Facilities Supervisor

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigeria nationals for the positions below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position:        Facilities Supervisor

Contract:       2-years renewable contract  

Location: Ibadan

Closing Date: 2 October 2026

DUTIES

• ·       Carry out general maintenance of screen houses and glasshouses to ensure proper functioning and compliance with research requirements.
• ·       Supervise screen house staff, technicians, and casual workers engaged in maintenance and construction.
• ·       Supervise and coordinate the construction of new screen houses and related infrastructure.
• ·       Conduct repairs, including replacement of roofing glass, nets, and frames; oversee washing, cleaning, and fumigation of screen/glasshouses.
• ·       Conduct daily inspections of all screen houses and glasshouses to identify repair or maintenance needs.
• ·       Oversee requisition, collection, and proper utilization of materials for screen house construction and repairs, ensuring accountability.
• ·       Maintain accurate daily reports on maintenance, construction, and operational activities.
• ·       Ensure compliance with occupational health, safety, and environmental (HS&E) standards during construction and maintenance work.
• ·       Support cost-recovery planning by tracking labour, materials, and maintenance costs for proper budgeting and reporting.
• ·       Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Farm Management.