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Head of Power Generation & Energy Management Job at Dangote Industries Limited – Lagos

Dangote Industries Limited is looking for an experienced Head of Power Generation & Energy Management to lead its captive power generation and energy optimisation function from the company’s Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria.

This senior leadership role is designed for an engineering professional with extensive experience in power generation, cement manufacturing, energy efficiency, and industrial operations.

The successful candidate will oversee captive power plants, waste heat recovery systems, maintenance strategies, and energy performance initiatives to ensure reliable power supply, reduce operational costs, and support sustainable cement production.

Job Summary

About Dangote Industries Limited

Dangote Industries Limited is one of Africa’s largest industrial companies, operating across manufacturing, infrastructure, energy, and other strategic sectors.

The company operates large-scale cement production facilities supported by advanced power generation systems, engineering teams, and technology-driven operational processes.

Role Overview

The Head of Power Generation & Energy Management will provide strategic and technical leadership for captive power generation operations and energy management activities.

The role focuses on ensuring dependable electricity supply for cement production while improving energy efficiency, reducing costs, strengthening maintenance systems, and supporting sustainability goals.

The successful candidate will manage complex power systems involving captive power plants, waste heat recovery technologies, and continuous process industry operations.

Key Responsibilities

Power Generation Operations and Reliability

The role holder will:

• Lead operations of captive power plants, including coal and gas-based systems.
• Oversee Waste Heat Recovery (WHR) systems.
• Ensure reliable power supply for:
  • Kiln operations
  • Grinding units
  • Auxiliary plant systems
• Improve plant load factor (PLF) and generation efficiency.
• Minimise power-related production interruptions.

Maintenance and Equipment Reliability

Responsibilities include:

• Lead preventive, predictive, and shutdown maintenance programmes.
• Improve availability and reliability of:
  • Boilers
  • Turbines
  • Generators
  • Balance of Plant (BOP) systems
• Drive root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures.
• Implement corrective actions to prevent repeated breakdowns.
• Strengthen reliability-centred maintenance practices.

Energy Efficiency and Performance Improvement

The successful candidate will:

• Optimise specific power consumption measured in kWh per tonne of cement.
• Improve thermal efficiency and heat rate performance.
• Lead energy optimisation initiatives across plant operations.
• Monitor energy dashboards and performance indicators.
• Implement strategies aligned with Dangote operational benchmarks.

Cost and Fuel Management

Key duties include:

• Manage power generation costs, including fuel, operations, and maintenance expenses.
• Optimise fuel utilisation across:
  • Coal
  • Gas
  • LPFO
  • Alternative fuels where applicable
• Develop strategies to reduce cost per kWh.
• Support annual energy budgeting, forecasting, and cost control processes.

Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance

The position requires:

• Promoting Dangote’s Zero Harm safety culture.
• Ensuring compliance with:
  • Nigerian and African regulatory requirements
  • Company HSE policies
• Managing environmental controls related to:
  • Emissions
  • Ash handling
  • Energy operations
• Leading safety audits, toolbox meetings, and incident investigations.

Projects, Innovation and Sustainability

The Head of Power Generation will:

• Lead power plant expansion and upgrade projects.
• Support waste heat recovery optimisation.
• Drive carbon reduction and sustainability initiatives.
• Introduce digital solutions including:
  • Automation systems
  • Predictive analytics
  • IoT-based monitoring
• Apply global best practices in energy management.

Leadership and Stakeholder Management

Responsibilities include:

• Build and manage a high-performing engineering and operations team.
• Provide coaching, technical development, and succession planning.
• Collaborate with:
  • Production teams
  • Kiln and cement mill departments
  • Central engineering teams
  • Corporate energy teams
• Manage relationships with OEMs, contractors, and technical service providers.

Qualifications and Experience

Educational Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering

Preferred:

• COREN registration (Nigeria) or equivalent professional certification.
• MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification.

Professional Experience

Candidates should have:

• 15–20 years of experience in:
  • Power generation
  • Cement manufacturing
  • Large-scale industrial operations
• Minimum 5–8 years in a senior leadership position such as:
  • Head of Department (HOD)
  • General Manager (GM)

Strong experience required in:

• Captive Power Plants (CPP)
• Waste Heat Recovery systems
• Continuous process industries
• Industrial energy management

Core Competencies

Technical Skills

The ideal candidate should have expertise in:

• Thermal power plant operations.
• Coal and gas turbine systems.
• Boiler operations.
• Waste Heat Recovery technology.
• Energy recovery systems.
• Reliability-centred maintenance.
• Energy benchmarking and optimisation.

Leadership Skills

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Strategic thinking and execution ability.
• Strong stakeholder management.
• Crisis and incident management skills.
• Ability to build performance-driven engineering teams.
• Strong decision-making capabilities.

Working Environment

This role operates within an industrial environment supporting 24/7 manufacturing operations.

The successful candidate should be available when required during:

• Plant shutdowns
• System start-ups
• Emergency operational situations

Success Expectations

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Maintain reliable power availability for production operations.
• Improve energy efficiency across Dangote plants.
• Reduce energy cost per tonne of cement.
• Build a disciplined, safety-focused engineering culture.
• Deliver continuous improvement in power generation performance.

Benefits

Dangote Industries Limited provides benefits that may include:

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Career Development Opportunities

Career Tips Before Applying

Senior energy leadership roles require a CV that demonstrates measurable operational achievements.

Before applying, highlight:

• Power plant leadership experience.
• Energy cost reduction projects.
• CPP and WHR system expertise.
• Plant reliability improvements.
• Maintenance strategy development.
• Team leadership experience.
• Safety and compliance achievements.
• Experience managing OEMs and contractors.

Before submitting your application, make sure your CV clearly highlights your power generation experience, leadership achievements, energy optimisation projects, and industrial operations expertise. Explore our career guides for CV improvement and interview preparation to strengthen your application.

How to Apply

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is the Head of Power Generation & Energy Management job located?

The position is based at Dangote Industries Limited Head Office, Lagos, Nigeria.

How much experience is required?

Applicants should have 15–20 years of experience, including significant leadership experience in power generation or cement manufacturing.

What qualifications are required?

A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required. COREN registration and postgraduate qualifications are advantages.

What systems should candidates understand?

Candidates should have experience with captive power plants, waste heat recovery systems, thermal power operations, and energy optimisation.

Is this a senior management role?

Yes. This is a strategic leadership position requiring experience at HOD, GM, or equivalent level.

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