10 Power Plant jobs in Nigeria

Lagos Full Time

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• Experience Level : Senior level
• Experience Length : 5 years

Dangote Cement Plc Job Purpose

To maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot process instrumentation, control systems, and automation equipment in the refinery and power plant areas to ensure optimum plant performance, product quality, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Calibrate and maintain field instruments: pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters.
• Maintain analyzers (oxygen, hydrocarbon, pH, conductivity, etc.) and control valves (pneumatic/electric).
• Perform loop checks and commissioning of instruments and DCS/PLC systems.
• Troubleshoot control systems in gas turbine and boiler operations (fuel control, speed, load, temperature).
• Maintain distributed control systems (DCS), PLCs, and fieldbus networks (Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet).
• Support calibration of vibration sensors, speed probes, and thermocouples on turbine units.
• Work with electrical and mechanical teams during plant shutdowns and startups.
• Ensure correct configuration and data logging in control systems for process optimization.
• Comply with refinery safety, hot work, and isolation procedures.
• Maintain calibration records, loop drawings, and maintenance logs.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in process instrumentation and control systems (Honeywell, Siemens, ABB, or Emerson).
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, and control logic.
• Knowledge of gas turbine instrumentation and combustion control systems.
• Understanding of HART, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, and smart instrument diagnostics.
• Strong analytical and fault-finding ability in automation systems.

Qualifications

• Trade Test 1/ National Diploma in Instrumentation, Electronics, or Control Engineering.
• 5–10 years' experience in a refinery, petrochemical, or power generation environment.
• OEM or vendor-specific training in DCS/PLC systems preferred.

Common Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Responsibilities

• Strictly adhere to refinery HSE standards and permit-to-work systems.
• Participate in job safety analysis (JSA), toolbox talks, and incident reporting.
• Ensure use of appropriate PPE during maintenance work.
• Support continuous improvement in reliability and energy efficiency programs.

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Dangote Industries Limited Job Summary

The Power Plant Operations Manager at Dangote Cement Plc is responsible for assisting the Sectional Head (Operation) & supervising the general shift activities of Power Plant to ensure optimal performance and adherence to safety standard.

Key Duties and Responsiilities

• Manage the General shift activities for Power plant performance & Safety.
• Organize & Control Schedule Testing of firefighting system & Document Updating.
• Organizing in-house training program for implementation of standard operating procedure.
• Support Operations Section Head to Prepare SOP for critical activities and training to the field staff in house training program to improve skill.
• Ensure housekeeping and controlling the power plant area cleaning activities
• Power plant production data posting to SAP without error.
• Ensure healthiness of equipment & updating pending job list for job planning.
• Support shift staff for Proper Handling of emergencies in assigned area during emergency.
• Prepare and maintain power plant production reports and records
• Manage housekeeping, general shift operations, Safety and environment related activities.
  In-house training implementation, SOP preparation and training to the field staff for efficient and uninterrupted operation avoiding stoppage/tripping of the equipment.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree /Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/ Electrical Engineering/ Chemical Engineering with, or its equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• A minimum of Fifteen (15) years of plant relevant work experience in Gas based power plant operations.
• In-depth understanding of power plant systems and interactions among systems
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good networking and teaming skills.
• Good data gathering and analysis skills.
• Baseline problem analysis and solving skills.
• Creativity and an ability to think out of the box.
• Proficiency in the use of office productivity tools
  Knowledge of SAP production report preparation.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
  Training & Development

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Lagos Full Time

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• Minimum Qualification :
• Experience Level : Senior level
• Experience Length : 5 years

Dangote Cement Plc

Mechanical Technician

Job Purpose

To perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance of all rotating and static mechanical equipment in the refinery and associated power generation units (boilers, gas turbines, compressors, pumps, heat exchangers, etc.) to ensure continuous, safe, and reliable plant operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, overhaul, and alignment of rotating machinery such as pumps, compressors, turbines, blowers, and gearboxes.
• Perform installation and maintenance of piping systems, valves, pressure vessels, and mechanical seals.
• Execute preventive maintenance as per CMMS schedules
• Assist to diagnose mechanical faults using vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis data.
• Conduct maintenance on gas turbine auxiliary systems (lube oil, hydraulic, fuel, and cooling systems).
• Assist in overhauls of gas turbines, combustion chambers, and steam turbines.
• Support maintenance of boilers, condensers, and heat recovery steam generators (HRSG).
• Fabricate and repair mechanical components, ensuring alignment and tolerance checks.
• Participate in shutdown planning, execution, and commissioning of equipment.
• Ensure adherence to refinery safety and permit-to-work (PTW) procedures.
• Maintain records of maintenance jobs, parts used, and inspection findings.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment maintenance and alignment techniques.
• Familiarity with gas turbine/thermal power plant mechanical systems
• Understanding of mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and isometrics.
• Ability to use laser alignment, torque wrenches, dial gauges, and vibration analyzers.
• Knowledge of lubrication systems and reliability maintenance practices.

Qualifications

• Trade Test 1/ National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5–10 years of maintenance experience in a refinery, petrochemical, or power generation plant.
• Certification in Turbine Maintenance, API 610/617 Equipment, or similar is an advantage.

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Lagos Full Time

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• Experience Level : Senior level
• Experience Length : 5 years

Dangote Cement Plc

Power Plant Electrical Technicians

Job Purpose:Responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all electrical systems and equipment in the refinery and power generation areas to ensure uninterrupted power supply and safe operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot low, medium, and high-voltage electrical systems (415 V, 6.6 kV, 11 kV).
• Perform routine maintenance of switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, and generators.
• Support power generation and distribution for gas turbine and HRSG systems.
• Inspect and maintain excitation systems, battery banks, UPS, and protective relays.
• Diagnose faults using multimeters, insulation testers, and relay testing equipment.
• Maintain motor control circuits for pumps, fans, conveyors, and process units.
• Assist in installation of new electrical panels, cable terminations, and earthing systems.
• Carry out calibration and testing of protection relays and synchronization panels.
• Ensure compliance with refinery electrical safety codes (LOTO, PTW).
• Maintain documentation of all electrical maintenance work.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of electrical distribution in refinery or power plant environments.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills on motor control and turbine generator systems.
• Familiarity with SCADA/DCS-integrated electrical control systems.
• Ability to interpret single-line diagrams, control schematics, and loop drawings.
• Understanding of safety practices in hazardous/explosive areas (ATEX/IECEx).

Qualifications

• Trade Test 1/ National Diploma in Electrical or Power Engineering.
• 5–10 years of hands-on experience in refinery, thermal, or gas turbine power plants.
• Certification in Electrical Safety, HV Switching, or OEM turbine systems is desirable.

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Job Title: Power Plant Construction General Manager

Location: Tete, Mozambique (Africa)

Salary: USD 3,000 – 4,000 per month

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Power Plant Construction General

Manager to oversee all phases of a new power plant construction and commissioning

project. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with a strong track record of managing

large-scale, complex industrial projects from inception to completion. This role requires

exceptional project management abilities, deep technical expertise in power generation

infrastructure, and the leadership skills to drive multi-disciplinary teams in a challenging

environment. The General Manager will ensure that all project objectives are achieved—on

time, within budget, and in compliance with the highest safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

 Project Leadership: Direct all phases of the power plant construction project

including planning, design, procurement, execution, and close-out.

Budget & Schedule Management: Develop, monitor, and control the project budget

and timeline. Identify risks and implement corrective actions to achieve targets.

eam Management: Lead, mentor, and supervise project managers, engineers,

contractors, and site personnel while fostering a culture of collaboration,

accountability, and safety.

takeholder Relations: Act as the primary contact for clients, government

authorities, local communities, and subcontractors to maintain strong working

relationships.

uality & Safety: Implement strict quality control measures and enforce adherence

to local regulations and international safety best practices.

ontract Management: Oversee contracts, negotiations, and compliance. Ensure

vendor and subcontractor performance meets project requirements.

isk Management: Anticipate project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and

resolve issues proactively.

eporting: Deliver regular project updates on progress, budget, schedule, and key

metrics to senior management and stakeholders.

Qualifications

achelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) or related field.

Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or Project Management

preferred.

0–15 years of progressive experience in large-scale construction project

management, including at least 5 years in a leadership role within power plant,

energy, or heavy industrial projects.

 ensive knowledge of large-capacity power plants (350 MW and above),

including thermal, solar, wind, or hydroelectric systems.

trong technical expertise in:

o Boiler operations, steam turbines, and generators

o Control systems and instrumentation

o Electrical transmission and distribution systems

o Fuel handling and ash disposal (for thermal plants)

o Water treatment and cooling systems

o Environmental control systems (scrubbers, precipitators, etc.)

Additional Requirements

xperience working in international or remote locations is preferred.

