The Federal Ministry of Works (FMW) is a key government institution responsible for the planning, construction, and maintenance of federal roads, bridges, and other critical infrastructure across Nigeria.
As part of the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the Ministry has announced a nationwide recruitment and capacity-building programme aimed at engaging unemployed graduates and skilled artisans. The programme focuses on strengthening technical capacity, reducing unemployment, and supporting the delivery of major infrastructure projects.
Successful applicants will benefit from structured training, mentorship, temporary engagement, and hands-on experience on active federal construction sites.
Available Positions
Graduate Mechanical Engineer
Job Type: Full Time
Location: All States in Nigeria
Category: Federal Jobs, Engineering
Role Overview
The Ministry invites applications from unemployed graduate engineers for engagement under its Capacity Building and On-Site Training Programme. Participants will be attached to contractors handling Federal Ministry of Works projects within or near their local government areas.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be Nigerian citizens aged 18 to 35 years
- Possess a BSc, BEng, BA, or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Be unemployed at the time of application
- Have NYSC completion, exemption, or exclusion certificate
- Be willing to work within project locations nationwide
- Demonstrate basic computer literacy
- Show commitment to structured field training
Programme Benefits
- Monthly stipend during engagement
- Field mentorship under registered engineers
- Hands-on training on federal construction projects
- Provision of basic safety gear
- Certificate upon completion
- Priority consideration for future government or contractor roles
Skilled Artisan Positions
The Federal Ministry of Works is also recruiting unemployed skilled artisans across Nigeria under the same programme.
Available Artisan Roles
- Carpenters
- Masons
- Steel Reinforcement Workers
- Plumbers
- Welding and Fabrication Workers
- Surveying Assistants
- Electrical Installation Workers
- Heavy Equipment Operation Workers
Job Type: Full Time
Location: All States in Nigeria
Category: Federal Jobs, Engineering
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be Nigerian citizens aged 18 to 45 years
- Possess vocational training, trade test certificates, or verifiable practical experience
- Be unemployed at the time of application
- Be physically fit for construction-related field work
- Be willing to undergo additional training and safety certification
Programme Benefits
- Temporary engagement with monthly stipends
- On-site mentorship and supervised project attachment
- Practical training on federal infrastructure projects
- Provision of personal protective equipment
- Certification upon successful completion
- Priority consideration for future engagements
Salary and Work Benefits
Employees and participants under the Federal Ministry of Works benefit from job security, professional development, and structured work environments. Salaries are aligned with the Consolidated Public Service Salary Structure (CONPSS), with entry-level pay reflecting the approved national minimum wage as of late 2024 and early 2025.
Application Deadline for Federal Ministry of Works Recruitment
Application deadline has not been specified. Interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible.
How to Apply for Federal Ministry of Works Recruitment 2025
Qualified and interested applicants should submit their applications via email.
Application Email: registryfmw@fmw.gov.ng
Email Subject:
Use the Job Title you are applying for as the subject of the email.
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic certificates
- NYSC certificate or exemption letter
- Recent passport photograph
- Valid means of identification
- Local Government Area of Origin certificate
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Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for verification and orientation.
Good luck!
