New Zealand Job Openings

McCain Foods Limited

Project Engineer

Hastings

FULL TIME

November 13, 2024

Position Title: Project Engineer
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Position Location: Hastings
Requisition ID: 26405

At Mc Cain Foods, we know the importance that food plays in people's lives - the power it has to uplift and bring people, families, businesses and communities together. Guided by our purpose to bring enjoyment to people's lives through great tasting food, we believe that working together with our teams, business and community partners will bring sustainable growth and positive change - today, tomorrow and for generations to come.

We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join our Hastings team. The site Project Engineer will be responsible for the planning, execution, and completion of capital improvement projects within the site. This includes the development of project scopes, budgets, schedules, and risk assessments. This role works with the plant leadership team to ensure that projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

About the role

Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering projects in the plant, including equipment installations, process improvements, and facility expansions
Develop the site 5 year capex planning, focusing on safety improvements, obsolescence planning, asset life extension and technology based innovations
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements, objectives, scope & deliverables
Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets, and monitor progress throughout the project lifecycle
Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify potential challenges and recommend mitigation strategies
Supervise and provide technical guidance to project teams, ensuring adherence to project specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations
Identify and resolve project-related issues, conflicts, and bottlenecks in a timely manner
Prepare comprehensive project reports, including documentation of project milestones, financials, and lessons learned
Validate technical drawings, schedules and technical manuals with design requirements
When required, some travel will be necessary to support project delivery and regional requirements
Promote a culture of: high service level - 'can do' attitude – respectful

About you

3+ years experience workng in a FMCG environment is essential
Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or related area is required
5+ years direct people leadership experience would be desirable
Experience with contractor management is required
Demonstrated High Risk work management experience
Knowledge of energy and carbon reduction technology would be desirable
Budget management knowledge
High level of computer literacy and ability to analyse data
Lean manufacturing experience in TPM, 6 Sigma, MDI
Knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety
Ability to use initiative and prioritise work
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Effective negotiation and influencing skills
Auto CAD and MS Project experience is required
Confident to work and interact with others at all levels

What's in it for you?

Opportunity to be a part of a global iconic brand, fun and high performing team
Hands on role working closely with Manufacturing Leadership team
Pioneering, innovative and dedicated development programs
Exciting and collaborative work culture
Great family values workplace

Apply now if this opportunity sounds like your next role!

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Mc Cain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.

Mc Cain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
The health and safety of Mc Cain employees and their families has been our number one priority since the start of COVID-19 pandemic. With vaccination restrictions easing across the globe we do not currently require employees to be vaccinated, but we reserve the right to change this mandate in line with health guidance and regulations in each country.

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Job Family: Manufacturing
Division: ANZ
Department: NZ Engineering Projects
Location(s): NZ - New Zealand : Hawke's Bay : Hastings || NZ - New Zealand : Auckland : Auckland || NZ - New Zealand : Canterbury : Christchurch || NZ - New Zealand : Canterbury : Timaru || NZ - New Zealand : Other : Reference job description || NZ - New Zealand : Wellington Region : Wellington
Company: Mc Cain Foods (NZ) Limited

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