Cement Production Lead.

Job Summary

Oversee and coordinate efficient production of high quality clinker and cement at the plant to generate optimal revenue for DCP.

Ensure production at optimal plant capacity at all times.

Key Duties and Responsibilities.

• Participate in the development and articulation of a production strategy for Dangote Cement Plc.
• Create and manage the Plant’s production, capacity and materials requirement plans in line with busincess strategic intent.
•  Oversee the implementation of approved production plan at the plant to ensure established targets are met.
• Ensure that production processes are implemented in line with agreed upon procedures and 
  guidelines.
• Prepare annual production budget based on relevant considerations including market forces and ensure achievement of planned budgets through optimization of resources.
• Coordinate and manage the production team to achieve daily production targets within the specified quality level, budget and time.
• Liaise with Maintenance to coordinate planned shutdowns of production lines for the purpose of 
  maintenance.
• Oversee the execution of cement kiln lining repairs, raw, cement mill operations, and cement packaging system.
• Keep abreast with new developments in cement production and good practices, and make 
  recommendations for improved productivity.
• Coordinate with other units of the production, mines and maintenance departments as required to meet production requirements.
• Provide overall guidance, leadership and strategic direction to the Production team.
• Prepare and provide production reports and information to management to aid decision making.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Bachelor Degree Chemical Engineering or similair field of study.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Minimum of twenty (20) years relevant work experience, ten of which must be in leadership position.

SKILLS and BEHAVIOURS

• In-depth knowledge of cement production processes
• Strong knowledge of the cement industry (local and international) including the trends, challenges,opportunities, regulations and legislations relating to the cement manufacturing industry. 
• Strong people management and leadership skills
• Strong relationship management and communication skills
• Strong knowledge of product quality parameters and quality control
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Job Classiifcation: SGM,CGM