Head of Electrical and Instrumentation Job Vacancy at Dangote Cement PLC – November 2026

Location: Mtwara Plant, Tanzania
Organization: Dangote Cement PLC
Job Category: Engineering Jobs
Job Type: Full-Time
Position: Head of Electrical and Instrumentation

About Dangote Cement PLC

Dangote Cement PLC is one of Africa’s leading cement manufacturers and the biggest quoted company in West Africa. The company operates cement production facilities across several African countries and plays a significant role in the construction and infrastructure development sector.

Position: Head of Electrical and Instrumentation

Job Summary

The Head of Electrical and Instrumentation will ensure the availability and reliability of all electrical and instrumentation systems and equipment through effective implementation of the maintenance management system.

The role will also support management in achieving the company’s short-term and long-term objectives through effective maintenance planning, coordination, spare parts management, budget control and project management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

1. Ensure effective implementation of preventive, planned and predictive maintenance to maximise the operational availability of machines and systems.

2. Conduct root cause analysis of equipment failures and develop appropriate solutions to prevent recurring breakdowns.

3. Manage the installation, testing and commissioning of various equipment.

4. Maintain good relationships with local government agencies and secure mandatory approvals.

5. Prepare and control the annual maintenance budget.

6. Establish relevant performance indicators and monitor their progress.

7. Define the missions and objectives of the workforce, conduct performance reviews, promote work quality, motivate employees and develop their technical skills.

8. Manage equipment spares and consumables, ensuring quality control during the receipt of spare parts.

9. Coordinate and maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

10. Continuously review plant equipment and systems to minimise unplanned downtime.

11. Review complex technical problems and provide guidance on appropriate solutions.

12. Keep senior management informed of circumstances that could affect production.

13. Ensure proper implementation of the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

14. Prepare reports, analyse data and recommend improvements to plant operations and maintenance processes.

15. Perform other responsibilities assigned by senior management.

16. Ensure implementation of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) practices in accordance with local regulations.

Education and Work Experience

Applicants must possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.

• A minimum of twenty-eight (28) years of post-qualification experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Experience in a cement plant environment is preferred.

• At least five (5) years of experience in a Head of Department (HOD) position.

Skills and Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

• Knowledge of cement products and cement manufacturing processes.

• Expert knowledge of maintenance management methods, predictive inspection tools and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

• Extensive knowledge of electrical engineering.

• Knowledge of cement plant instrumentation, including Distributed Control Systems (DCS).

• Good understanding of safety legislation and regulations.

• Knowledge of ISO 9000 standards and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).

• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.

• Excellent teamwork and coordination skills.

• Innovation and creativity.

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications online through the official Dangote Cement PLC careers portal.

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