Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mechanical engineering functions to achieve desired safety, reliability, and integrity standards for all plant and equipment.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve maintenance programs to minimize downtime and optimize performance of mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and manufacturing machinery.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and FSSC 22000 standards for all mechanical and engineering operations.
• Determine capital investment needs and prepare CAPEX proposals, business cases, and technical documentation to sustain desired reliability levels.
• Plan, implement, and supervise engineering and capital projects, ensuring adherence to specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate with the Projects Team, OEMs, and external contractors to ensure project success, safety, and compliance.
• Provide technical expertise and engineering support to Operations, Maintenance, and other departments.
• Maintain detailed documentation of equipment specifications, engineering drawings, and modifications.
• Support plant audits, inspections, and the timely closure of all corrective actions.
• Ensure all mechanical systems and processes meet statutory, industry, and regulatory standards.
• Mentor and develop new recruits and team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Identify and execute improvement initiatives using root cause analysis and innovative solutions to enhance plant efficiency.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and adherence to company values across all engineering activities