Inspection & Condition Monitoring Engineer

About Lafarge

Lafarge Africa PIc is a member of Huaxin Cement Co. Ltd.,  - founded in 1907 and incorporated in China. Huaxin is listed on the Shanghai and on the Hong Kong stock exchanges, and is among the 10 largest cement groups in the world. In addition to cement, Huaxin operates aggregates and ready-mixed concrete as well as waste management businesses, and has its own cement and waste pre-/co-processing equipment manufacturing with proprietary technology. Huaxin is recognized among the world's top manufacturing enterprises and most valuable brands. Lafarge Africa is a publicly quoted company on the Premium Board of the Nigerian Exchange Limited and serves Nigeria with a wide range of building and construction solutions.

Who are Lafarge People?

Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues

About the job

The Inspection and Condition Monitoring Engineer is responsible for monitoring the health, reliability, and performance of mobile heavy equipment and industrial machinery through systematic inspections, diagnostic testing, and predictive maintenance techniques. The role aims to minimize downtime, extend equipment life, and improve operational efficiency.

What you'll be doing

• Ensure equipment complies with safety and regulatory standards by promoting safe maintenance practices and support audits and regulatory inspections.
• Conduct routine and scheduled inspections of mobile equipment (excavators, dump trucks, loaders, bulldozers, graders, cranes, etc.).
• Perform condition monitoring using: Vibration analysis, Oil analysis, Visual inspections to Identify wear, defects, and abnormal operating conditions.
• Develop and implement condition-based maintenance (CBM) programs. Interpret diagnostic data and recommend corrective actions.
• Support preventive maintenance planning to reduce breakdowns.
• Monitor equipment KPIs (availability, MTBF, MTTR).
• Investigate mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical failures.
• Conduct root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and recommend engineering solutions to improve equipment reliability.
• Prepare detailed inspection and condition reports.
• Maintain maintenance records and asset health documentation.
• Provide technical reports with risk assessment and repair priority ranking

Who you'll be working with 

• Mobile Plant Planners
• Mechanics and Electricians
• Lubrication Engineer
• Mobile Plant manager
• Mining Engineer
• Quarry Manager

Key Interfaces

• The incumbent interacts regularly with all cadres of staff.
• He/she also interacts regularly with the external public including suppliers and other 

What  we are looking for 

• HND/Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automobile Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years’ post-qualification experience in Heavy Equipment and Mobile Plant Maintenance
• Certification in condition monitoring (e.g., Vibration Analysis Level I/II).
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems, diesel engines, and heavy-duty equipment.
• Computer literacy is essential
• Knowledge of SAP
• Good knowledge of RCA methodology and facilitating skills. 

Your Lafarge Experience:

At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.