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  • Engineering Technician

    Engineering Technician

    Job Description :
    The department packages a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; the main role of the department is to package product in a manner that is safe, cost effective, the right quality, in the right format, process efficient and delivered OTIFNE.
    The consumer is now more discerning, and demands both highest quality and value for money, therefore the packaging department must maintain product quality, that entails both the intrinsic and extrinsic aspects of beer.
    This role works directly with the Asset care manager, Packaging section Managers (Quality and team leaders) and very closely with the Head of Packaging, Engineering stores manager, Technical department and the Technical operators.
    Externally this role also has regular contacts with Contractors, Equipment suppliers and consultants and Site safety.
    Market Complexity:

    The company has undergone changes in its asset care policy through adoption of Reliability centred maintenance (RCM) strategy focused on attaining maximum equipment reliability and performance at optimum cost.
    The role works hand in hand with the asset care manager in setting and executing asset care performance objectives with KPI’s to address all key elements of the strategy.
    The role does assist for medium and long term asset care planning in line with strategy. The ultimate goal is to embed the 9 BCM asset care pillars that will drive paradigm shift in the ways assets are managed.

    Leadership Responsibilities:
    Decision Making Authority

    Provide builds into maintenance plans, weekly, monthly & annual in liaison with planner, E&I Engineer and ACM.
    Spearhead continuous improvement activities.
    Implementation of engineering and maintenance issues within agreed standards.
    Spearhead problem solving in liaison with ACM and E&I Eng.
    Decide on temporary remedial measures and modification on Mechanical systems to sustain production while arrangements for permanent solution are being made.
    Freedom of action within company policy and procedures.
    Evaluation of the quality of spares supplied.
    Recommend stocking of non-stock items.

     
    Relationships

    Asset Care Manager administratively and on day-to-day activities in Packaging Processes
    Site safety team on PTW system, safety standards i.e. providing Engineering solutions through ERICPD, SFIP, SIRC closure
    Stores manager on receipt of ordered services stock and non-stock.
    Electrical and Instruments Engineer in relation to maintenance, plant modifications, breakdown maintenance and continuous improvements.
    Procurement on supplier reviews, spares acquisition and resolving TQ
    Shift Managers and Packaging Technical operators on day-to-day activities in Packaging Hall, Basement and adjacent areas
    Packaging quality manager on equipment effectiveness validation and defect identification and elimination
    Utilities team on utilities optimization
    OPEX team through MMS on driving best practices, DMAICs and process codification.
    Work with External contractors on commissioning of contracted new installations and supervision of repair/service and maintenance works.

     
    Top Accountabilities
     
    Decision Making Authority

    Responsibility for asset maintenance and recommendation on improvement, replacement, modification and decommission.
    Ensure availability of non-stock/nil stock spares
    Determine equipment centre lines, track deviations, stop and fix any equipment deviating from standard operating parameters.
    Determining causes of breakdowns and giving solutions
    Order available spares from store during B/downs or maintenance.
    Deciding on which tasks to refer to ACM

    Key Performance Indicators

    Execution of maintenance activities to plan i.e. zero maintenance excess.
    Deliver on quality by ensuring process parameters are controlled and maintained within recommended set values through equipment process validation
    New installations/plants operate as per agreed commissioning standards.
    Champion raising and closing of SIRCs
    Deliver plant Reliability as per AOP
    Deliver plant Availability as per AOP
    Weekly tracking and control of equipment MTTR & MTBF.
    Deliver on AOP Maintenance Cost Per HL
    Ensure delivery of zero harm agenda by ensuring 100% working of all equipment safety mechanisms
    Optimize water and energy usage as defined by OEM
    Track PPM completion and backlog management
    Environmental KPI’s.
    Adherence to training plan
    Adherence to walk about and inspection schedule
    Carry out failure mode analysis on replaced components for feedback to ACM, E&I engineer and OEM
    Lead delivery of RCPS as per defined triggers
    Compliance to audit one plan.    
    Capturing all machine related issues in CMMS (SAP)
    Drive improvement through use of MMS tools (e.g. DMAICS, STM, FI etc)
    Standardising of maintenance procedures and processes i.e. centre lining, process equipment codification
    Drive sustainability projects i.e. Energy and water optimization

    Qualifications and Experience Required:

