Operations

Process Aide

HBM Nigeria Plc (Formerly Lafarge Africa Plc)·Sagamu, Ogun, Nigeria·Full Time·Contract
Operationsentry-levelFull TimeContract
-Closes 11 Jan 2027

HBM Nigeria Plc, formerly known as Lafarge Africa Plc, is a leading Nigerian building solutions company and a member of the Huaxin Building Materials Group, a globally recognized manufacturer of construction materials founded in 1907 and headquartered in Wuhan, China. Listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), HBM Nigeria Plc is actively participating in the urbanisation and economic growth of Nigeria, the largest economy in Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Process Aide

Location: Sagamu, Ogun

About the Job

Patroller objective is to through a complete working knowledge of the manufacturing equipment and process, serve as the production inspector for the operation.

Participate in planned shutdown and running maintenance of all plants safely and efficiently. Starts up equipment, troubleshoots problems and takes corrective actions to maximize the efficient operation of the plant.

Patroller is responsible for the smooth operation and general housekeeping of all production shops.

What you'll be doing

Performs all tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

Carry out equipment energy isolation according to LOTOTO procedure

Performs field checks and troubleshoot all aspects of raw mill, kiln and finish mill systems in compliance with Company quality standards and requirements.

Conduct running and shutdown inspection of all equipment for defects, drift and report such problems to the CCRO for attention and action.

Write shift report and complete patroller inspection checklist to indicate solved problems and outstanding issues on the plant.

Monitors equipment operation and solves problems throughout the plant as required including process drift, preheated blockage e.t.c

Performs first level maintenance activities throughout the plant as required in order to maximize equipment operation and minimize equipment downtime.

Coordinates activities of mobile plant operators and other contracted services to assure adequate supply of process-related materials as required.

Operates the individual equipment on test mode when such equipment is on maintenance.

Assist CCRO in the operation of key equipment in local mode.

Assists CCRO in the management of off-spec products.

Carry out diaphragm slots cleaning for finish mills on maintenance days.

Carry out ball mill media loading according to the process engineer’s recommendations.

Carry out test drilling of refractory lining and submit report to the CCRO for analysis.

Ensures smooth operation of plant air compressors and pneumatic conveyance systems.

Maintains good housekeeping standards in the plant.

Attends and contribute to safety toolbox meeting at the beginning of every shift and offer suggestions on safe work methods.

Implement HBM Nigeria's Safety Rules and Regulation in accordance with the Group HSE Standards and Advisories.

Monitors the operations and optimizes all aspects of raw mills, kiln system in compliance with the Company Quality Standards and Requirements.

Supervise the activities of the Contractors and HBM's Third Party Operators through proper implementation of Lafarge Contractor Safety Management Standards (CSM)

Monitor production activities to comply with Group Environmental Standards and maintain good housekeeping at all time.

Monitor the loading and off-loading of alternative fuel or other solid fuel in the plant

Participate in Plant Turn - Around Maintenance, Root Cause Analysis and other Company Best Practices, Test drilling, Wrecking and Brick Laying Processes.

Contribute to maintaining equipment’s in good working condition through effective first level inspection and regularly monitoring of the equipment.

Inspect the equipment before and after usage in order to analyze the problem, and liaise with the Maintenance Department for corrective actions.

Carrying out first level inspection on all equipment and recommends steps to improve them.

Ensures Safety of Personnel and Equipment

Comply with EMS Production Instrumentation activities

Ensure involvement in the implementation and maintenance of integrated management system in the plant

Requirements

Engineering degree in Mechanical / Electrical engineering

2- 5 years postgraduate experience.

Thorough working knowledge of cement making process, related equipment, and plant layout.

Complete familiarity with all material conveyance systems and methods

Aptitude for, and demonstrate ability in, a wide variety of mechanical and electrical skills

Operates specialized equipment such as low gauge guns, power shots

Able to operate mobile equipment including Bobcat and forklift

Able to perform heavy lifting/physically demanding work for prolonged periods of time

Working knowledge of equipment operation procedure.

Able to take initiative based on sound problem solving skills

Good communication skills for use with co-workers, truck drivers, completing reports, etc.

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At a glance

Company

HBM Nigeria Plc (Formerly Lafarge Africa Plc)

Location

Sagamu, Ogun, Nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Contract

Experience

entry-level

Valid until

January 11, 2027

Created

November 11, 2026

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