Head, Maintenance and Engineering at Sahara Group

Sahara Group is a leading international energy and infrastructure conglomerate with operations in over 38 countries across Africa, Middle East, Europe and Asia. Spanning three decades, we have broken ground and challenged stereotypes across the global business landscape. The women and men who make up our organization are our strongest levers for growth.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Maintenance and Engineering

Job Identification: 224
Location: Ijora, Lagos
Job Schedule: Full time

Job Description

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the terminals, including product receipt, storage, blending, and dispatch with adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and industry best practices.
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities for terminal equipment and systems
• Ensure that all terminal operations and maintenance activities comply with safety regulations, environmental standards, and relevant legal requirements.
• Conducting regular safety inspections, risks assessments, and audits
• Develop and implement emergency response plans for terminal incidents. Conduct drills and exercises to prepare the team for potential emergencies.
• Liaise and coordinate with external service providers and contractors to perform specialized maintenance tasks or repairs. Manage vendor contracts, negotiate service agreements, and ensure service quality
• Provide visible leadership to various teams in the Terminal – operators, maintenance technicians, and engineers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all maintenance and operational activities, including maintenance logs, reports, and compliance documentation
• Implement and monitor environmental management practices to minimize the environmental impact of the terminal operations.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline with up to 10 years of experience
• Minimum of 2-3 years supervisory experience, preferably in a similar role
• Membership of relevant professional association is highly desired
• Vast understanding of terminal operations, maintenance practices, safety regulations, and industry best practices
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to assess complex terminal-related issues and develop effective solutions
• Strong focus and commitment to safety
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Collaborative attitude
• Good relationship management skills
• Optimizing resources for terminal maintenance and operations

Application Closing Date
14th April, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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