Project Engineer (Food Manufacturing / Consumer Goods) - Zimbabwe
Reference: MS60217
Salary: Negotiable
Start: ASAP
CA Global: Engineering and Construction (Africa Positions) has a client that is in need of a Project Engineer (Food Manufacturing / Consumer Goods). The position is based in Zimbabwe
Overview:
The main purpose of this role is to handle the introduction of new fixed assets into the company. This could involve the relocation and optimizing of the existing fixed asset base and/or the purchase of new fixed assets. It may extend from the initial conceptual studies through to project closeout.
Job Requirements
- Strong technical, managerial and leadership skills.
- Project Engineering / Management Experience
- Plant design & construction experience
- In-depth knowledge of food processing plant and technology.
- Hygienic engineering knowledge
- Knowledge of food safety, regulatory requirements for food safety and equipment.
- Communication and Networking skills
- Understanding of financial analysis and relevant business drivers
Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
- Propose and implement work processes, procedures and technical resources in accordance with the Engineering Policy, Key Principles and the Project Management
- Coordinate personnel (e.g. other project engineers, technicians, contractors etc.) to ensure the projects objectives are satisfied.
- Propose and control the cost of the project in accordance with to the Guidelines for Capital Investment.
- Propose and monitor the project in accordance with the key performance indicators.
- Demonstrate and promote the company's values.
- All projects must be completed on time, within budget and achieve the agreed objectives. Some KPIs being:
- Actual project cost as a percentage of the originally approved credit.
- Actual project cost as a percentage of the originally approved credit plus any subsequently approved additions, reductions or local approvals.
- Actual time to implement the project as a percentage of the time originally approved. The time being from approval to the start of production.
- The achievement of the returns/savings/benefits that justified the proposal. Particularly those that relate to engineering.
If you feel that you qualify for the above position then please send a copy of your updated CV / Resume to Megan Smith: megan@caglobalint.com
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