Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer at Golden Oil Industries Limited

Job summary

Golden Oil Industries Limited is recruiting an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and instrumentation equipment within the facility. The role ensures the safe and efficient operation of equipment while maintaining compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and established housekeeping standards.

Job title: Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Application Closing Date: 30th April, 2026

Company overview

Golden Oil Industries Limited was incorporated in Nigeria on 8th September 1988 and has developed into a recognized name in the country’s edible oil industry. The company is committed to providing healthy cooking oil and supplies products such as refined palm oil, palm kernel oil, olein, soybean oil, stearin, soybean meal, soy lecithin, and palm kernel de-oiled cake. While its oils serve as a healthy cooking medium, soybean meal and palm kernel de-oiled cake are used in poultry and animal feed production.

All products are certified by relevant regulatory authorities, including the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON), and National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA). The company operates modern processing plants that meet global standards and is supported by experienced oil industry professionals dedicated to delivering quality products.

Key result areas (KRA)

• Ensure safe and reliable operation of electrical systems to reduce downtime

• Maintain properly calibrated and accurate instrumentation devices

• Support precise measurement and control of process variables

• Improve equipment performance and operational efficiency

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive maintenance documentation

Responsibilities

• Electrical systems: Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, while diagnosing faults and ensuring consistent power supply to machinery.

• Maintenance and repairs: Carry out routine inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical and instrumentation systems, including motors, switches, sensors, and control panels.

• Instrumentation: Calibrate, maintain, and repair sensors, meters, and controllers to ensure accurate process measurements and control.

• Emergency response: Respond promptly to faults, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.

• Preventive maintenance: Develop and execute maintenance schedules, conducting regular inspections and tests to prevent equipment failure.

• Safety compliance: Follow all electrical safety standards, conduct risk assessments, and implement preventive measures against hazards.

• Housekeeping and GMP: Maintain clean and organized workspaces in line with GMP requirements and ensure proper disposal of related waste materials.

• Documentation: Record all maintenance, repairs, calibration activities, and inventory details, and prepare required reports.

• Collaboration: Work with internal teams and external vendors for technical support, repairs, upgrades, and staff training when necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Technology, or a related discipline.

• 3–5 years of experience operating refining equipment within the food processing industry, specifically vegetable oil processing.

• At least 3 years of experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance within a manufacturing or GMP-regulated environment.

• Knowledge of safety procedures, use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

• Ability to perform quality checks, maintain accurate records, adjust processing parameters, and uphold GMP cleanliness standards.

• Strong communication skills for effective coordination and reporting.

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to nnenna@goldenoiltd.com and bassey@activa.ng, using the job title as the subject of the email.