Karbak Ventures Limited Fresh Job Vacancies

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• Applies expert product knowledge and seasoned experience to broader scope and more complex problems and projects during KVL’s site operations.
• Works independently to establish design requirements, conceptualize, plan and execute designs.
• Installing conveyors, structures, etc.
• Working with a team to set up a structure from scratch
• Regularly takes a lead role in assigned projects as assigned by the Operations Manager
• Trains, monitors and coaches team members to improve skill level, to ensure adherence to principles, policies and standards and to improve safety, quality and process reliability in a cost effective manner.

Main Responsibilities

• Support installation and commissioning of instrumentation systems
• Interfaces with technical professionals inside and outside the local organization
• Solicits understanding and support of line managers for major projects
• Uses creativity and independent judgment to formulate results based on principles, experience and constructive thinking
• Makes field trips with sales and service personnel with new products and technical applications.
• Develops unique solutions for complex technical problems including the design of new systems or the development of solutions having few or no precedents
• Anticipates potential problems, and proactively solves complex problems through creative thinking using internal and external resources.
• Ensures that assignments meet standards and performance requirements within area of expertise
• Provides “Process Support” as required, for all new projects which includes: attending design review for equipment and tools, reviewing installation procedures, assisting with project Factory Acceptance Tests and reviewing project training requirements for service personnel.
• Maintains communication with Company Representative on issues including job procedures, spare parts requirements, function fit and critical dimension measurements.
• Maintains communication with the Operations Manager on issues including job procedures, spare parts requirements, function fit and critical dimension measurements.
• Assists with training of less experienced process technicians.

Desired Knowledge and Skills:

• Practical experience of general plumbing and heating
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to manage own time effectively
• Full clean driving licence
• Willingness to learn new skills and technologies
• Mechanical engineering experience in a commercial environment
• Construction site experience
• Ability to read drawings and plans
• Computer literate
• Problem solving skills
• Experience of leading a small team

Person Profile
Personality:

• Self-driven, proactive and results-oriented with a positive outlook, a clear focus on quality and delivering value
• Must be reliable
• Must be a fast learner.
• Must be punctual and ready to work as required
• Must be able to get on with others and be a team-player

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
• Field Experience in the FMCG industry an advantage

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports
• Confer with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information
• Manage assigned projects including coordination with a multi-discipline design team and oversight of production assigned to junior staff
• Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
• Design HVAC and interior piping systems for commercial applications
• Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
• Perform hydraulic, pressure loss and pump head calculations
• Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles
• Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew.
• Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair to ensure that machines and equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications.
• Attend design and/or construction meetings as required
• Perform construction site visits as required
• Provide overall direction for design team from inception to completion on a project-specific basis

Desired Skills:

• Effective technical skills
• The ability to work under pressure
• Problem-solving skills
• Creativity
• Interpersonal skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Commercial awareness
• Teamworking skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and Project
• Proficiency (working knowledge important) in AutoCAD

Requirements

• First Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years experience + 1 year experience in a managerial role
• Experience in the FMCG industry