Manager - Co2 Plant

Job Title

Manager - CO2 Plant

Location

Edo

Employment Type

Full-time

Reports to

Factory Manager

Organizational Level

Management

Key Relationships

Internal: Managing Director, Operations Manager, Factory Manager, HSE, QA/QC, Security Manager, Supply Chain, Chief Engineer

External: Regulatory & Standards Body (e.g. SON, NAFDAC, etc.), ICO2 Customers

Job Profile

• The CO₂ Plant Manager is responsible for the optimized carbon capture and processing from the fermentation plant and the overall management, operation, and performance of the CO₂ production facility.
• This includes overseeing production activities, safety compliance, plant maintenance, quality assurance, staff supervision, and ensuring optimal efficiency and reliability of the plant.
• The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a solid understanding of industrial gas operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Operations Management:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the CO₂ plant to ensure continuous, safe, and efficient production.
• Monitor CO₂ purification, liquefaction, storage, and filling processes.
• Optimize plant output, energy usage, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement SOPs and operational controls.

Safety, Health & Environment (SHE):

• Enforce strict adherence to HSE standards, including OSHA and local regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and transport of CO₂ and related equipment.

Maintenance & Equipment Reliability:

• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of compressors, pumps, refrigeration systems, storage tanks, piping, and filling systems.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate equipment maintenance records.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure CO₂ product meets food-grade (ISBT) quality specifications.
• Oversee laboratory testing, calibration, and quality documentation.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives.

Staff Leadership & Development:

• Supervise plant operators, technicians, and support staff.
• Conduct training, performance evaluations, and workforce planning.
• Ensure shift schedules and staffing levels meet operational requirements.

Regulatory & Compliance:

• Maintain compliance with regulatory bodies, environmental agencies, and industry standards.
• Prepare and submit required operational, environmental, and safety reports.

Inventory & Supply Chain:

• Manage CO₂ stock levels, and bulk delivery scheduling.
• Coordinate with logistics and sales teams to meet customer demand.

Budgeting & Reporting:

• Prepare plant operational budgets and control costs.
• Track KPIs, prepare performance reports, and present findings to management.

Performance Metrics

• Plant reliability and uptime.
• Plant output.
• Compliance with ISBT/Food Grade Quality.
• Cost of Production.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Advanced certifications in industrial gas operations or HSE are an added advantage.
• 7–15 years experience managing a CO2 production Facility.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong understanding of CO₂ production technologies (fermentation, combustion capture, purification, liquefaction).
• Strong leadership and team management.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of safety standards (ISO 22000, FSSC, OSHA, etc.).
• Ability to read P&IDs, technical manuals, and process flow diagrams.
• Good communication, reporting, and organizational abilities.

Key Competencies:

• Safety-first mindset
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Technical ap