Pulpit Operator

African Industries Group (AIG) is a diversified global conglomerate with a legacy of 52 years of business excellence and sustainable growth. It is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. It has been contributing to Nigeria’s socio-economic growth and industrial development and is equally committed towards the nurturing and development of the local community.

AIG owes its success to the core philosophy of ‘Building the Future Together’. Its business strategy is inclusive, sustainable, and not only benefits stakeholders but also positively impacts the environment and society. It has been predominantly a manufacturing company, with operational excellence benchmarked to global standards. The group has around 35 state of the art manufacturing plants and facilities located in various locations across Nigeria, creating employment opportunities. Its investment and expansion in manufacturing with the latest functional technology provides long term employment to thousands of Nigerians, for people from across the globe. It also creates ancillary employment for many more.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Pulpit Operator

Location: Odongunyan, Ikorodu, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production lines from the pulpit / control room.
• Monitor critical process parameters, including speed, temperature, pressure, current, and water flow.
• Operate PLC/HMI/SCADA systems, control panels, and other production control systems.
• Ensure production processes meet required quality standards and targets.
• Identify abnormal operating conditions, respond to alarms, and report equipment faults promptly.
• Coordinate with field operators, maintenance, electrical, and mechanical teams to minimize downtime.
• Ensure safe equipment start-up, shutdown, and emergency-stop operations.
• Maintain accurate production records and provide proper shift handovers.
• Comply with all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures.

Requirements

• Relevant technical qualification in Engineering or a related field.
• Previous experience as a Pulpit Operator or in a similar production control role, preferably in a steel plant or rolling mill.
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, particularly PLC / HMI / SCADA.
• Good understanding of steel production processes and equipment operations.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work shifts as required.

Application Closing Date

19th October, 2026.