Lafarge Africa Plc Technical Skills Development Program 2026 for Secondary School Leavers

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Lafarge Africa Plc is inviting suitably qualified young Nigerians to apply for its 2026 Technical Skills Development Programme, a fully sponsored three-year vocational training initiative designed for secondary school leavers who want to build strong technical careers in the manufacturing and industrial sector.

This programme provides hands-on technical training, industry exposure, and professional certification in key engineering and production disciplines within Lafarge’s operations.

Available Training Trades

Successful candidates will be trained in one of the following areas:

• Electrical and Instrumentation
• Mechanical Maintenance
• Instrumentation and Automation Technology
• Welding and Fabrication
• Cement Manufacturing Process (Production, Process, and Quality)

Programme Overview

• Programme type: Vocational / Technical Training
• Sponsor: Lafarge Africa Plc
• Eligible country: Nigeria
• Duration: 36 months
• Target group: Secondary school leavers
• Deadline: 23 January 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

• Be between 17 and 20 years old
• Have obtained a minimum of five (5) credits in WAEC or NECO, including:
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • One other relevant subject
• Have at least a pass in English Language
• Must have completed secondary school not later than 2024

Benefits of the Lafarge Technical Skills Development Program

The programme is fully sponsored, and successful applicants will enjoy:

• Tuition-free technical education
• Intensive hands-on practical training
• Daily lunch during training
• Industry-recognized certification upon completion
• Exposure to modern industrial equipment and processes

This initiative is designed to equip young Nigerians with in-demand technical skills, preparing them for long-term careers in engineering, manufacturing, and industrial operations.

The Lafarge Technical Skills Development Program offers a rare opportunity for secondary school graduates to gain professional technical training at no cost, earn certification, and build a solid foundation for employment or further technical advancement in Nigeria’s industrial sector.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early, as admission is competitive and limited.