    HND or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering with over 5 years’ experience in FMCG.
    Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering & Process technology.
    Ability to interpret technical drawings, maintenance manuals, schematic drawings and general engineering specifications to carry out the job.
    Use of SAP – maintenance
    Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM)
    Failure Mode Effects and Criticality Assessment (FMECA)
    Asset care Best Practice
    Knowledge of Bottling procedures to avail plant utilities and equipment service
    Appreciation of procedures of personnel, stores, security and purchasing departments
    Trouble shooting skills.
    Ability to communicate in both written and oral formats.
    Planning/ Presentation/Organizational skills
    Knowledge in industrial health & safety and management techniques
    Knowledge of World Class Manufacturing standards
    High interpersonal effectiveness to develop and sustain robust relationships
    Role model of high performance coaching skills and people management
    Good negotiator
    Good industrial relations skills
    Familiar with skills and competency descriptions and able to interpret training and development needs
    Knowledge of ISO 9001 for Quality, Energy Management Policy  HACCP- ISO 22000 for food safety,  ISO 14001 for Environment  & OHSAS – ISO 18001 Health and Safety  standards plus any other management systems that may apply.

  • Team Assistant – Africa Source COE

    Team Assistant – Africa Source COE

    Scope:
    Africa is the highest growth area in Diageo, contributing 27% of Diageo’s overall growth. Our Supply Chain function is critical to enable such high levels of brand growth – through exemplary service to our customers, by maximizing the value of our assets, by protecting the reputation of our business and brands, enabling innovation, and ensuring our people flourish in the face of this challenge. This role is key to providing administrative support and positively contributes to the delivery of our supply agenda to meet our ambitious growth goals and transform to world class practices.
    The successful candidate will support Global Supply & Procurement, Plan COE & GDBS (Global Diageo Business Services) teams.
    Leadership Responsibilities
    This role manages a range of relationships with key stakeholders across the Operations department and other functions including:

    Supply Leadership teams
    Line managers
    Support Services teams
    External service providers
    Global Procurement teams

    Key Accountabilities

    To carry both internal and external administrative and protocol/reception duties that do not need to take up the team’s time so as to ease workload and co-ordination with the Global function (Supply & Procurement, Plan COE and GDBS)
    Co-ordination with travel agents regarding travel arrangements from time to time.
    Replying standard queries on telephone and mail on behalf of the team.
    Routing/dispatching all correspondence to relevant internal and external offices
    Making external and internal appointments for the team. Assisting in drafting, circulating and replying to various correspondence and responding to routine administrative queries both internal and external
    Developing and managing an efficient and up to date filing system.
    Facilitating resources required for meetings as well as ensuring all minutes and pre-reads are circulated beforehand.
    Ensure the office has a good and hygienic atmosphere conducive for working

    Qualifications and Experience Required

    University degree qualification or equivalent is required,
    At least 2 – 3 years experience working in a complex business set up and/or FMCG environment
    Key functional capabilities required for this role are excellent relationship building and influencing skills, highly organised with ability to multi task, excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly important for managing expectations with stakeholders and external suppliers.

  • Plant Mechanical Engineer

    Plant Mechanical Engineer

    Job Description :
    Scope
    Barley and Malt are the principal raw materials used in the manufacture of beer and East African Maltings Limited (EAML) has the strategic role of providing competitively priced brewing raw materials to meet EABL supply requirements.
    East African Maltings intent is to support both EABL Supply and Demand’s strategic activities, protect the quality of our brands, support innovation and creation of competitive advantage for the EABL group within the Eastern African Region.
    This role works directly with the Operations Manager and very closely with Head of Engineering-Group supply, Quality department, Procurement department, Stores, Human Resources department, site safety leadership, Technical services department, External supply, contracting firms and Finance department.
    Market Complexity
    EAML works with some outsourced contractors. Ensuring that outsourced contractors execute their mandate to the required quality standards.
    The assets employed in production process are in excess of 20 years in age.  Efficient operations are achieved through implementation of rigorous maintenance schedules, plant modifications and modernization. Sourcing for spares as well as maintenance of the aging plant presents a market complexity. 
    Asset care is now seen as a business activity in the organization with key deliverables and clear strategic plans, rather than a cost centre. The role is responsible with setting and executing asset care performance objectives with KPIs to address all key elements of the strategy.
    The role is also responsible for Medium and long term asset care planning in line with the strategy. The ultimate goal is   to embed the 9 BCM asset care pillars that will drive paradigm shift in the ways assets are managed.
    Purpose

