Senior Plant Operator

International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA)

Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria contract

Posted: April 23, 2026

Job Description

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigeria nationals for the positions below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position: Senior Plant Operator

Contract: 3-year renewable contract

Location: Ibadan

Closing Date: 7 May, 2026.

DUTIES:

• Operate the central air – conditioner chiller on a rotational night/day shift.
• Carry out maintenance, daily checks, and urgent repairs of the large condenser and chiller pumps, servicing and repair of cooling towers.
• Conduct routine inspection and maintenance of the walk – in air – handling units in all buildings.
• Perform periodic maintenance work on the insulation of central air conditioning chillers and pipeline.
• Perform periodic cleaning of central air conditioning chillers with a chemical.
• Assist in the installation of air conditioners as needed and maintenance of cold stores, refrigerators, water coolers, etc.
• Keep a record of data on the daily operation of central air conditioning chillers.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements:
QUALIFICATION:

OND in Mechanical Engineering or related courses with minimum of five (5) years’ experience or O’ Level, Technical Certificate, Trade Test with minimum of eight (8) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well structured environment.

COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate must:

• Have good knowledge on central air conditioning
• Have operational knowledge.
• Have good maintenance skills.

Benefits:
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

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