Mechanical Engineer

Reliable Farm and Agro-Based Industry Limited - Mechanical Engineer

Location: Elele - PortHarcourt, Rivers

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Mechanical Engineer to join our operations in Elele, Rivers State.
• We are particularly interested in candidates with 3+ years of relevant experience in soybean/vegetable oil manufacturing plants, with practical knowledge of oil processing, preparation/extraction, and refining operations.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement of mechanical systems and equipment across the oil manufacturing process, including:

• Carrying out preventive, corrective, and routine maintenance of plant machinery and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshooting mechanical faults and ensuring timely repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Maintaining and servicing equipment used in soybean oil processing, preparation/extraction, and refining.
• Supporting the mechanical operations of processing equipment, pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, compressors, boilers, heat exchangers, valves, pipelines, and related plant equipment.
• Monitoring equipment performance and identifying potential mechanical failures before they affect production.
• Carrying out equipment installation, alignment, commissioning, dismantling, and repairs where required.
• Supporting maintenance activities within the oil preparation/processing and refining sections.
• Ensuring proper lubrication, inspection, servicing, and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records, equipment history, and spare-parts requirements.
• Working closely with Production, Electrical, and other technical teams to ensure smooth plant operations.
• Ensuring all mechanical maintenance activities comply with company safety and operational standards.
• Identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and plant productivity.
• Performing other mechanical engineering duties necessary for the effective operation of the oil manufacturing plant.

Requirements

• B.Sc./B.Eng./HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant professional experience in a manufacturing, agro-processing, edible-oil, or similar industrial environment.
• Practical experience in soybean/vegetable oil manufacturing is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of oil processing/preparatory and refining stages.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical equipment used in oil manufacturing and refining plants.
• Strong troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and mechanical repair skills.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns.
• Good knowledge of industrial safety and maintenance procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with production and technical teams.
• Candidates who can independently handle the mechanical maintenance requirements of an oil processing and refining plant will be highly considered.

What We Are Looking For:

• We are looking for a hands-on Mechanical Engineer, not just someone with a general engineering background.
• The ideal candidate should have practical exposure to soybean/vegetable oil production, processing, and refining equipment and be capable of diagnosing mechanical problems, carrying out repairs, supervising maintenance activities, and keeping plant equipment running efficiently.

Salary

N220,000 - N250,000 monthly, depending on experience and technical competence.

Application Closing Date

20th October, 2026.