Fabrication Supervisor at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

Fabrication Supervisor at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA). Please ensure you read the job requirements before applying for this position.

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Fabrication Supervisor

Ref: IITA-HR-NRS2022-005
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Recruitment Type: National (3-year renewable contract)

Duties

• Supervise and make requisitions for materials needed for different projects or jobs and prepare monthly chargeback of work done.
• Fabricate and install/fix equipment like heat exchangers, dryers and other processing equipment.
• Supervise the fabrication, machinist workshop and spare production.
• Design and construct any of the engineering projects that relate to fabrication.
• Ensure the turner machine and other tools and equipment are in good working condition.
• Perform any other job-related tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• BSc / HND in Mechanical Engineering or related field with a minimum of three (3) years of experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

• Have a good working knowledge of lathe, milling and shaping machines.
• Have the ability to read engineering drawings in detail and be computer literate.

Remuneration

• We offer a highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

Application Closing Date

11th May, 2022.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note

• Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching a detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format
• The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor and professional colleague.
• IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women.
• While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.