Job Overview
The Utility Engineer is responsible for efficient operations of the utility section (Generators / Chillers / Compressors / Boilers.
Key Responsibilities
Perform daily inspection of all the forklifts / pallets trucks in the facility, ensure the checklist is filled properly, and damages / issues reported need to be attended immediately.
Carry out daily checks on all generators, and check the shift inspection reports from shift operators. Act on the faults / issues / leak reported.
Perform daily checks on all the utility equipment's (Generators / Compressors / Chillers / Boilers) are well taken care of and kept in good working condition. Participate in repairs / servicing and preventive maintenance works.
Travel to other locations when and where it's necessary (within Nigeria), to carry out inspection/maintenance and servicing of all the generator's used in our upcountry locations.
Ensure the maintenance materials and supplies are stored, organised and labelled correctly to prevent damage, loss or deterioration of spares in utility store.
Involve in troubleshooting on generator / utility equipment's with malfunction from electrical or mechanical aspect, support the team in charge on the major technical issues.
Participate in the installation and commissioning of new equipment including of safety validation of equipment and to potential refurbishment of utility equipment.
Complete all daily generator and utilities reports / documentation and submit to line manager.
Ensure all oil and fuel spillages / waste collected and stored at designated location.
Ensure compliance with FSSC 22000, ISO 22000:2028, ISO/TS 22002 and HACCP standards and procedures.
Perform all other duties as may be assigned by the line manager.
Requirements
Qualification: Interested candidates should possess a B.Sc, Eng, / HND in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering and other related courses.
Experience: 5 years and above experience in a food or agro-processing plant (preferably cocoa, chocolate, or FMCG).
Age: Not more than 45 years.
Abilities / Other Requirements:
Certification in Food Safety (HACCP), ISO 22000, or FSSC 22000 is desirable.
Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot: Steam boilers (critical for cocoa roasting and pressing) and Chillers and cooling towers (for chocolate tempering and cooling systems).
Strong troubleshooting and fault diagnosis skills.
Understanding of thermodynamics and fluid systems.
Continuous improvement mindset (Lean/Kaizen exposure is a plus).
Data analysis for utility performance optimization.
Strong documentation skills.
Root cause analysis (RCA).
Good communication with production and quality teams.
Strong commitment to workplace safety, with the ability to report unsafe machinery or behavior promptly.