Millwright Fitter Technician

Position Title: Millwright Fitter Technician

Location: Dangote Fertiliser Limited

Job Overview

The Technician / Millwright Fitter is responsible for the installation, assembly, maintenance, troubleshooting, alignment, and repair of mechanical equipment and rotating machinery to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. The role supports preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

The successful candidate must possess sound mechanical aptitude, hands-on maintenance skills, and the ability to work effectively in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities / Critical Tasks

1. Equipment Installation and Assembly

Install, assemble, dismantle, and commission mechanical equipment, machinery, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, compressors, and associated systems in accordance with engineering specifications.

2. Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

Execute scheduled preventive maintenance activities and carry out corrective repairs on mechanical equipment to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.

3. Machinery Alignment and Calibration

Perform precision alignment of rotating equipment using appropriate tools and techniques to ensure optimal machine performance and longevity.

4. Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting

Identify and diagnose mechanical faults, equipment failures, abnormal vibrations, leaks, and operational defects, and implement effective corrective actions.

5. Component Replacement and Repair

Repair or replace defective components such as bearings, seals, couplings, shafts, belts, chains, valves, and mechanical assemblies.

6. Safety and Compliance

Comply with all HSE requirements, permit-to-work procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO) practices, and company safety regulations while performing maintenance activities.

7. Maintenance Documentation

Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, inspection reports, and equipment history documentation using established maintenance management systems.

Basic Technical Competencies and Skills

The ideal candidate should demonstrate competency in:

• Mechanical fitting and assembly techniques.
• Maintenance of pumps, compressors, blowers, conveyors, and rotating equipment.
• Shaft alignment and balancing principles.
• Bearing installation and replacement procedures.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and equipment manuals.
• Use of precision measuring instruments and hand tools.
• Welding and fabrication basics will be an added advantage.
• Preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards and safe work practices.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and meet maintenance targets.

Qualification and Experience

Educational Qualification

• National Diploma (ND) in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Engineering, or a related discipline;

OR

• Trade Test Grade I, II, and III in Mechanical Fitting, Millwright, or a related mechanical trade.

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years' industrial experience in a manufacturing plant, chemical process plant, fertilizer plant, oil & gas facility, power plant, cement plant, or similar industrial environment.

Desired Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and analytical ability.
• High attention to detail.
• Safety-conscious mindset.
• Ability to work in shifts and respond to emergency maintenance requirements.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.