Discrete Control System Operator - Power Plant, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc.

Dangote Group is seeking a Discrete Control System Operator for their Power Plant in Numan, Nigeria. The role involves overseeing the operation and maintenance of the power plant's distributed control system, ensuring safe and efficient operations, and conducting preventive maintenance. Candidates should have a diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering and 5-7 years of power plant operation experience, particularly with Bagasse-based systems.
Job Summary

We are looking for a Discrete Control System Operator (DCS) - Power Plant to join our team at Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc. As a Discrete Control System Operator - Power Plant, he/she will be accountable for the Operation, Maintenance, Control System of Power Plant, and downtime of Power Plant.

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Responsible for overseeing of the operation and performance of a distributed control system.

2. Ensure trouble-free operation of all Power Plant equipment by adopting Preventive /predictive maintenance.

3. Oversee and ensure safe smooth and efficient operation of the process plant and utilities system.

4. Maintaining & troubleshooting of all types of systems of the plant to enable achieving the Power Generation as per the target by adopting and initiating necessary action and corrective measures.

5. Maintains the history cards of the equipment encountered and keeps track of maintenance activities attended.

6. Operates Control panel to regulate temperature, pressure, rate flow, and take level in processing.

7. Shall report to the DCS Engineer Power Plant any events of Operational of Equipment and its parameters complications.

8. Ensure adoption of SOP during operation.

9. Ensure and Maintain Synchronization with process dept along with engineers for sound free operations.

10. Participate in Servicing and maintenance of the Power plant equipment during off crop period.

11. Maintaining and ensure the safety in all activities of operation.


Must hold a minimum of a Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a Diploma in Turbine Engineering. Has at least 5-7 years of experience in operating Power Plants, with Bagasse Based Power Plant experience being an added advantage. Has hands-on experience with Travelling Grate Boilers using Bagasse as Fuel, with a minimum pressure rating of 87 Bar. Has experience with Back Pressure and Condensing Turbines. Has experience with Fuel and Ash Handling Systems, and is well-versed in Boiler and Turbine DCS Automation Operations. Possesses basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
· Private Health Insurance

· Paid Time Off

· Pension Scheme

· Training & Development

· Career Development