Job Title

Facilities officer – Technical

Job Objectives

• The Facility Officer – Technical will support the Facilities Management Department in overseeing the maintenance, reliability, and operational performance of facility infrastructure and building systems across the terminal.
• The role will coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities, supervise contractors, and ensure that facility systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with operational standards.

Organisation: Dangote Ports Operations

Department: Facility Management

Office: GDNL Terminal ‘E’ Building Apapa Port Complex, Apapa Wharf, Lagos-Nigeria.

Reports to: Head of Facility Management

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance of facility infrastructure and building systems.
• Monitor the performance and reliability of facility equipment including electrical systems, lighting infrastructure, plumbing, and utility systems.
• Supervise contractors and maintenance service providers executing facility works.
• Review maintenance reports and ensure proper closure of work orders. Conduct routine inspections of buildings, utilities, and infrastructure to identify maintenance needs and risks.
• Support planning and execution of facility upgrade and improvement projects.
• Ensure maintenance work complies with safety and operational standards.
• Support troubleshooting and technical evaluation of facility-related issues.
• Maintain records of technical maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Assist in preparing technical specifications, scope of work, and Bills of Engineering Measurement & Evaluation (BEME) for facility projects.
• Support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives within the facility infrastructure.
• Liaise with Engineering, HSE, Security, and Operations teams on infrastructure-related matters.

Competence Requirements

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and asset reliability management.
• Ability to create drawings using AutoCAD or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Ability to read technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Experience supervising contractors and maintenance service providers.
• Strong understanding of building systems including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical infrastructure.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related technical field.

Professional Qualification

• Professional certification or membership with COREN, NSE, or IFMA (International Facility Management Association) is an added advantage.

Desired Experience

• 2 – 4 years’ experience in facilities maintenance, construction, building services engineering, or infrastructure maintenance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance reporting systems.