Greengrass Investment Limited (GGI) is an emerging player in the Nigerian Extractive Industry with over 3 years of business excellence and mining operations, head-quartered in Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria. GGI strives to make significant contributions to Nigeria’s social-economic and industrial development while also focusing on nurturing and developing the local community.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Location: Warra, Ngaski LGA, Kebbi
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- Green Grass Investment Limited is a fast-growing, innovation-driven company engaged in lithium exploration, excavation, and mineral exportation. As part of our operations in Ngaski, Kebbi State, we are developing a world-class mining and beneficiation site. We are looking to hire a skilled and reliable Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join our engineering and maintenance team.
- The Mechanical Technician will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems and equipment used in our mining and processing operations.
- The ideal candidate will bring hands-on technical expertise, a strong safety mindset, and a proactive approach to equipment reliability in a rugged and dynamic mining environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine and corrective maintenance on mining equipment, pumps, conveyors, crushers, and processing plant systems.
- Carry out installation and alignment of rotating equipment, gearboxes, and mechanical assemblies.
- Diagnose mechanical faults and execute timely repairs to minimize downtime.
- Interpret mechanical drawings, technical manuals, and engineering schematics.
- Ensure compliance with operational standards, safety guidelines, and preventive maintenance schedules.
- Lubricate, adjust, and replace parts such as bearings, seals, belts, couplings, and filters.
- Collaborate with electrical and fabrication teams during equipment overhauls and shutdowns.
- Maintain maintenance logs, spare parts inventory, and repair documentation.
- Conduct inspections to identify early signs of wear or damage and recommend corrective actions.
- Adhere to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures, including lockout/tag-out (LOTO) and risk assessments.
Requirements & Qualifications
- National Diploma (ND), Technical Trade Test, NABTEB, or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field.
- Minimum of 1–4years relevant hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance within mining, cement, or heavy industrial environments.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, and rotating machinery.
- Proficiency in the use of hand tools, diagnostic instruments, and alignment tools.
- Familiarity with maintenance management systems (CMMS) and basic reporting.
- Physically fit and willing to work in a remote location and rugged terrain.
- Certification in mechanical maintenance, HSE, or equipment handling is an added advantage.
Key Competencies
- Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Team collaboration and communication
- Safety-conscious behavior and risk awareness
- Adaptability in a remote work environment.
What We Offer
- N100,000 – N150,000 Monthly.
- Site-based accommodation and transportation support
- Opportunity to work on innovative mining infrastructure
- Professional development and career growth
Application Closing Date
7th July, 2025.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: hr.greengrassnigeria@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Note
- This is a field-based position, therefore candidates will be expected to stay at the company provided accomodation at our project site in Wara-Ngaski, Kebbi State.
- Due to the urgency of this position, application will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position may be filled before the recruitment closing date.