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Head of Mechanical: Rotating, Static, Lifting & Marine Equip at Prime Atlantic Cegelec Nigeria (PACE)
Prime Atlantic Cegelec Nigeria (PACE)
October 16, 2026
Full-time
On-site
About the Role
The Head of Mechanical will provide technical leadership for mechanical maintenance methods, equipment performance, spare parts management and maintenance optimisation. The role involves coordinating contractors and vendors, providing technical support to operations, controlling maintenance costs and developing the capabilities of engineers and technicians.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, review and oversee the implementation of mechanical maintenance plans and procedures.
Coordinate maintenance planning and ensure alignment with company maintenance policies.
Manage spare parts availability, stock parameters and equipment support requirements.
Oversee maintenance data accuracy and analysis within SAP (UNISUP).
Analyse equipment performance, investigate failures and recommend reliability and optimisation improvements.
Provide technical expertise on mechanical equipment, including turbomachinery.
Coordinate contractors, vendors and external technical resources, ensuring satisfactory delivery of services.
Monitor contractor performance and contribute to technical contract administration.
Support budget preparation and cost control for mechanical operations.
Provide technical assistance to operational teams and support the training and development of engineers and technicians.
Ensure all activities comply with company procedures, technical specifications and HSE standards.
Act as Maintenance Operations Manager when required.
Requirements
University degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
Good knowledge of turbomachinery.
Minimum of 10 years' experience as a Mechanical Engineer, including at least 5 years in the petrochemical industry.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a supervisory operational position.
The Head of Mechanical will provide technical leadership for mechanical maintenance methods, equipment performance, spare parts management and maintenance optimisation. The role involves coordinating contractors and vendors, providing technical support to operations, controlling maintenance costs and developing the capabilities of engineers and technicians.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, review and oversee the implementation of mechanical maintenance plans and procedures.
Coordinate maintenance planning and ensure alignment with company maintenance policies.
Manage spare parts availability, stock parameters and equipment support requirements.
Oversee maintenance data accuracy and analysis within SAP (UNISUP).
Analyse equipment performance, investigate failures and recommend reliability and optimisation improvements.
Provide technical expertise on mechanical equipment, including turbomachinery.
Coordinate contractors, vendors and external technical resources, ensuring satisfactory delivery of services.
Monitor contractor performance and contribute to technical contract administration.
Support budget preparation and cost control for mechanical operations.
Provide technical assistance to operational teams and support the training and development of engineers and technicians.
Ensure all activities comply with company procedures, technical specifications and HSE standards.
Act as Maintenance Operations Manager when required.
Requirements
University degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
Good knowledge of turbomachinery.
Minimum of 10 years' experience as a Mechanical Engineer, including at least 5 years in the petrochemical industry.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a supervisory operational position.