    To implement asset care strategy with a view to driving continuous improvement in equipment reliability, performance, availability and maintenance cost effectiveness
    To provide leadership in ensuring asset care excellence, providing functional asset care advice, driving World class Asset care Ways of Working, managing SAP based asset care system and driving asset care capability/competencies development
    Provide a safe working environment for all staff by ensuring strict compliance to permit work systems
    Maintenance planning for attainment of target plant availability, reliability and asset life cycle
    Monitor utilities usage to facilitate efficient use. Spearhead corrective actions on KPI to keep this usage within budget
    Track through SAP accurate maintenance records, costs, spares, history to generate regular insights for improvement
    Delivery of asset care KPIs as set out in P4G
    Management of legionella control
    Management and maintenance of facilities, buildings and other organisation workplace built assets.
    Prepare all pressure vessels duly for statutory inspection.
    Prepare technical specifications and justifications for CAPEX and specified maintenance.
    Plan and implement approved CAPEX and specified maintenance within allocated budget and time
    Coach and develop effective team players to encourage free interaction with the operations/maintenance team
    Plan, design  and implement green buildings technology

    Qualifications:

    Bsc Mechanical Engineering
    Membership to engineering professional body will be an added advantage

    Experience:

    3 years in a food industry with 1 years training in a grain handling or processing plant.
    Knowledge of refrigeration systems operation and maintenance as well steam systems operation and maintenance

  • Commercial Planning & Activation Manager – Innovations

    Commercial Planning & Activation Manager – Innovations

    Job Description

    Are you hungry for a big opportunity? Do you yearn for a fast-moving, entrepreneurial culture? Do you measure success by what you do as much as what you say?

    This role is located within the KBL Sales department in Customer Marketing. It is critical to the overall KBL short, medium and long-term strategy through leadership of the development of the commercial launch strategies for innovations brands, brilliant execution of these strategies and plans to deliver on the business ambition for all projects. The job holder is expected to have a high ability to work with cross functional teams and develop great relationships both internally with staff and externally with customers to deliver on business outcomes.

    The job holder works closely with the Head of Innovations, Innovations Project Managers, Divisional Sales Managers, Area Business Development Managers, Territory Management Representatives and KBL Distributor Partners. The position is office based with the job holder expected to spend atleast 25% of their working time in trade.
    Purpose of Role
    The purpose of the role is to apply powerful customer and shopper insights to develop best in class innovations commercial strategies and programs to be built into the innovations gate papers detailing the standards of execution by channel for each project and driving the flawless execution of these strategies and programs to deliver the business ambition and beat the competition.
    Dimensions:Financial

    Innovations Project BTL Budget

    Market Complexity
    EABL operates in a very competitive environment that has seen the entrant of new players in the total adult beverage category. This necessitates the need for pro-active business approach. The national distribution structure within the Kenyan alcohol market is key to EABLs delivery of both volume growth and market share.

    Market situation is changing rapidly due to the economic situation, declining disposable incomes and opening up of the economic trading blocks allowing in flow of products from other markets. Consumers are becoming more sophisticated. This requires proactive selling to maximise company market share. Trade is evolving and being more sophisticated especially at retail level.

    Leadership Responsibilities

    Be Authentic: Build and sustain trust with others to create great relationships cross functionally and with customers

    Find Solutions: Think in the future, anticipate trends and opportunities. Generate ideas and look for commercial insights that will drive value

    Consistently Deliver Great Performance: Demonstrate a deep personal accountability for great performance while staying focused on priorities. Demonstrate brilliant execution, be thorough and apply high standards in everything you and do

    Grow Yourself: Look for and respond to feedback.
    ResponsibilitiesPlan

    Best in class commercial strategies and plans and commercial tool-kits are delivered for each project
    Accurate forecasting for new innovation brands (both bottom up as well as top down forecasts)
    Applies powerful customer and shopper insights to innovations projects
    Search & spin opportunities across categories are commercialized with pace and excellence
    SMART KPIs are set for each Project

    Execute

    The execution of commercial launch plans is delivered with excellence
    Commercial teams and customers are engaged to flawlessly execute innovation launches and sales programs
    Builds alignment and c reates clear ways of working with other functions
    Troubleshoots issues and supports interventions when needed

