Job Description

Join Lactalis at our PE Plant in the Engineering department with the main responsibilities being
to manage multiple projects and lead contractors and subcontractor teams. Successful candidates need
to have at least 10 years' experience in Production and/or projects in FMCG environment (Dairy). Must
be able to demonstrate sound knowledge of planned and execution of projects, compiling and managed
budget. Must fully adhere to all Safety & Health policies, procedures, and legislation. Be fluent in English
and be computer literate
Required Skills
Tertiary technical qualification and Business Qualification, preferably in a mechanical field. PMP
Certification advantageous.
Min 8- 10 years team and project management experience in the dairy/FMCG environment.
Sound experience in administration, planning and organising.
Sound leadership and project management skills
Excellent computer literacy: MS Project, MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, ERP system, AutoCAD
Excellent communicator with well-developed management and leadership skills
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Must be willing to work overtime in line with plant requirements
In-depth knowledge and experience of Dairy Plants and Equipment
Managed all aspects of Dairy Plant operations
Proficient in various control software and control systems (PLC's and SCADA)
Computer literacy (Project Management and MS Projects)
Excellent decision making, analytic, accuracy and attention to detail
Support commercial management to implement category strategies
Involved in product development and design initiatives
Design and implement operations solutions with the rest of the management team
Speedy & effective handling of engineering solutions in the plant as they arise
Achievement of agreed performance parameters within approved Capital Projects
Setting of targets and Management of project budgets
Projects to be well planned on MS Project and completed on time
Negotiation with Suppliers on quotations/tenders
Proven track record of successful Management of projects
Duties & Responsibilities
Assists with planning and execution of projects to meet delivery, cost, and quality requirements.
Leads multiple contractor and subcontractor teams, ensuring efficient and effective utilisation of
these resources to meet the plants' requirements.
Monitoring of projects including cost control and scope control
Identifying continuous improvement projects
Assisting in CAPEX application processes.
Ensure all Sher requirements are complied with i.r.o. projects
Ensure all projects adhere to/comply with Food Safety Standards
Ensure all project personnel adhere to SHER standards
Key Performance Areas, Plant project management and general projects at the Plant
Provide Dairy processing expertise to the group.
Assist the Plant Manager & Technical Manager with improving production efficiencies and reduce cost (Capex
projects and or Major maintenance projects).
Do regular detailed technical audits on production lines with reports and
recommendations.
Participate in weekly meetings regarding the plants' previous week's Efficiencies and improvement
action plans.
Improve reliability and availability of production lines
Train staff in plants on best practices in plants.
Conducting feasibility studies and optimizing resources.
Supporting the transfer of expertise to the Operational Team, by providing training concepts and
interventions
Give technical input for Capex requirements and plant availability over a 3-year plan.
Align technical project planning with company strategy for optimal balance between timing, Capex,
resources, and technical output.
Ensuring best practice standards
Networking and liaising with Engineering Design companies, equipment suppliers and New
Technology providers as well within the Lactalis Group
Ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and safety Act and all other statutory requirements
in the design and implementation of equipment and systems.
Complying to an integrated Risk Management system in designing and operating of equipment
and systems.

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