Senior Mechanical Technician

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Technician - Crusher

Location: Obajana Plant, Kogi

Job Summary

• The Crusher Mechanical Technician at Dangote Cement Plc is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operations and maintenance of crusher systems and associated equipment by executing inspections, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining high safety and performance standards.

Key Duties and responsibilities

• Ensure strict compliance with safety procedures and company policies.
• Prepare breakdown reports and recommend improvements.
• Ensure timely preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Implement Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Plan and execute shutdown activities efficiently.
• Identify abnormalities like vibration, noise, misalignment, overheating.
• Carry out balancing and precision checks where required.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring failures.
• Maintain inspection records and checklists.
• Conduct toolbox talks before maintenance jobs.
• Carry out routine inspection of Impact crushers / roller crushers, belt conveyors, chain conveyors, apron feeders, Gearboxes, motors, pulleys, idlers, and couplings.
• Perform laser alignment of Motor-gearbox assemblies, Couplings and drive systems.
• Ensure proper alignment to avoid vibration and premature failures.
• Coordinate with stores for spare parts and ensure availability.
• Attend to equipment breakdowns promptly and ensure minimum downtime.

Requirements

• Good troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Strong knowledge of crusher systems and material handling equipment.
• Knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
• Trade Test or OND in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in laser alignment, hydraulic system and maintenance tools.
• Minimum of Five (5) years of relevant working experience as a Crusher Mechanical Technician.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office / maintenance systems).
• Leadership and team management ability.