Engineeering Team Lead at Monument Distillers Nigeria Limited

Monument Distillers Nigeria Limited is a fast-rising wines and Spirit company that produces a wide range of global and local brands such as John Bannermans Scotch Whisky, 1960 Rootz Bitters, 4 Horses Bitters, Star Chaser Wine range, Leon Del Sol Wine, Kings Kestrel Range and so much more. MDN also has distribution rights to brands such as Four Cousins Wines and other ranges of spirits. The company offers a broad range of collections for all occasions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Engineeering Team Lead

Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
Employment type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are currently recruiting a highly skilled Engineering Team Lead to drive efficiency and performance across our factory operations.
• This role ensures steady utility supply, asset upkeep, and project execution, all while driving cost-efficiency and safety compliance to support seamless production.
• This role reports to the Production Executive.

Responsibilities
The candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Ensure timely and efficient execution of preventive and corrective maintenance for all plant equipment, buildings, and roads.
• Responsible for planning and executing scheduled maintenance activities, troubleshooting promptly, responding to equipment emergencies, and carrying out repairs and resolving faults.
• Ensure availability of necessary tools and equipment for efficient execution of engineering tasks.
• Identify training needs, implement development plans, and upskill team members to enhance technical and leadership capabilities.
• Conduct performance reviews, optimize team structure, and support internal communication to maintain a high-performing department.
• Drive a strong team culture by mentoring, disciplining where necessary, and maintaining a well-motivated and productive engineering workforce.
• Plan and execute yearly overhauls of production and support equipment to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
• Monitor and maintain optimal spare parts stock levels, dispose of obsolete items, and ensure adherence to procurement procedures.
• Manage and update engineering documentation (manuals, diagrams, PLC backups) and plant inventory in line with maintenance systems.
• Develop the annual engineering budget and ensure expenditure aligns with planned costs through regular monitoring.
• Enforce engineering standards and safety protocols during all technical operations and maintenance tasks.

Qualification & Experience

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc. / HND in Mechanical Engineering from a reputable institution
• Professional/postgraduate qualifications (e.g., NSE, COREN) are a plus
• Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in a manufacturing industry, with at least 3 years in a supervisory engineering role
• Proven experience in engineering management, project management, and people leadership.
• Proficiency in engineering tools (e.g., CAD), technical report writing, and continuous improvement practices.

Our ideal candidate must have:

• Strong Technical Expertise
• IT Proficiency
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Project Management
• Decision-Making Ability
• Safety-Conscious Mindset
• Proficiency In Engineering Documentation & Reporting.
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Analytical Thinking
• Effective Communication
• People Management & Leadership

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Application Deadline  2nd July, 2025.

Note

• Interested candidates should complete the application form via the link above and upload one copy of their CV as an attachment.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted