Deputy Sectional Head – Instrumentation, Power Plant at Dangote Group | Nigeria

Job Description

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[**Company Name**] is a leading diversified business conglomerate in Africa, renowned for its unwavering commitment to excellence in business practices and product quality. With our operational headquarters strategically located in the vibrant metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria, we are at the forefront of industrial innovation and economic development across the continent. Our extensive portfolio spans critical sectors including Cement, Sugar, Salt, Flour & Semolina, Pasta, Noodles, and Poly Products manufacturing, underscoring our significant contribution to Africa’s growth.

Job Overview

[**Company Name**] is seeking a highly experienced and motivated **Deputy Sectional Head – Instrumentation** to join our dynamic Power Plant division in Nigeria. This crucial role will involve overseeing and managing the instrumentation section, ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and safety of all power plant instrumentation systems. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Sectional Head to drive operational excellence, implement best practices, and mentor a team of skilled technicians and engineers, contributing directly to the continuous and efficient power generation for our vital operations.

Key Responsibilities

* Assist the Sectional Head in the planning, execution, and supervision of all instrumentation activities within the power plant.
* Oversee the maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of all plant instrumentation, including control loops, sensors, transmitters, and actuators.
* Ensure strict adherence to all safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards in all instrumentation-related operations.
* Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for instrumentation to minimize downtime and maximize equipment lifespan.
* Manage spare parts inventory for instrumentation, ensuring availability and cost-effectiveness.
* Participate in root cause analysis of instrumentation failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
* Support the training and development of junior instrumentation staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill enhancement.
* Collaborate with other engineering departments and operations teams to integrate instrumentation solutions and address plant-wide technical challenges.
* Contribute to budget planning and cost control initiatives for the instrumentation section.
* Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all maintenance activities, calibration records, and technical reports.

Requirements

* A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related technical field.
* A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in instrumentation within a large-scale industrial environment, preferably in a power plant setting.
* Demonstrated expertise in the maintenance and troubleshooting of various instrumentation and control systems (e.g., DCS, PLC, SCADA).
* Strong understanding of calibration techniques and the use of calibration equipment.
* Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams, fostering collaboration and high performance.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
* Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
* Familiarity with power plant operations and safety procedures is highly desirable.

What We Offer

* The opportunity to be part of a leading and rapidly growing African conglomerate with a significant impact on the continent’s development.
* A challenging and rewarding role with substantial responsibility and the chance to shape critical operational functions.
* A dynamic and collaborative work environment that values innovation, integrity, and employee growth.
* Competitive remuneration and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
* Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the [**Company Name**] Group.