- Must have led the engineering function for a multi‑site operation minimum 3 plants or a large single-site complex.
- Develop and apply comprehensive maintenance best practices for a large wheat milling operation exceeding 1500 MTD across multiple facilities; having expertise in pasta assets is an additional benefit.
- Demonstrated capability in project management, including execution of Brown field & Green field projects.
- Ensure smooth and efficient utilities operations across all plants.
- Oversee R&M budget preparation and control.
- Drive cost efficiency improvement initiatives, including:
- OEE enhancement
- Power/steam utility cost reduction
- Maintenance optimisation programs
- Extensive and demonstrated expertise in spare management within Wheat Milling Engineering.
- Extensive hands-on exposure to Buhler, Ugur & Alapala mills.
- Deep understanding of end‑to‑end flour milling operations, including process optimisation.
- Strong expertise in reliability engineering.
- Experience in capex planning, budgeting, and driving cost control initiatives.
- Proven ability to lead engineering teams, drive performance, and ensure operational excellence.
Key Deliverables
- Lead large Maintenance team
- 14+ direct employees
- 90+ indirect personnel
- Manage Spares Inventory & control for an efficient operation.
- Design and implement an efficient manning structure for the Engineering function across sites.
- Manage Business continuity & EBITIDA capex < 1.5% of Gross Book Value GBV.
Level / Reporting Team
- Reports directly to VP-Engineering & MATS head.
- Core Functions as the GM - Engineering Manager for the TCA plant.
- Receives direct reports from Engineering leads & team at plants.
Key Performance Highlights
- Effective Maintenance strategy for the Plants and operations within the BU
- Capex and Opex budgeting and implementation adherence
- Lead design, planning and implementation of expansion projects within timeframe, and cost
Strength and Leadership competency
- Coordinates multiple teams to deliver key business priorities.
- Manages internal and external stakeholders effectively.
- Brings strong technical expertise in wheat milling and pasta operations
Requirements
- Minimum bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, QEHS, HACCP related certification.
- Relevant certifications for current practices in plant management/maintenance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with a diverse workforce.
- 15+ years of experience in handling maintenance, utilities and projects in several jobs as mechanical/electrical engineer and project-related management
