Maintenance Supervisor, Mechanical

We are recruiting candidaters to fill the position below:

Job Title: Maintenance Supervisor, Mechanical

Location: Lagos

Description

• The role is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations through effective maintenance planning, troubleshooting, team leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives aimed at maximizing equipment availability and performance.
• Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and become part of a team committed to delivering safe, reliable, and efficient power generation operations.
• We are seeking a proactive and experienced Maintenance Supervisor – Mechanical to lead and coordinate mechanical maintenance activities at our power plant in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria.

Main Responsibilities

• Apply troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) techniques to resolve plant issues.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with company procedures and HSE standards.
• Maximize plant availability, reliability, and performance of gas engines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.
• Lead and supervise daily mechanical maintenance activities to achieve operational and contractual targets.
• Manage preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance activities.
• Maintain maintenance records, reports, and safety documentation.
• Ensure availability of required tools, spare parts, and resources.
• Support plant operations, shutdowns, start-ups, and operational troubleshooting.
• Coach and develop team members.
• Ensure timely completion of major overhauls with high-quality execution.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng. or B.Tech.).
• Good knowledge of WECS and UNIC tuning, engine performance optimization, and RCA methodologies.
• Experience in Turbocharger maintenance is an advantage.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in Gas or HFO Engine Power Plants.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of HSE standards and permit-to-work systems.
• Experience with preventive and corrective maintenance planning.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in CMMS/maintenance systems and MS Office.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical maintenance of gas engines and auxiliary equipment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.