Heavy Equipment Supervisor

About the role

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture is seeking a Heavy Equipment Supervisor to oversee maintenance and operation of heavy and earth‑moving equipment at its Ibadan headquarters.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate with the heavy equipment superintendent to schedule preventive maintenance and safety inspections for equipment and trucks.
• Conduct regular inspections, diagnose mechanical defects, and repair diesel and petrol‑powered earth‑moving equipment, trucks, generators and tractors to minimise downtime.
• Perform spot checks to ensure optimal performance and availability of equipment before use.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment status, spare parts inventory and repair activities.
• Supervise subordinate staff, monitor their operational activities and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Required profile

• HND or B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum four years of experience in heavy equipment operations, maintenance or supervision within a structured environment.
• Strong teamwork, leadership and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in English, both oral and written.

Required skills

• Heavy equipment maintenance
• Preventive maintenance scheduling
• Mechanical diagnostics and repair
• Equipment inspection

What we offer

• Highly competitive salary with attractive benefits.
• Excellent working conditions on a pleasant campus environment.