIPS Engineer is tasked with monitoring, analyzing, and enhancing the mechanical integrity and reliability of plant equipment. The role focuses on implementing maintenance best practices, conducting equipment inspections, and supporting plant operations to ensure maximum uptime.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Conduct regular inspections and condition monitoring of mechanical assets.
Analyze equipment performance data and recommend improvements.
Support troubleshooting and resolution of mechanical issues.
Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance activities, and equipment history.
Coordinate with other engineers and technicians to address reliability concerns.
Promote and enforce adherence to safety and quality standards.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
Education and Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Experience in maintenance reliability engineering within a heavy industry environment.
Professional certification (e.g., CMRP) is an advantage.
Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of maintenance management systems and reliability tools.
Excellent analytical and diagnostic skills.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.