Masons at Federal Ministry of Works

Overview

The Federal Ministry of Works is issuing a Call for Applications for the Engagement of Unemployed Skilled Artisans across all Local Government Areas in Nigeria. This is part of the Ministry's Capacity Building and On-Site Training Programme, an initiative aimed at strengthening national technical capacity, empowering young Nigerians, and supporting the delivery of critical infrastructure projects across the country.

Through this initiative, participants will receive hands-on training, mentorship, and project-based exposure while contributing to the execution of ongoing Federal Government construction and infrastructure works. Eligible applicants will be deployed to contractors handling Federal Ministry of Works projects within or near their respective regions, where they will undergo structured practical training and temporary engagement designed to enhance professional competence, employability, and transfer of modern construction technology.

Programme Objectives

• Equip young artisans with hands-on experience in modern construction methods
• Build a sustainable local talent pipeline for Nigeria's infrastructure development
• Reduce youth unemployment through structured, short-term engagement
• Strengthen project delivery by integrating trained local support personnel

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Nigerian citizen aged 18 to 45 years
• Possess recognized 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, safety certification, and supervised project attachment

Career Growth Opportunity

This position offers an excellent opportunity for career development through hands-on experience, professional mentorship, and exposure to modern construction practices in active infrastructure projects.