The Federal Ministry of Works has announced the commencement of a nationwide recruitment exercise for artisans and technical workers as part of its 2026 workforce engagement programme, aimed at strengthening manpower for ongoing and planned federal infrastructure projects across the country.

According to details released by the ministry, the recruitment is open to qualified Nigerians in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, with the application deadline set for Monday, Jan. 26, 2026.

Available Positions

The ministry listed several artisan and technical roles available under the programme, including:

• Carpenters

• Masons

• Steel reinforcement workers

• Plumbers

• Welding and fabrication workers

• Surveying assistants

• Electrical installation technicians

• Heavy equipment operation workers

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for consideration, applicants are required to:

• Be Nigerian citizens between 18 and 45 years of age

• Possess vocational training, trade test certificates, or verifiable hands-on experience relevant to the chosen role

• Be unemployed at the time of application

• Be physically fit for construction and field-based work

• Demonstrate willingness to undergo additional training and safety certification

Programme Benefits

The Federal Ministry of Works stated that successful applicants will benefit from:

• Temporary engagement with monthly stipends

• On-site mentorship and supervised project attachment

• Hands-on exposure to federal infrastructure projects nationwide

• Provision of personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Certification upon successful completion of the programme

• Priority consideration for future engagements with the ministry and affiliated projects

Application Procedure

Interested and qualified applicants are to submit their applications via the official email address of the Federal Ministry of Works.

Application Email: registryfmw@fmw.gov.ng


Applicants are required to use the exact job title they are applying for as the email subject.

Required Documents
Submissions must include the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Academic certificates

• NYSC discharge or exemption certificate

• Recent passport photograph

• Valid means of identification

• Local Government Area of Origin certificate

The ministry noted that only shortlisted candidates would be contacted for verification and screening exercises.

The recruitment initiative is part of the Federal Government’s broader efforts to address unemployment, enhance technical capacity, and accelerate delivery of critical infrastructure projects across Nigeria.

The ministry advised applicants to ensure accuracy in their submissions and encouraged eligible Nigerians to take advantage of the opportunity.