Lafarge Africa Plc

Alternative Fuel Engineer

Lafarge Africa Plc  •  Federal Republic of Nigeria / Republic of Niger (Onsite)  •  11 hours ago
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Job Description


About the job

To facilitate co-processing of alternative fuels and raw materials (AFRs). Ensure achievement of thermal energy cost reduction by defining and implementing programs for optimizing and increasing the use of AFRs co-processing units (cement plants). Contribute to increase the use of AFRs by developing methods to address operational challenges in terms of process, quality and environment.
This also includes the follow through with reports, meetings, action closure through cordial relationship with Plant Manager, Performance Manager, Supporting Managers, H&S Manager, Training & Learning, Commercial and Legal, Geocycle etc.

What you'll be doing

  • Prepare and coordinate the weekly, monthly meeting to follow up the Alternative Fuel (availability?), ensuring that the monthly budget for Alternative Fuel consumption is achieved

  • Prepare and coordinate the annual elaboration of Alternative Fuel road map while tracking actions for Alternative Fuel.

  • Benchmark co-processing cost & KPIs, support target setting process and challenge cement operation in the area of AFR utilization
    Define and implement operational performance assessments and process improvements in the field of co-processing and support on – site co-processing operations

  • Register the actions generated on the ‘action log tracker’ for important audits, visits, projects, meetings in relation with stakeholders related with Alternative Fuel as Geocycle.

  • Support Geocycle team in Alternative fuel related CAPEX in definition and prioritization of projects for optimizing and steady increase of Alternative fuel consumption
    Manage OPEX/CAPEX related to AFR plant operations.

  • Ensure all potential process and quality issues related to clinker production are considered in the global fuel mix (Alternative fuel & raw materials)

  • Determine and Maintain (with the support of Geocycle) the required inventory level of all Alternative Fuel materials and industrial waste to ensure continuous and sustainable Alternative fuel injection
    Leader/champion of the continuous improvement plan through innovation, improvement projects, ideas generation etc. (Is this for AF/TSR or all of plant improvement?)

  • Maintain and further improve the health, safety and environmental aspects within the remit of this role and actively participate in the development of the health and safety culture on site.

  • Monitor and optimize process parameters in terms of recycling waste materials from the quarry to the cement milling.
    Explore ways of efficiently managing the consumption of industrial waste coming to the plant and liaise with key managers for successful consumption

  • Liaise with the Process manager) to optimize fuel mix and usage (traditional and waste-derived fuel) through results obtained from fuel analysis and obtain the most appropriate mix which favors environment, clinker quality and costs.

  • Lead daily reviews to manage the % Alternative Fuel targets.

  • Lead the Alternative Fuel meetings to achieve significant improvements in percentage Alternative Fuel consumption.

  • Work closely with the Maintenance department to share knowledge and expertise that will help to improve the plant % Alternative Fuel

  • Lead the performance and development of the staff within the department.

  • Liaise with the Quality Manager to support and run trials to define appropriate process parameters for the production using Alternative Fuel, especially the new Alternative Fuel.

  • Liaise closely with the Environmental Co-Ordinator to ensure process compliance with regulation and support the relationship with the regulatory Agencies.

  • Support implementation of ISO 14001:2015 EMS and ISO 9001:2015 QMS in the department

  • Ensure continuous follow up with production and process parameters that will allow for steady plant operation despite the fuel mix being utilized.

  • Support to carry out other activities as may be required by management from time to time. (Co processing is already process related.)

Who you'll be working with

  • Internal

  • Reports to Process Manager: to receive objectives & directives, analyze results and correct other activities.

  • Interface with maintenance to achieve equipment performance at desired levels


Requirements


What we are looking

for

  • Degree in Chemical Engineering or any other relevant degree with a certification in NEBOSH.

  • Minimum of five (5) years process engineering within the cement industry is desirable.

  • An in-depth knowledge of processes: quarry, raw meal preparation, burning, air flows combustion, grinding.

  • Strong Excel and MS Office proficiency (including good knowledge of PowerPoint).

  • Good knowledge SAP and SAP FC is a plus.
    Good knowledge of raw material chemistry, cement manufacturing process.

  • Good knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9002).

  • Good planning skills

  • Good knowledge of laboratory equipment and methods

  • Good process knowledge of kilns, mills, separators and similar equipment.

  • Ideally, have experience in undertaking process audits.

  • Good knowledge about AF, Alternative cementation materials

  • Knowledge of AF equipment, the process of AF production, characteristics, etc.


Benefits


HBM Nigeria people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues

Your HBM Nigeria Experience:

At HBM Nigeria, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you are in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives that we can build the world we all want to live in.
Lafarge Africa Plc

About Lafarge Africa Plc

Lafarge Africa Plc, the leading building solutions company in Nigeria is a member of Huaxin Cement, one of the top 10 cement groups in the world.

We value health and safety, environmental protection, corporate governance (ethics) and social responsibility (in the areas of education, health, youth empowerment, and shelter) in our business.

Most importantly, Lafarge Africa Plc endeavors to create more value for our customers, providing them with innovative and high quality products and solutions. Our well-known brands - Ashaka Portland Limestone Cement, Ecoplanet Elephant Cement, Powermax Cement, Supaset Cement, EcoPlanet UniCem Cement as well as Readymix Concrete and Aggregates - all stand for quality, consistency, and long term strength which help deliver solutions that contribute to more housing for people, more compact buildings, better-connected communities, more beautiful structures, and more durable construction.

Industry
Wholesale & Distribution
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
, OO
Year Founded
Unknown
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