Graduate Trainee (Electrical, Mechanical, Mining & Metallurgical)

Job Title: Graduate Trainee (Electrical, Mechanical, Mining & Metallurgical)

Location: Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

• This program is designed to provide fresh graduates with hands-on industry exposure, structured training, and mentorship to develop technical expertise and leadership skills for future roles within the organization.
• We are seeking highly motivated and ambitious Graduate Trainees in the fields of Electrical, Mechanical, Mining, and Metallurgical Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to plant operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.
• Conduct research, data collection, and analysis to support ongoing operations.
• Participate in structured training programs covering technical, operational, and safety aspects of engineering.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations as required.
• Assist senior engineers in planning, designing, and executing engineering projects.
• Demonstrate initiative and innovation in applying engineering knowledge to practical problems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve engineering challenges.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, company policies, and safety regulations.

Discipline - Specific Exposure Electrical Engineering:

• Energy efficiency and automation projects.
• Power generation, distribution, and control systems.
• Maintenance of electrical equipment and instrumentation.

Mechanical Engineering:

• Reliability engineering and preventive maintenance.
• Design, installation, and maintenance of mechanical systems.
• Rotating equipment, HVAC, and manufacturing processes.

Mining Engineering:

• Safety and environmental management in mining operations.
• Exposure to mineral processing and resource estimation.
• Mine planning, drilling, blasting, and ore extraction techniques.

Metallurgical Engineering:

• Metallurgical testing, analysis, and process optimization.
• Materials characterization and failure analysis.
• Smelting, refining, and alloy development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mining, or Metallurgical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and work in challenging environments.
• Excellent problem - solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong academic record and technical foundation.
• Fresh graduates or candidates with less than 2 years of experience.

Competencies & Skills:

• Ability to work under supervision and progressively take responsibility.
• Teamwork and collaboration across diverse disciplines.
• Technical aptitude and eagerness to develop expertise.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Proficiency in engineering software / tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MATLAB, SolidWorks, mining simulation tools).

Career Path
Successful candidates will:

• Progress through structured rotations across departments.
• Be evaluated for permanent roles in operations, design, maintenance, or project management.
• Gain mentorship from senior engineers and managers.