Engineering Supervisor

Unilever is currently hiring for Engineering Supervisor

Reports to: Factory Engineer

Scope: Local

Location: Oregun, Ikeja

Terms & Conditions: Full time, office based

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world. 

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

JOB PURPOSE

The Engineering Supervisor oversees daily engineering operations, ensures compliance with technical standards, manages a team of engineers/technicians, and drives continuous improvement in processes, safety, and productivity. Also responsible for the design, operation, maintenance, and optimization of utility systems (such as power, water, HVAC, compressed air, steam, and diesel) to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient support for organizational operations.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

• Team Leadership
  • Supervise, mentor, and evaluate engineers and technicians.
  • Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion of projects within the utility space.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Project & Operations Management
  • Plan, coordinate, and oversee engineering projects from design to execution.
  • Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
  • Review technical drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Technical Oversight
  • Provide guidance on engineering methods, tools, and best practices.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and implement effective solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and regulations.
  • Shadow as line focus engineering to deliver optimal efficiency across packing and process line.
  • Ability to lead a detail RCA, EWO to crash BD, MTTR, MTBF
• Safety & Compliance
  • Enforce workplace safety policies and procedures.
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to optimize processes and reduce costs.
  • Implement lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other efficiency initiatives.
  • Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Experiences & Qualifications

• HND / Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or mechatronics).
• 5–8 years of engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, project management, and safety standards.
• Proficiency in CAD software, project management tools, and MS Office.
• Strong knowledge of utility systems (power distribution, HVAC, boilers, chillers, water treatment, etc.).
• Proficiency in engineering software and MS Office tools.
• Familiarity with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Skills

• Leadership & People Management
• Technical Expertise & Analytical Thinking
• Project Planning & Execution
• Safety & Quality Orientation
• Decision-Making & Problem-Solving
• Communication & Collaboration

Leadership

• You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
• As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.

• Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors
  • PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner’s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.
  • PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.
  • CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.
  • PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.
  • AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.

Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. 

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.