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Head, Production

Dangote · Lagos

DangoteLagosPosted 30 October 2026

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Lagos, Nigeria
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Job Summary

Oversee and coordinate efficient production of high quality clinker and cement at the plant to generate optimal revenue for Dangote Cement Plc. (DCP)

Ensure production at optimal plant capacity at all times.

Responsibilities

Participate in the development and articulation of a production strategy for Dangote Cement Plc.

Create and manage the Plant’s production, capacity and materials requirement plan in line with DCP’s strategic intent.

Oversee the implementation of approved production plan at the plant to ensure established targets are met.

Ensure that production processes are implemented in line with agreed upon procedures and guidelines

Demonstrate ownership of and communicate the unit’s strategic direction and objective to all staff.

Prepare annual production budgets based on relevant considerations including market forces and ensure achievement of planned budgets through optimization of resources.

Coordinate and manage the production team to achieve daily production targets within the specified quality level, budget and time.

Liaise with Maintenance to coordinate planned shutdowns of production lines for the purpose of maintenance.

Oversee the execution of cement kiln lining repairs, raw, cement mill operations, and cement packaging system.

Keep abreast with new developments in cement production and good practices, and make recommendations for improvement to the Deputy Plant Director (Operations & Maintenance)

Supervise the implementation of approved recommendations.

Provide overall guidance, leadership and strategic direction to the Production team.

Prepare and provide production reports and information to leadership to aid decision making.

Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Plant Director.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering

Work expereience: Minimum of twenty (20) years relevant work experience, of which ten (10) must be in a management position.

Skills and Behaviours:

Strong knowledge of the cement industry (local and international) including the trends and challenges.

opportunities, regulations and legislations relating to the cement manufacturing industry.

Strong relationship management and communication skills.

Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Good supervisory, coaching and mentoring skills.

Job Classification:

SGM/CGM Production

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

How to apply

Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.

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