MP or equivalent professional certification is an advantage.

roficiency in English (both written and spoken) is required; knowledge of Portuguese or other regional languages is an asset.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦5,000, ₦6,000,000.00 per month

Junaid Synergy Limited, a leading power backup and generation service provider specializing in Captive and Embedded power solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Power Plant Intern

Job Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Power Plant Intern will assist to operate and maintain equipment used to generate electrical power.
• Assist the plant operators in operating power plant equipment and machinery to produce enough electrical power to meet demand; regulates flow of power between generating stations and substations.
• Assist in monitoring plants, meter and gauges and control board to verify operational parameters and electricity flow to meet standard protocols.
• Assist in maintaining draft document relating to equipment, data, and general operating instructions and schedules.
• Monitors machinery indicators to identify any existing malfunctions and initiate repair procedure when necessary.
• Adhere to safety protocol and policy to ensure proper use of equipment.
• Clean, lubricates, maintain parts and equipment to prevent failure and degradation.
• Maintain, supervise and regulate transmission load, frequencies and line voltages.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• HND or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• 0 - 1 years f working as a Plant Operator Intern.
• Excellent mathematical skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to maintain logs and reports
• Ability to work rotating shifts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: using the Job Position as the subject of the email.

* Position: Lead Operations - Combined Cycle Power Plant (3000MW)

* Overview :

This position will be responsible for Planning, overseeing installation, pre-commissioning and Commissioning of 3000 mw Gas Based Combined Cycle Captive Power plant.

Candidate should have enough experience specifically operation and commissioning of power island equipment and Balance of Plant and held such position for at least one project of COMBINED CYCLE POWER PLANT with F or E class Machine model and successfully completed.

Candidate shall take lead for team of engineers (Civil, Mech, Elec, C&I, Planning) in every day to day project execution functions to ensure the project deliverables on time.

Project Engineering Management, Project Management & Construction Management of the Project with respect to Cost, Quality & Schedule,

• Finalize Project Procedures & Responsibility Matrix,
• Providing Engineering judgements & decisions timely & efficiently,
• Candidate shall be familiar with selection of plant equipment Parameters, Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) / Schemes / Flow Diagrams, Layouts and Plot Plan, design memorandum / concept notes, technical specification.
• Should also have knowledge on Electrical systems and C&I logics as implemented in CCPP projects.
• Should be familiar to all Plant Interlock and Protection system for safe and reliability of plant.
• Overall responsibility for plant starts up and shut down operation.
• Review Engineering of supplier generated documents / Contractors / Vendors / Suppliers' submittals which includes Drawings / Documents / Data sheets / Quality Assurance Plans / Field quality plans / PQR & WPS, Invoicing & Billing Break Ups approval,
• Co-ordination with Client, Consultant, vendor, sub vendor, contractor and sub - contractors
• Technical support to site related / inspection related issues, Closing of Punch Points
• Selection of EPC contractors, Original Equipment Manufacturers, Sub vendors & Subcontract , Engineering Consultants & Project Management Consultants
• Should be familiar to PTW works adopted in CCPP. Familiar to all isolation and shut down procedures.
• Division of Responsibilities (DOR) finalization between various partnering companies
• Finalization of Project procedures between Engineering Consultant, Vendor, Sub Vendors, Customer, Inspection Agency, Site Erection Team, Site Commissioning Team etc.
• Managing Detail commissioning documents and procedures and generate turnover protocols for each stage of project execution.
• Should coordinate with TFAs of OEM equipment in field from installation to commissioning of plant.
• Should be familiar to ASME and PG test codes applied in Power plant.
• Hazardous area classification & Conducting HAZOP study
• Maintaining RFQ to ordering to Commissioning status for packages as per schedule
• Planning and forecasting the spares inventory and LTSA agreement with Gas Turbine vendor.
• 3D modelling for the complete plant including balance of plant systems and packages
• Solving Engineering related issues between Engineering team and Site team
• Negotiation with Engineering Consultants and Equipment suppliers for additional cost implications
• Technical support for site execution and construction works.

Qualifications: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with overall minimum 20 yrs experience exclusively in Gas based combined cycle power plants.

* Position: Lead Operations /Plant Manager- Combined Cycle Power Plant (3000MW)

* Overview :

This position Plant Manager will be responsible for Planning, overseeing installation, pre-commissioning and Commissioning of 3000 mw Gas Based Combined Cycle Captive Power plant.

Candidate should have enough experience specifically operation and commissioning of power island equipment and Balance of Plant and held such position for at least one project of COMBINED CYCLE POWER PLANT with F or E class Machine model and successfully completed.

Candidate shall take lead for team of engineers (Civil, Mech, Elec, C&I, Planning) in every day to day project execution functions to ensure the project deliverables on time.

