Job Description

Requisition ID 62184
Position Type FT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement #LI-Onsite
About the role
We are currently recruiting for an Engineering Manager to the join the team at our Hartlepool site.
This key position provides leadership and direction to the engineering department. The Engineering Manager is responsible for the Engineering budget spend decisions, site capital planning, capital project identification, process optimisation, energy management and maintenance delivery on site.
They are also responsible for ensuring all local, national, and regional or KERRY EMEA compliance requirements are met and always maintained.
About Kerry
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier, and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
Our Safety purpose At Kerry, we work together in a caring culture where everybody goes home safely every day. We are committed to providing a safe working environment and ensuring that all safety protocols are strictly followed. Join us in creating a workplace where safety is everyone's responsibility.
What you'll be doing

• Responsible for ensuring that Kerry EHS and FSQ policies and standards are implemented and adhered to on site by the engineering department.
• Be site lead on Sustainability, driving efficiency improvements to help the site meet its environmental targets year on year.
• Responsible for development, implementation, maintenance, and adherence to local, national, regional engineering statuary and/or compliance requirements.
• Responsible for site engineering activities including capital planning, capital project identification, process optimisation, energy management, delivery of the maintenance asset care program and all maintenance works on site.
• Accountable for ensuring that an effective & comprehensive preventative maintenance programme is in place & executed on time & on budget.
• Support the engineering team and apply technical skills and ingenuity to the permanent correction of issues, modifications and NPI requirements into the process or equipment.
• Responsible for developing the site Engineering budget for approval and managing site engineering budget costs to meet the approved engineering budget targets.
• Identifying and assessing the criticality of plant, equipment and systems on a regular basis.
• Managing and implementing the spare parts holding policy for the site.
• Responsible for monitoring and controlling predefined KPI targets.

What you can bring to the role

• A relevant qualification/degree in Process manufacturing engineering or related process-based engineering.
• Significant experience in a large-scale process industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal Skills.
• Strong leadership and employee engagement skills.
• Ability to apply engineering principles in practical application.
• Proven team leadership and development
• Strong business knowledge and ability to interface with manufacturing organisation
• Food industry knowledge (Desirable)
• SAP Knowledge (Desirable)

In Kerry we know that sometimes the perfect candidate doesn't exist, and people can be put off applying for a role if they don't fit all the requirements. If you are excited about working for us and have the majority of the skills or experience, then please do apply as you could be exactly what we are looking for.
What we can offer
In return we can offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package as well as the opportunity for self-growth and career development within one of the world's leading manufacturers of food and nutrition technology.
In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.
Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a "starter kit," investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.
Recruiter #LI-SD2
Posting Type LI
Please note We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Kerry terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Hiring Managers.

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