Maintenance Manager

Amo Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited has a Vision to be the market leader in the Day Old Chicks market; through exceptional quality products and services that will guarantee profitable poultry farming.

The Company produces high-quality Day-Old Chicks and Point of Cage Pullets. Over the years, we have remained focused on our main objective to produce high quality chicks, in a highly hygienic environment leveraging innovative solutions grounded in Research and Development.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title Maintenance Manager

Location

Awe, Oyo

Employment Type Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficient operation of all machinery, equipment, utilities, buildings, and technical infrastructure across the farm.
• The role will lead preventive and corrective maintenance activities, minimise equipment downtime, and ensure maintenance standards are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans for farm equipment, machinery, facilities, and utilities.
• Lead the maintenance team and allocate daily maintenance activities based on operational priorities.
• Monitor the performance and condition of critical production equipment and infrastructure.
• Ensure timely identification and resolution of equipment breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment, maintenance activities, breakdowns, repairs, and spare parts.
• Develop and monitor maintenance schedules for generators, electrical systems, pumps, HVAC systems, water systems, production equipment, and other critical assets.
• Ensure all machinery and equipment are operated and maintained in accordance with manufacturer and company standards.
• Manage maintenance-related contractors, technicians, and service providers.
• Monitor the availability and appropriate use of critical spare parts, tools, and maintenance materials.
• Investigate recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.
• Prepare maintenance budgets and monitor expenditure to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and safe maintenance practices.
• Support the installation, commissioning, and upgrading of new equipment and facilities.
• Prepare regular maintenance performance reports for management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment efficiency, reliability, and operational costs.

Requirements

• B.Sc./HND in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.

• 8 years’ experience in maintenance management, preferably within poultry, agriculture, manufacturing, food processing, or a similar industrial environment.

• Strong experience in preventive and corrective maintenance of industrial equipment and utilities.

• Good knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and facility maintenance systems.

• Experience managing maintenance teams, contractors, and service providers.

• Strong knowledge of HSE requirements and maintenance best practices.

• Good analytical, troubleshooting, planning, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance reporting systems.

• Ability to work in a demanding farm/industrial environment and respond to equipment emergencies when required.

• Key Competencies

• Maintenance Planning & Management

• Equipment Troubleshooting

• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

• Team Leadership

• Cost & Budget Management

• Root Cause Analysis

• Project Management

• Safety & Compliance

• Problem Solving

• Continuous Improvement

Application Closing Date

15th November, 2026.