Project Engineering Management, Project Management & Construction Management of the Project with respect to Cost, Quality & Schedule,

• Finalize Project Procedures & Responsibility Matrix,
• Providing Engineering judgements & decisions timely & efficiently,
• Candidate shall be familiar with selection of plant equipment Parameters, Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) / Schemes / Flow Diagrams, Layouts and Plot Plan, design memorandum / concept notes, technical specification.
• Should also have knowledge on Electrical systems and C&I logics as implemented in CCPP projects.
• Should be familiar to all Plant Interlock and Protection system for safe and reliability of plant.
• Overall responsibility for plant start up and shut down operation.
• Review Engineering of supplier generated documents / Contractors / Vendors / Suppliers submittals which includes Drawings / Documents / Data sheets / Quality Assurance Plans / Field quality plans / PQR & WPS, Invoicing & Billing Break Ups approval,
• Co-ordination with Client, Consultant, vendor, sub vendor, contractor and sub - contractors
• Technical support to site related / inspection related issues, Closing of Punch Points
• Selection of EPC contractors, Original Equipment Manufacturers, Sub vendors & Sub contractors, Engineering Consultants & Project Management Consultants
• Should be familiar to PTW works adopted in CCPP. Familiar to all isolation and shut down procedures.
• Division of Responsibilities (DOR) finalization between various partnering companies
• Finalization of Project procedures between Engineering Consultant, Vendor, Sub Vendors, Customer, Inspection Agency, Site Erection Team, Site Commissioning Team etc.
• Managing Detail commissioning documents and procedures and generate turnover protocols for each stage of project execution.
• Should coordinate with TFAs of OEM equipment in field from installation to commissioning of plant.
• Should be familiar to ASME and PG test codes applied in Power plant.
• Hazardous area classification & Conducting HAZOP study
• Maintaining RFQ to ordering to Commissioning status for packages as per schedule
• Planning and Forecasting the spares inventory and LTSA agreement with Gas Turbine vendor.
• 3D modelling for the complete plant including balance of plant systems and packages
• Solving Engineering related issues between Engineering team and Site team
• Negotiation with Engineering Consultants and Equipment suppliers for additional cost implications
• Technical support for site execution and construction works.

Qualifications: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with overall minimum 20 yrs experience exclusively in Gas based combined cycle power plants.

* Position: Shift Incharge- BOP/Lead Operations - Combined Cycle Power Plant (3000MW)

* Overview :

This position will be responsible for Planning, overseeing installation, pre-commissioning and Commissioning of 3000 mw Gas Based Combined Cycle Captive Power plant.

Candidate should have enough experience specifically operation and commissioning of power island equipment and Balance of Plant and held such position for at least one project of COMBINED CYCLE POWER PLANT with F or E class Machine model and successfully completed.

Candidate shall take lead for team of engineers (Civil, Mech, Elec, C&I, Planning) in every day to day project execution functions to ensure the project deliverables on time.

Project Engineering Management, Project Management & Construction Management of the Project with respect to Cost, Quality & Schedule,

• Finalize Project Procedures & Responsibility Matrix,
• Providing Engineering judgements & decisions timely & efficiently,
• Candidate shall be familiar with selection of plant equipment Parameters, Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) / Schemes / Flow Diagrams, Layouts and Plot Plan, design memorandum / concept notes, technical specification.
• Should also have knowledge on Electrical systems and C&I logics as implemented in CCPP projects.
• Should be familiar to all Plant Interlock and Protection system for safe and reliability of plant.
• Overall responsibility for plant starts up and shut down operation.
• Review Engineering of supplier generated documents / Contractors / Vendors / Suppliers' submittals which includes Drawings / Documents / Data sheets / Quality Assurance Plans / Field quality plans / PQR & WPS, Invoicing & Billing Break Ups approval,
• Co-ordination with Client, Consultant, vendor, sub vendor, contractor and sub - contractors
• Technical support to site related / inspection related issues, Closing of Punch Points
• Selection of EPC contractors, Original Equipment Manufacturers, Sub vendors & Subcontract , Engineering Consultants & Project Management Consultants
• Should be familiar to PTW works adopted in CCPP. Familiar to all isolation and shut down procedures.
• Division of Responsibilities (DOR) finalization between various partnering companies
• Finalization of Project procedures between Engineering Consultant, Vendor, Sub Vendors, Customer, Inspection Agency, Site Erection Team, Site Commissioning Team etc.
• Managing Detail commissioning documents and procedures and generate turnover protocols for each stage of project execution.
• Should coordinate with TFAs of OEM equipment in field from installation to commissioning of plant.
• Should be familiar to ASME and PG test codes applied in Power plant.
• Hazardous area classification & Conducting HAZOP study
• Maintaining RFQ to ordering to Commissioning status for packages as per schedule
• Planning and forecasting the spares inventory and LTSA agreement with Gas Turbine vendor.
• 3D modelling for the complete plant including balance of plant systems and packages
• Solving Engineering related issues between Engineering team and Site team
• Negotiation with Engineering Consultants and Equipment suppliers for additional cost implications
• Technical support for site execution and construction works.

Qualifications: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with overall minimum 20 yrs experience exclusively in Gas based combined cycle power plants.