Manager

Job Description : Manager Rotating Equipment Location: Lagos, Nigeria Experience Required: 20+ years Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (M.E./M.Tech is a plus) Job Purpose: Lead and oversee the complete lifecycle management of rotating equipment—including specification, design review, procurement, installation, commissioning, maintenance, performance optimization, reliability engineering, and obsolescence planning—across plant operations or capital projects. Ensure the mechanical integrity, availability, and safe operation of critical rotating machinery such as centrifugal and reciprocating compressors, steam/gas turbines, multi-stage pumps, blowers, agitators, and gear units. Apply advanced engineering principles, condition-based monitoring techniques, and failure analysis methodologies to drive continuous improvement in equipment performance and reliability. Ensure strict adherence to international standards and corporate HSE and asset integrity policies while managing OPEX and CAPEX budgets efficiently. Collaborate cross-functionally with design, process, operations, inspection, and procurement teams to support operational excellence, minimize downtime, and extend asset life in a high-risk, process-intensive environment. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Strategy: a. Lead a team of engineers and technicians responsible for rotating equipment. b. Develop long-term asset management and maintenance strategies for rotating equipment. c. Drive reliability improvement initiatives and predictive/preventive maintenance programs. Engineering & Maintenance: d. Oversee installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of rotating machinery including pumps, compressors, turbines, blowers, gearboxes, and fans. e. Ensure adherence to engineering standards (API, ASME, ISO) and regulatory requirements. f. Review and approve equipment specifications, data sheets, and technical documentation. g. Coordinate overhauls and turnarounds (shutdowns), ensuring timely execution. Projects & Modifications: h. Support project teams in selection, sizing, and procurement of rotating equipment. i. Evaluate vendor offers and support technical bid analysis. j. Review engineering drawings, P&IDs, and layout designs. Reliability & Performance: k. Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and implement corrective actions. l. Utilize CMMS (SAP/Maximo/etc.) for performance tracking and analysis. m. Monitor KPIs such as MTBF, MTTR, and equipment uptime. Cost & Compliance: n. Manage maintenance budgets, spares inventory, and vendor contracts. o. Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental policies. Mentoring & Development: p. Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians. q. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence

---

Back