Head, Production

About the role

Dangote Industries Limited is looking for a Head, Production to oversee and coordinate the efficient production of high-quality clinker and cement at its plant, keeping production running at optimal capacity at all times. The role is based at the Head Office in Lagos.

Key responsibilities

• Take part in developing and articulating a production strategy for Dangote Cement Plc.
• Create and manage the plant's production, capacity and materials requirement plan, and oversee its implementation so targets are met.
• Ensure production follows agreed procedures and guidelines, and prepare annual production budgets based on market conditions.
• Coordinate the production team to meet daily targets within quality, budget and time limits.
• Liaise with Maintenance to schedule planned line shutdowns and oversee kiln lining repairs, raw and cement mill operations and the cement packaging system.
• Stay up to date with developments in cement production and recommend improvements to the Deputy Plant Director (Operations & Maintenance).
• Lead the Production team, prepare production reports for leadership and perform other duties assigned by the Plant Director.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• At least 20 years of relevant work experience, of which 10 years in a management position.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of the cement industry, local and international, including trends, opportunities, regulations and legislation.
• Strong relationship management, communication, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good supervisory, coaching and mentoring skills.