Head of Engineering

Lagos, LA, ng February 25, 2026 Full Time

We are urgently looking for an experienced Head of Engineering with a strong background in biscuit manufacturing to lead the engineering function of the Sagamu factory.
The position is based in Lagos / Sagamu area for a minimum duration of 12 months.

The Head of Engineering will be responsible for taking over and structuring the engineering activities of the site, ensuring equipment reliability, production efficiency, and compliance with safety and quality standards

Key Responsibilities

Take full ownership of the engineering and maintenance operations of the biscuit manufacturing plant
Lead, organize, and supervise a multicultural technical team composed of:
- 4 Indian technicians
- 15 Nigerian technicians
Ensure optimal availability and performance of the 8 production lines (biscuit and snack lines)
Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for all equipment and utilities
Support production teams in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
Manage engineering improvements, upgrades, and minor CAPEX projects
Ensure compliance with HSE standards, food safety requirements, and company procedures
Develop local team competencies through coaching and on-the-job training
Coordinate with production, quality, and management teams to improve overall plant efficiency
Report on engineering KPIs, downtime, maintenance costs, and improvement actions

Proven experience as Head of Engineering / Engineering Manager in a biscuit or bakery manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of biscuit production lines, including ovens, mixers, forming, cooling, and packaging equipment
Solid experience managing large-scale industrial plants
Strong leadership skills with experience managing multicultural technical teams
Hands-on, pragmatic, and solution-oriented mindset
Ability to work in an emerging-market industrial environment
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Location: Lagos / Sagamu, Ogun State – Nigeria
Duration: Minimum 12 months
Start date: As soon as possible