About this role
Facilities Manager
- The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products' quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
- The Group's activities encompass:
Cement - Manufacturing / Importing Sugar - Manufacturing ...
Facilities Manager
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
- Experience 7 years
- Location Lagos
- Job Field Administration / Facilities
Location: Plant Site, Ibeju-Lekki - Lagos
Department: HAM Administration
Reports To: Head of Administration
Direct Reports: Facilities Supervisors, Housekeeping Supervisor, Technicians, Cleaners, Groundskeepers
Job Purpose
- To ensure the plant's utilities, grounds and support services are safe, clean, compliant and fully operational.
- The role also manages housekeeping standards and all facilities-related vendors, including statutory engagement with the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA).
Key Responsibilities
Housekeeping:
- Set, monitor and enforce cleanliness and hygiene standards across the plant, offices, canteen, restrooms and common areas.
- Prepare cleaning schedules, checklists and inspection routines.
- Manage the housekeeping team's rosters, supplies and equipment.
- Conduct regular inspections and ensure corrective action is taken promptly.
- Oversee pest control and fumigation programmes.
Waste Management and LAWMA Liaison:
- Ensure proper segregation, collection, storage and disposal of general and industrial waste.
- Serve as the primary contact with LAWMA and its accredited waste contractors.
- Maintain valid registrations, permits, waste manifests and payment records.
- Schedule waste collections to prevent overflow and site contamination.
- Ensure compliance with Lagos State environmental regulations and the plant's EHS policies.
- Support audits and inspections by LAWMA, LASEPA and other regulatory bodies.
Vendor Management:
- Identify, evaluate and onboard facilities service providers (cleaning, security, catering, transport, maintenance, pest control, waste).
- Negotiate contracts and service level agreements (SLAs).
- Monitor vendor performance using KPIs and conduct periodic reviews.
- Verify and approve vendor invoices before payment.
- Ensure vendors comply with HSE requirements, insurance and statutory obligations.
Health, Safety and Compliance:
- Enforce safe working practices in all facilities activities.
- Ensure fire safety equipment, emergency exits and evacuation plans are maintained and tested.
- Investigate facilities-related incidents and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain compliance with applicable regulations and permits.
Reporting and Team Leadership:
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Submit weekly and monthly facilities, housekeeping and vendor performance reports.
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Supervise, train and appraise facilities staff.
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Handle staff and vendor disputes and escalate issues where necessary.
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Qualifications and Experience
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B.Sc./HND in Facilities Management, Engineering, Estate Management, Environmental Management or a related field.
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7+ years' facilities management experience, at least 3 in a supervisory or managerial role (manufacturing or plant environment preferred).
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Professional certifications are an advantage (e.g., NEBOSH/IOSH, IFMA/BIFM, PMP).
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of plant maintenance, utilities, and housekeeping standards.
- Experience dealing with LAWMA, LASEPA and other Lagos State regulators.
- Contract negotiation and vendor performance management.
- Budgeting and cost control.
- Leadership, communication and problem-solving.
- Proficiency in MS Office and facilities software.
Working Conditions:
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Based at the plant, with regular site walks and inspections.
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May be required to respond to emergencies outside normal working hours.
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