General Manager, Production

About this role

The role is for a General Manager of Production at Dangote Cement Plc in Lagos. The position focuses on maintaining optimal plant capacity, overseeing the production of clinker and cement, and ensuring targets are met within quality, time, and budget constraints. The employer is Dangote Industries Limited, with operations centred on cement production in Lagos. The role involves leading the production team, coordinating maintenance shutdowns, and contributing to production strategy and budgeting.

What you would do

• Oversee cement kiln lining repairs, raw and cement mill operations, and cement packaging systems.
• Coordinate planned production line shutdowns with Maintenance for maintenance needs.
• Stay updated on cement production developments and suggest improvements to senior leadership.
• Provide direction and communicate unit objectives to staff.
• Manage the production team to meet daily targets within quality, budget, and time.
• Offer leadership and strategic direction to the Production team.
• Contribute to development and articulation of a production strategy for the company.
• Oversee implementation of the approved production plan to meet targets.
• Create and manage production, capacity, and materials plans in line with strategic goals.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant work experience, including at least 5 years in a management role.
• Strong knowledge of the cement industry, including local and international trends and challenges.
• Good supervisory, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Strong relationship management, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

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