Mechanization Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree is an added advantage)
  
• Minimum of 10-15 years’ relevant experience in mechanized agriculture
  
• Proven experience managing mechanization operations in large-scale commercial farms in Nigeria
  
• Strong technical knowledge of tractors, bulldozers, implements, and farm equipment
  
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams
  

Mechanization Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement mechanization strategies aligned with farm production goals
  
• Plan seasonal machinery requirements and deployment schedules
  
• Ensure optimal allocation and utilization of all mechanized assets
  

Fleet & Equipment Management

• Oversee daily operations of tractors, bulldozers, harvesters, and implements
  
• Monitor equipment performance, uptime, and productivity levels
  
• Establish preventive and corrective maintenance systems to minimize downtime
  
• Maintain accurate records of machine usage, servicing, and lifecycle costs
  

Operational Efficiency & Cost Control

• Drive efficiency in land preparation, planting, and harvesting operations
  
• Optimize fuel consumption, spare parts usage, and maintenance costs
  
• Implement best practices to improve turnaround time and output
  

Team Leadership & Capability Development

• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of operators, mechanics, and technical staff
  
• Establish clear performance targets and accountability structures
  
• Train and enforce safety and operational standards across all teams
  

Safety, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards
  
• Implement safe operating procedures for all machinery
  
• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments
  

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with equipment suppliers, service providers, and contractors
  
• Oversee procurement of spare parts, and consumables
  
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and equipment upgrades
  

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Provide regular reports on mechanization performance, efficiency, and costs
  
• Use data-driven insights to improve productivity and decision-making
  
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across mechanization processes