The African Reinsurance Corporation (Africa Re) is the leading pan-African reinsurance company and the largest re-insurer in Africa with the Financial Strength and Credit Rating of Africa Re is “A / Stable Outlook” by A.M. Best and “A – / Positive Outlook“ by Standard & Poor’s.
Headquartered in Lagos (Nigeria) since its inception in 1976, Africa Re operates through:
a. Six (6) Regional Offices across Africa: Casablanca (Morocco), Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire), Nairobi (Kenya), Lagos (Nigeria), Cairo (Egypt) and Ebene (Mauritius),
b. One (1) Contact Office in Addis Ababa (Ethiopia),
c. Three (3) Subsidiary Companies (Africa Re South Africa Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa), Africa Retakaful Company Limited in Cairo (Egypt) and Africa Re Underwriting Agency in Dubai (UAE).
Africa Re has a broad-based shareholding of:
• 42 African member States,
• the African Development Bank,
• 113 African insurance and reinsurance companies,
• three (3) non-regional insurance groups, and
• Employee Shares Ownership Plan
Africa Re announces the vacancy for the position of Senior Maintenance Engineer in the General Services Department at its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria at the Support Staff Grade Level.
The Senior Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that all Corporation facilities in Lagos, including the Lagos Head Office building, Commercial Residential Apartments, and Executive Management residences, operate at optimal efficiency while upholding the highest standards of health and safety environment (HSE). Moreover, he or she will be accountable for executing any responsibilities that may be delegated to them at any moment.
Under the supervision of the Senior Manager, Engineering & General Services, along with the leadership of the Director of General Services, the Senior Maintenance Engineer will perform the following functions:
• Oversee Facilities Services: Direct and manage the Facilities Services team to ensure the delivery of efficient maintenance, security, and housekeeping services for the facility.
• Supervise the comprehensive operations, upkeep, and administration of the Engineering/Maintenance unit.
• Perform regular inspections of electrical systems, encompassing power distribution, lighting, backup generators, fire alarm systems, water treatment plants, lifts, HVAC, and any additional equipment and services to guarantee optimal functionality.
• Oversee and manage building projects by aiding in the design and bidding stages, supervising the execution phase, and ensuring that work is carried out in accordance with Africa Re's standards, while adhering to the allocated budget and specified timeline.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to greatly minimize equipment failures and downtime.
• Oversee and ensure timely routine and scheduled preventive maintenance of all equipment and facilities.
• Perform routine safety inspections, identifying potential hazards and recommending corrective measures.
• Collaborate with the HSE team to ensure that all facilities comply with health, safety, and environmental standards as well as providing essential training and support.
• Ensure Compliance and Effectiveness: Develop and implement processes or mechanisms to ensure that Africa Re's headquarters and facilities meet Security and HSE standards while optimizing efficiency.
• Make certain that maintenance agreements are properly executed and renewed at regular intervals for all equipment and machinery in the head office building and management residences.
• Make certain that all service providers comply with SLAs and QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) standards in delivering services, equipment, and materials.
• Work alongside vendors and contractors to plan repair and maintenance tasks.
• Assist in budget planning and financial forecasting, making certain that Facilities Services activities are in accordance with approved budgets.
• Compile reports on facility maintenance activities and deliver findings to senior management.
• Conduct all associated administrative tasks, including but not limited to writing memos, preparing reports, managing payment processes, identifying quality third-party contractors, and following up on SLA drafting.
• Supervise the upkeep of Executive residences, guaranteeing a dependable, secure, and high-quality living space for Executives and their families.
• Coordinate, manage, and supervise maintenance initiatives, encompassing enhancements, refurbishments, and advancements to infrastructure.
• Work collaboratively with external contractors and vendors on specialized projects and services, guaranteeing timely completion, budget compliance, and the highest quality standards
• Collaborate with various departments to plan and implement projects that are in line with the Corporation’s strategic objectives.
The successful candidate shall be based in Lagos (Nigeria).
The key competencies required for the role include but not limited to the following:
A. PROFESSIONALISM
• Good knowledge of Maintenance and Facilities Management
• Ability to keep records and monitor maintenance requests and works effectively
• Good knowledge of market prices of goods and services relating to maintenance services
• Ability to draft and execute contracts for maintenance services
• Computer literate with good interactive knowledge of MS office tools
• Must be proactive and focused
• Good communication, report writing and interpersonal skills
• Nationals of Members State of Africa Re
B. COMMUNICATION
• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively, particularly in report writing and proposals
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audience.
• Fluency in one or the two official languages of the Corporation (French or English) is an added advantage.
C. TEAMWORK
• Works collaboratively with Colleagues to achieve Organizational goals
• Has the ability to defend and explain difficult issues and positions
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships in a multicultural and multi-ethnic environment
• Remains calm in stressful situations.
Applicants shall be holders of:
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Building, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Relevant professional qualifications will be desirable
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience with Facilities Management or Building Maintenance will be an added advantage
The successful candidate shall have the following benefits:
• Competitive Basic Salary on the Corporation’s Support Staff Grade Level
• Variable pay (Annual Performance Bonus)
• Joint contribution to the Provident Fund (7% of the basic salary paid by staff and 14% by the employer)
• Children education subsidy for each child up to 26 years (maximum 4 children)
• Medical cover for staff and family.
• Housing Allowance
• Transport Allowance
Applicants must also be:
• Able to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English Language.
• Working knowledge of French will be an added advantage.
Interested candidates are requested to visit the Africa Re website at https://www.africa-re.com/career to complete the online employment form.
Africa Re is an equal-opportunity employer and offers a good working environment commensurate with comparable international organizations.
The Corporation reserves the right to appoint at the advertised grade level or at any other level that may suit the profile, qualifications, and experience of the successful candidate.
CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS
The deadline for submission of interested candidates’ applications shall be July 31st, 2025.
