Senior Plant Operator

# Senior Plant Operator > International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA) · Ibadan, Nigeria · — · Posted 2026-07-20 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** NRS ## Description The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the positions below at the Institute’s headquarter in Ibadan. **Position: Senior Plant Operator** **Duration: 6 months’ renewable**                                                                             **Location: Ibadan** **Closing Date: 27 July 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. ·       Monitoring system parameters such as: Temperature, Pressure, Flow rates and Energy consumption. ·       Assist in the installation of air conditioners as needed and maintenance of cold refrigerators, water coolers, etc. ·       Keep a record of data on the daily operation of central air conditioning chillers. ·       Perform any other job-related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor. ## Requirements **QUALIFICATION** A minimum of an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Mechanical Engineering, a Trade Test Certificate, or its equivalent, with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience performing similar functions in a structured organization, is required. **COMPETENCIES** The ideal candidate must have: ·       Understanding of chillers types (air-cooled, water-cooled). ·       Familiarity with compressors, evaporators, condensers, cooling towers, and pumps. ·       Understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer principles ·       Ability to start up, operate, and shut down chiller systems safely. ·       Knowledge of VRV and inverter systems will be an added advantage. ## Benefits We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment. ## Apply [Apply at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA)](https://apply.workable.com/iita/j/2D736F911F/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)