Now Hiring: Candel FZE Graduate Trainee Opportunities 2026
Job Description
Candel FZE is a leading Nigerian agricultural inputs development and manufacturing company, renowned for the production, marketing, and distribution of agrochemicals, specialized fertilizers, seeds, and allied products across West Africa.
Candel FZE provides a dynamic and supportive work environment where young professionals can grow, build practical skills, and gain hands-on experience in the agriculture and manufacturing sectors. Employees play a vital role in advancing food security in Nigeria and beyond while developing rewarding long-term careers.
Qualified Nigerians are invited to apply for the 2026 Graduate Trainee Programme in the positions outlined below.
Available Graduate Trainee Positions
1. Graduate Trainee – Logistics Officer
- Job Type: Full-Time | Hybrid
- Category: Graduate Internship
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Qualification: BSc / HND / BA
- Benefits: Salary | Training | Employment Opportunity
Job Description
The Logistics Officer Trainee will undergo structured training in logistics and supply chain operations, gaining hands-on experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, transportation coordination, and documentation processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing goods
- Assist in supervising loading and offloading of materials and finished products
- Track and coordinate shipments with transporters and drivers
- Support inventory checks, stock reconciliation, and warehouse organization
- Assist in preparing import and export documentation
- Follow up on delivery schedules to ensure timely arrivals
- Participate in monthly reconciliations with finance and other departments
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand end-to-end supply chain operations
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized Nigerian university
- 0–2 years of work experience (fresh graduates encouraged to apply)
- Strong interest in logistics and supply chain management
- Good communication, analytical, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Team player with the ability to follow instructions
- Not more than 30 years old
2. Graduate Trainee – Technical Sales Representative
- Job Type: Full-Time | Hybrid
- Category: Graduate Internship
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria (Deployment Nationwide)
- Qualification: BSc
- Benefits: Salary | Training | Employment Opportunity
Job Description
Reporting to the General or Regional Manager, the Technical Sales Representative will conduct pre-sales consultations, coordinate on-farm product demonstrations, and support farmers in understanding and adopting Candel’s agricultural solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Extension, or Agricultural Economics
- Minimum of Second Class Upper Division
- Not more than 30 years old
- Willingness to live and travel across Nigeria
- Fluency in English and at least one major Nigerian language
- One year of relevant experience is an added advantage
- Vacancies available in the Northern and South-Eastern regions
3. Graduate Trainee – Mechanical Engineer
- Job Type: Full-Time | Hybrid
- Category: Graduate Internship
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Qualification: BSc
- Benefits: Salary | Training | Employment Opportunity
Job Description
The Mechanical Engineer Trainee will be trained across all stages of the production cycle, including research, design, manufacturing, installation, and evaluation, and will report directly to the Factory Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in designing, manufacturing, and installing mechanical components
- Analyze production problems and develop effective solutions
- Participate in experiments to improve product design and performance
- Develop plans and designs using CAD software
- Prepare technical documentation for machine operators
- Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, and safety regulations
- Collaborate with engineers and project managers
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering
- Minimum of Second Class Upper Division
- Not more than 28 years old
- Strong technical communication skills
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, or public holidays when required
4. Graduate Trainee – Agric Engineering / Production Engineering
- Job Type: Full-Time | Hybrid
- Category: Graduate Internship
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Qualification: BSc
- Benefits: Salary | Training | Employment Opportunity
Job Description
This role involves supervising and optimizing production processes to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing of agrochemical products while leading production teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise daily production activities to meet output and quality targets
- Monitor staff performance and enforce SOP compliance
- Ensure machines and equipment are functioning efficiently
- Collaborate with quality control, maintenance, planning, and logistics teams
- Enforce safety and hygiene standards on the production floor
- Train and upskill production staff
- Track production metrics and prepare reports
- Manage raw material inventory and liaise with procurement teams
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Agric Engineering or Production Engineering
- Minimum of Second Class Upper Division
- Not more than 28 years old
- Strong problem-solving and innovation skills
- Knowledge of GMP, ISO standards, and safety regulations
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, or public holidays when required
- Application Deadline: January 5, 2026
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to:
📧 hr@candelcorp.com
Also Apply:
- Light and Bell Foundation Scholarship 2025/26 | Empowering Nigerian Students with $100 Grants
- AI Trainer at Anuttacon
- Dufil Prima Indomie Graduate Trainee Programme 2026
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized Nigerian university
- 0–2 years of work experience (fresh graduates encouraged to apply)
- Strong interest in logistics and supply chain management
- Good communication, analytical, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Team player with the ability to follow instructions
- Not more than 30 years old
2. Graduate Trainee – Technical Sales Representative
- Job Type: Full-Time | Hybrid
- Category: Graduate Internship
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria (Deployment Nationwide)
- Qualification: BSc
- Benefits: Salary | Training | Employment Opportunity
Job Description
Reporting to the General or Regional Manager, the Technical Sales Representative will conduct pre-sales consultations, coordinate on-farm product demonstrations, and support farmers in understanding and adopting Candel’s agricultural solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Extension, or Agricultural Economics
- Minimum of Second Class Upper Division
- Not more than 30 years old
- Willingness to live and travel across Nigeria
- Fluency in English and at least one major Nigerian language
- One year of relevant experience is an added advantage
- Vacancies available in the Northern and South-Eastern regions
3. Graduate Trainee – Mechanical Engineer
- Job Type: Full-Time | Hybrid
- Category: Graduate Internship
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Qualification: BSc
- Benefits: Salary | Training | Employment Opportunity
Job Description
The Mechanical Engineer Trainee will be trained across all stages of the production cycle, including research, design, manufacturing, installation, and evaluation, and will report directly to the Factory Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in designing, manufacturing, and installing mechanical components
- Analyze production problems and develop effective solutions
- Participate in experiments to improve product design and performance
- Develop plans and designs using CAD software
- Prepare technical documentation for machine operators
- Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, and safety regulations
- Collaborate with engineers and project managers
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering
- Minimum of Second Class Upper Division
- Not more than 28 years old
- Strong technical communication skills
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, or public holidays when required
4. Graduate Trainee – Agric Engineering / Production Engineering
- Job Type: Full-Time | Hybrid
- Category: Graduate Internship
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Qualification: BSc
- Benefits: Salary | Training | Employment Opportunity
Job Description
This role involves supervising and optimizing production processes to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing of agrochemical products while leading production teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise daily production activities to meet output and quality targets
- Monitor staff performance and enforce SOP compliance
- Ensure machines and equipment are functioning efficiently
- Collaborate with quality control, maintenance, planning, and logistics teams
- Enforce safety and hygiene standards on the production floor
- Train and upskill production staff
- Track production metrics and prepare reports
- Manage raw material inventory and liaise with procurement teams
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Agric Engineering or Production Engineering
- Minimum of Second Class Upper Division
- Not more than 28 years old
- Strong problem-solving and innovation skills
- Knowledge of GMP, ISO standards, and safety regulations
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, or public holidays when required
- Application Deadline: January 5, 2026
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to:
📧 hr@candelcorp.com
Also Apply:
- Light and Bell Foundation Scholarship 2025/26 | Empowering Nigerian Students with $100 Grants
- AI Trainer at Anuttacon
- Dufil Prima Indomie Graduate Trainee Programme 2026