Head, Power Plant

Role Purpose To lead the captive power generation and energy management function at the plant, ensuring 100% reliable, cost-effective, and efficient power supply to support cement production, while driving operational excellence, sustainability, and compliance with Dangote standards. Key Responsibilities Power Generation & Supply Reliability Oversee operations of Captive Power Plants (CPP) (coal/gas-based) and Waste Heat Recovery (WHR) systems Ensure uninterrupted power supply to kiln lines, grinding units, and auxiliary systems Achieve optimal Plant Load Factor (PLF) and generation efficiency Maintenance & Equipment Reliability Lead preventive, predictive, and shutdown maintenance programs Ensure high availability of: Boilers Turbines Generators Balance of Plant (BOP) systems Drive root cause analysis (RCA) for breakdowns and implement corrective actions Energy Efficiency & Performance Optimize specific power consumption (kWh/ton of cement) Improve heat rate and thermal efficiency Lead plant-wide energy optimization initiatives aligned with Dangote benchmarks Monitor energy dashboards and performance analytics Cost & Fuel Optimization Manage power generation cost (fuel, operations, maintenance) Optimize fuel mix (coal, LPFO, gas, alternative fuels where applicable) Drive cost-per-kWh reduction strategies Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Champion Dangote’s Zero Harm safety culture Ensure full compliance with:

Nigerian/African regulatory requirements Dangote HSE policies

Manage emissions, ash handling, and environmental controls Lead safety audits, toolbox talks, and incident investigations Projects, Innovation & Sustainability Lead power plant expansion and upgrade projects Support WHR optimization and carbon reduction initiatives

Formation / Diplômes

Drive digital transformation (automation, predictive analytics, IoT monitoring) Implement global best practices in energy management Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement Build and lead a high-performance engineering and operations team Provide coaching, training, and succession planning Collaborate with: Production (Kiln & Cement Mills) Central Engineering & Corporate Energy Teams Manage OEMs, contractors, and service providers Qualifications & Experience Education Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering COREN registration (Nigeria) or equivalent preferred MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification (advantage)

Expérience

15–20 years in power generation or cement manufacturing Minimum 5–8 years in a leadership role (HOD / GM level) Strong experience with: Captive power plants (CPP) Waste Heat Recovery systems (critical for Dangote plants) Large-scale continuous process industries Core Competencies Technical Thermal power plant operations (coal/gas turbines, boilers) WHR technology and energy recovery systems Reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) Industrial plant setting with 24/7 operations Requires availability during: Plant shutdowns Start-ups Emergencies Success Profile The ideal candidate will: Ensure zero power-related production downtime Deliver top-quartile efficiency across Dangote plants Drive significant reductions in energy cost per ton Build a  disciplined, safety-first, and high-performing Benefits Private Health Insurance Paid Time Off Training & Development Career Development Opportunities

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