Operations

Facilities Manager

Dangote·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Contract
OperationsFull TimeContract
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Location: Plant Site, Ibeju-Lekki - Lagos

Department: HAM Administration

Reports To: Head of Administration

Direct Reports: Facilities Supervisors, Housekeeping Supervisor, Technicians, Cleaners, Groundskeepers

Job Purpose

  • To ensure the plant's utilities, grounds and support services are safe, clean, compliant and fully operational.
  • The role also manages housekeeping standards and all facilities-related vendors, including statutory engagement with the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA).

Key Responsibilities

Housekeeping:

  • Set, monitor and enforce cleanliness and hygiene standards across the plant, offices, canteen, restrooms and common areas.
  • Prepare cleaning schedules, checklists and inspection routines.
  • Manage the housekeeping team's rosters, supplies and equipment.
  • Conduct regular inspections and ensure corrective action is taken promptly.
  • Oversee pest control and fumigation programmes.

Waste Management and LAWMA Liaison:

  • Ensure proper segregation, collection, storage and disposal of general and industrial waste.
  • Serve as the primary contact with LAWMA and its accredited waste contractors.
  • Maintain valid registrations, permits, waste manifests and payment records.
  • Schedule waste collections to prevent overflow and site contamination.
  • Ensure compliance with Lagos State environmental regulations and the plant's EHS policies.
  • Support audits and inspections by LAWMA, LASEPA and other regulatory bodies.

Vendor Management:

  • Identify, evaluate and onboard facilities service providers (cleaning, security, catering, transport, maintenance, pest control, waste).
  • Negotiate contracts and service level agreements (SLAs).
  • Monitor vendor performance using KPIs and conduct periodic reviews.
  • Verify and approve vendor invoices before payment.
  • Ensure vendors comply with HSE requirements, insurance and statutory obligations.

Health, Safety and Compliance:

  • Enforce safe working practices in all facilities activities.
  • Ensure fire safety equipment, emergency exits and evacuation plans are maintained and tested.
  • Investigate facilities-related incidents and implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain compliance with applicable regulations and permits.

Reporting and Team Leadership:

  • Submit weekly and monthly facilities, housekeeping and vendor performance reports.
  • Supervise, train and appraise facilities staff.
  • Handle staff and vendor disputes and escalate issues where necessary.

Qualifications and Experience

  • B.Sc./HND in Facilities Management, Engineering, Estate Management, Environmental Management or a related field.
  • 7+ years' facilities management experience, at least 3 in a supervisory or managerial role (manufacturing or plant environment preferred).
  • Professional certifications are an advantage (e.g., NEBOSH/IOSH, IFMA/BIFM, PMP).

Skills and Competencies:

  • Strong knowledge of plant maintenance, utilities, and housekeeping standards.
  • Experience dealing with LAWMA, LASEPA and other Lagos State regulators.
  • Contract negotiation and vendor performance management.
  • Budgeting and cost control.
  • Leadership, communication and problem-solving.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and facilities software.

Working Conditions:

  • Based at the plant, with regular site walks and inspections.
  • May be required to respond to emergencies outside normal working hours.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDProfessional Certificate
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At a glance

Company

Dangote

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

October 7, 2026

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