• As our production operations continue to grow, strengthening our Engineering team is essential to maintaining equipment reliability, reducing downtime and ensuring consistent production performance.

WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT

• The Engineering team plays a critical role in ensuring that our production equipment remains safe, reliable and operational.
• Manpower gaps within the Engineering function can result in:
• Increased risk of mechanical failures and equipment-related incidents
• Reduced production efficiency and capacity
• Increased downtime and reduced productivity
• Delays in meeting production schedules
• Delayed maintenance and equipment repairs
• Inadequate support for prompt breakdown response and maintenance activities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will:

• Assist with the installation, assembly, commissioning and testing of new machinery and equipment.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery.
• Investigate equipment failures, identify root causes and recommend effective remedies or design modifications.
• Respond promptly to machine breakdowns and support the Engineering team in restoring equipment to operation.
• Assist in carrying out maintenance activities quickly and efficiently to minimize production downtime.
• Inspect equipment and mechanical systems to identify faults and potential maintenance requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Maintain proper maintenance and repair records while ensuring compliance with safety procedures.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree/HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2–4 years’ relevant experience, preferably within FMCG or a manufacturing environment.
• Practical experience in mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting of production machinery.
• Strong root-cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance practices.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong teamwork, communication and safety awareness.