# 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

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