Engineering Manager

Location: Ilorin(AFP) , Nigeria

Date: 7 Sept 2026

Business: Integrated Feed & Protein

Department: MATS

Business Information - Animal Feed & Protein
We’re one of the leading animal feed and day-old chick producers in Nigeria. We operate one of Nigeria's largest poultry feed mills and day-old-chick facilities in Kaduna State, and in Kwara state. Our aqua feed plant in Nigeria is the first in Sub-Saharan Africa, along with a poultry feed mill. Both these facilities are helping serve Nigeria’s expanding poultry and aquaculture sectors.
To strengthen and expand our animal feed and protein capabilities in West Africa, while generating synergies with its wheat milling business in Senegal we recently acquired Avisen SARL a major suppliers of feed, with its facility located in Rufisque producing over 100,000 metric tons (MT) of feed annually.

For more information please visit: Animal Feed | Bulk Chicken Feed & Fish Feed| Olam Agri

Job Description

The Engineering Manager at Olam Agri oversees engineering for equipment reliability and process optimization. This role works with production, quality, and operations to ensure smooth manufacturing.
Responsibilities include analyzing machinery, resolving technical issues, and implementing maintenance to reduce downtime and extend equipment life. The role supports operational excellence, safety compliance, and continuous improvement.
The candidate manages preventive maintenance, repairs, and participates in equipment installation to minimize disruptions.
Olam Agri values collaboration, innovation, and accountability. The Plant Engineer fosters teamwork, supports development, and promotes a safe, sustainable environment.

Responsibilities

- Oversee and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities to maintain plant machinery and equipment in optimal condition
- Monitor operational parameters of plant utilities and equipment to ensure they meet performance benchmarks
- Troubleshoot and resolve engineering and technical issues promptly to minimize impact on production
- Support and contribute to the installation, commissioning, and optimization of plant machinery and systems
- Promote and enforce adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and engineering best practices throughout plant operations
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including production, maintenance, and quality control to drive improvements in plant productivity and reliability

Experience

- Require 12 to 15 years of professional experience in plant engineering, maintenance, or manufacturing roles.
- Prefer prior experience in Animal Feed industry, FMCG, food processing, or industrial manufacturing environments.
- Consider exposure to maintenance systems, utilities management, and overall plant operations as a significant advantage.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering Diploma holders with strong relevant experience may also be considered

Olam Agri is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.