Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates, with a reputation for strong business practices and quality products. Its operational headquarters is located in Lagos, Nigeria, with businesses spanning manufacturing, energy, infrastructure and other key sectors.
Company: Dangote Group
Location: Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals, Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Industry: Oil and Gas / Petrochemicals / Logistics
Experience: 5–8 years
Reports to: Transport / Dispatch Manager
Job Summary
Dangote Group is seeking a Transport / Dispatch Lead – PPU to oversee the day-to-day execution and shift-level supervision of dispatch, loading and weighbridge operations for the Polypropylene (PP) plant.
The successful candidate will ensure the safe, accurate and timely loading and dispatch of finished PP products through road and bulk carriers. The role also involves maintaining accurate documentation, efficient yard traffic flow and compliance with HSE and process safety standards.
Responsibilities
Dispatch Execution & Scheduling
- Execute the daily and shift dispatch plan issued by the Transport / Dispatch Manager.
- Sequence vehicles and rail cars for loading based on priority and readiness.
- Monitor dispatch progress against the plan and identify delays or bottlenecks.
- Adjust vehicle sequencing where necessary to minimise operational disruption.
- Coordinate with Warehouse and Production teams to confirm product and quantity availability before loading.
- Communicate loading instructions and schedules to drivers, transporters and loading bay personnel.
Weighbridge, Gatehouse & Loading Operations
- Coordinate with weighbridge and gatehouse staff to ensure accurate vehicle check-in and recording of tare, gross and net weights.
- Verify documentation before vehicles proceed for loading.
- Oversee loading operations and confirm the correct product grade, batch number and quantity.
- Ensure loading equipment, including forklifts, loading arms, conveyors and palletisers, is used correctly.
- Report and escalate equipment faults promptly.
- Manage yard traffic and vehicle queues to minimise congestion and turnaround time.
Team Supervision & Shift Leadership
- Supervise weighbridge operators, loading coordinators, transport clerks and yard marshals.
- Conduct shift handovers, toolbox talks and daily briefings.
- Allocate manpower across weighbridge, gatehouse and loading bay functions according to dispatch volumes.
- Provide on-the-job coaching and training on procedures, systems and safety practices.
Documentation, Compliance & HSE
- Verify dispatch documentation, including delivery notes, weighbridge tickets and certificates of analysis.
- Ensure drivers and vehicles meet pre-loading safety and documentation requirements.
- Confirm valid permits, appropriate PPE and satisfactory vehicle condition before loading.
- Enforce HSE and process safety standards during loading, weighing and yard operations.
- Apply appropriate static and spark-risk controls relevant to polypropylene handling.
- Report and support investigations into near-misses, incidents, product damage and documentation errors.
Coordination & Continuous Improvement
- Liaise with the Warehouse Lead to align product storage and dispatch readiness with loading schedules.
- Coordinate with transporters and rail operators regarding vehicle and rail-car availability.
- Identify opportunities to reduce loading turnaround time, queue time and documentation errors.
- Recommend operational improvements to the Transport / Dispatch Manager.
- Maintain accurate shift records and prepare handover and performance summaries.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
- 5–8 years’ experience in transportation, dispatch or logistics operations.
- Experience in a petrochemical, polymer, refinery or bulk manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Prior experience with bulk or hazardous product loading, including road tankers, rail cars or bulk carriers, is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in a shift-supervisory or team-lead role.
- Experience managing dispatch, weighbridge or yard personnel.
- Working knowledge of transport documentation, dangerous goods handling requirements and HSE standards.
- Hands-on experience with SAP SD/TM or an equivalent dispatch/ERP system is required.
- Certification in Logistics, Transportation or Dangerous Goods/Hazmat Transport is an advantage.
Functional Competencies
- Dispatch scheduling and shift-level execution.
- Weighbridge and loading bay operations.
- Product and quantity verification.
- Yard traffic and queue management.
- PP resin handling and dangerous goods transport requirements.
- Transport documentation and traceability.
- HSE and process safety in petrochemical loading operations.
- Basic root-cause analysis for dispatch delays, documentation errors and loading incidents.
Behavioural Competencies
- Strong shift leadership and supervisory abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to remain calm and decisive during schedule disruptions and time-sensitive loading operations.
- Strong safety awareness and proactive hazard identification.
- Clear communication and effective coordination with drivers, transporters, warehouse teams and shift personnel.
- High level of accountability and ownership.
- Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, 24/7 industrial environment.
Digital / SAP Competencies
- Working knowledge of SAP SD for outbound delivery processing, goods issue and dispatch documentation.
- Familiarity with SAP TM or equivalent systems for shipment and vehicle scheduling.
- Ability to operate weighbridge automation and electronic ticketing systems integrated with SAP.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel for dispatch tracking, queue logs and performance reporting.
- Familiarity with telematics, GPS vehicle tracking and electronic proof-of-delivery systems is an advantage.
- Ability to accurately capture and post same-shift transactions in SAP to maintain real-time dispatch visibility.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official Dangote Group careers portal:
Apply Online: https://careers.dangote.com/job/Dangote-Petrochemicals-%28DPRP%29-TransportDispatch-Lead-PPU-Dang/1373473857/
Application Closing Date: Not Specified