• Application Deadline:
• Position: Maintenance Manager (Cost-Focused & Proactive)



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 - 7 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Engineering / Technical  , Oil and Gas / Energy 
  
  




• Salary Range ₦400,000 - ₦500,000/month
  
  

Job Purpose:

The Maintenance Manager will be responsible for leading and managing all maintenance activities within the facility, with a strategic focus on cost optimization, asset reliability, and operational efficiency. This role requires a proactive leader capable of anticipating maintenance needs, implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and minimizing downtime while ensuring budget discipline and continuous improvement in equipment performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage a cost-efficient maintenance strategy that emphasizes proactive, preventive, and predictive maintenance to reduce unplanned downtime and extend equipment life cycles.


• Lead and supervise the maintenance team, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.


• Plan, schedule, and prioritize maintenance activities in alignment with production requirements and business objectives.


• Monitor, control, and report on maintenance budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety, compliance, or operational effectiveness.


• Implement and manage a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track work orders, equipment history, spare parts inventory, and maintenance KPIs.


• Analyze equipment performance data and maintenance records to identify trends, root causes of recurring issues, and improvement opportunities.


• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintenance best practices.


• Oversee procurement, inventory management, and cost control of spare parts, tools, and materials.


• Lead failure investigations and corrective action initiatives to prevent recurrence.


• Ensure full compliance with company policies, HSE regulations, and statutory maintenance standards.


• Train and develop the maintenance team, promoting skills development and proactive work attitudes.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or related technical discipline.


• Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in a maintenance leadership role, preferably downstream oil & gas (Depot Management)


• Strong background in proactive maintenance systems (CMMS, Predictive Maintenance).


• Proven experience in maintenance budgeting and cost control.


• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.


• Solid understanding of HSE regulations, operational risk management, and asset reliability principles.

Preferred Competencies:

•  Certifications in maintenance management (e.g. CMRP, CRE, or equivalent) an advantage.


• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.


• Ability to foster a proactive, cost-conscious, and performance-driven team culture.