The Candel Company Graduate Trainee Program 2025 | Apply for Mechanical, Agric & Production Engineering Roles

The Candel Company Graduate Trainee Program: The Candel FZE, a leading agricultural inputs manufacturing company in Nigeria, is now accepting applications for its 2025 Graduate Trainee Program. The company specializes in agrochemicals, fertilizers, seeds, and general crop-protection solutions across West Africa.

This trainee program offers young engineering graduates hands-on technical training, industry exposure, and structured career development within one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing agribusiness manufacturing companies.

Available Positions at The Candel Company

1. Graduate Trainee – Mechanical Engineer

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time
Category: Graduate Trainee Jobs

Role Overview:
The Mechanical Engineering Graduate Trainee will be trained across all production stages, including design, manufacturing, installation, and performance evaluation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in component design and installation.

• Investigate engineering problems and provide solutions.

• Support experiments to improve product designs.

• Create engineering drawings using CAD software.

• Estimate project budgets and timelines.

• Prepare technical documentation for machine operators.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.

• Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams.

Requirements for The Candel Company Graduate Trainee Program

• Degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering (Minimum Second Class Upper).

• Maximum age: 28 years.

• Strong communication and analytical skills.

• Knowledge of GMP, ISO standards, and safety regulations.

• Willingness to work shifts or weekends based on production schedules.

2. Graduate Trainee – Agric Engineering / Production Engineering

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time
Category: Graduate Trainee Jobs

Role Overview:
This role supports the production team in supervising operations and ensuring efficient, safe, and quality-driven manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily production activities.

• Monitor staff performance and enforce SOPs.

• Ensure machine functionality and request maintenance when required.

• Work with QC, planning, logistics, and maintenance teams.

• Enforce safety and hygiene standards.

• Train production staff on company procedures.

• Track metrics such as output, downtime, and waste.

• Monitor raw material inventory and liaise with procurement.

• Handle discipline, attendance, and performance documentation.

Requirements:

• Degree in Agric Engineering or Production Engineering (Minimum Second Class Upper).

• Maximum age: 28 years.

• Strong technical communication skills.

• Knowledge of GMP, ISO standards, and safety regulations.

• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, or public holidays.

Application Deadline for The Candel Company Graduate Trainee Program

Application for The Candel Company Graduate Trainee Program ends January 5, 2026.

How to Apply for The Candel Company Graduate Trainee Program

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@candelcorp.com
Email Subject: Job Title – Graduate Trainee
(e.g., Graduate Trainee – Mechanical Engineer)

Good luck!

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