Mechanical Manager

About the role

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) in Abuja is looking for a Mechanical Manager to lead the operation and maintenance of all mechanical systems within the new 500‑bed facility. This role ensures safe, reliable, and cost‑effective performance of HVAC, plumbing, medical gas and other critical systems.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and supervise preventive and corrective maintenance for HVAC, plumbing, medical gas and related mechanical systems.
• Oversee mechanical‑related projects such as equipment upgrades, system expansions and new construction, managing budgets, timelines and coordination with architects and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, local building codes and other safety regulations, conduct inspections and lead incident investigations.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Professional certification or membership of a recognized engineering body.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in building maintenance, facility management or healthcare engineering.
• In‑depth knowledge of mechanical systems in healthcare settings and relevant safety standards.

Required skills

• HVAC systems
• Plumbing systems
• Building automation systems (BAS)
• Computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)