    Measure

    Leads performance conversations to affect positive change and growth
    Develops mitigation plans to ensure delivery of innovations AOP
    L eads ongoing tracking of KPIs

    Qualifications and Experience Required

    A Business related degree
    Aleast 5 years experience in a commercial role
    Very commercially astute, understands key commercial drivers
    Competent in P&L management
    Strong consumer and customer marketing/sales capabilities
    Excellent analytical skills
    Strong communication skills
    Engaging presentation capability
    Highly skilled in fostering commitment and creating alignment across consumer and customer agendas
    Ability to work with ambiguity and at pace on multiple projects
    Sufficient gravitas to present to and influence key stakeholders at senior levels

  • Customs & Excise Manager

    Customs & Excise Manager

    Job Description :
    Purpose
    Provide proactive, high quality specialist global trade & excise governance leadership to ensure the effective management of Diageo’s global trade affairs locally within East Africa (EABL – Kenya) . Apply and execute Global CoE (Centre of Expertise) strategies and policies to manage and mitigate key risks.
    Accountabilities

    Participate in developing and executing strategies, policies, standards, guidelines for global trade management and drive adoption of, and adherence to, policies and standard
    Provide specialist support on regional global trade issues and support the business by reviewing the implications of business initiated projects to Kenya’s operational structure and value chain
    Participate in global trade projects to deliver shareholder value/manage potential exposures
    Proactively support the delivery of the Global Trade CoE objectives aiming to standardize and simplify processes and procedures
    Keep up to date with customs and excise regulatory changes and best practice; identify risks and opportunities and recommend actions

    Key interactions – Internal

    Regional Supply business partners and business unit leaders – develop and maintain a strong working relationship and keep up to date with business priorities and developments
    Global Trade Governance Centre of Expertise Team, Specialist global functions – Legal, Corporate Relations and Group Tax.  Collaborating with these functions as required to deliver end to end Supply chain efficiency
    Regional DEO (Diageo Eneterprise Operations) – maintain a good working relationship with the DEO customs and excise team
    Supply Governance & Change – provide specialist global trade support to the delivery of change programmes

    Key interactions – External

    Customs & Excise authorities – proactive management of the relationship with customs and excise – including

    Managing site audits and resultant inquiries
    Providing documentation where requested
    Dealing with technical inquiries

    3PL production, warehousing, logistics providers and customs agents   –

    Agreed delivery metrics supported by KPI’s. 
    Perform annual full audit on the 3PL
    Operate regular Service Review Calls
    First point of contact for the 3PL

    Ensure that the correct customs & excise guarantees, licences and approvals are held for operations

    Ensure there are the correct licences, approvals in place for any operational changes

    Trade bodies – contribute on specialist areas and share knowledge and intelligence with other large corporates and/or MNCs

    Critical Capabilities

    Global Trade governance
    Managing risk
    Internal control
    Embedding compliance and ethics

    Qualifications / experience

    Experience of leadership within a Global Trade/Supply function in a global multinational
    Experience of providing domestic and cross border technical advice
    Effective project management and implementation skills
    Good team working and communication skills across diverse cultures
    At least 5 – 8 years experience in trade and customs & excise environment globally or at a local scale

  • Customs & Bond Manager

    Customs & Bond Manager

    Job Description

    Purpose
    Provide proactive, high quality specialist global trade & excise governance leadership to ensure the effective management of Diageo’s global trade affairs locally within East Africa (EABL – Kenya) . Apply and execute Global CoE (Centre of Expertise) strategies and policies to manage and mitigate key risks.
     
    Accountabilities

    Participate in developing and executing strategies, policies, standards, guidelines for global trade management and drive adoption of, and adherence to, policies and standard
    Provide specialist support on regional global trade issues and support the business by reviewing the implications of business initiated projects to Kenya’s operational structure and value chain
    Participate in global trade projects to deliver shareholder value/manage potential exposures
    Proactively support the delivery of the Global Trade CoE objectives aiming to standardize and simplify processes and procedures
    Keep up to date with customs and excise regulatory changes and best practice; identify risks and opportunities and recommend actions

    Key interactions – Internal

    Regional Supply business partners and business unit leaders – develop and maintain a strong working relationship and keep up to date with business priorities and developments
    Global Trade Governance Centre of Expertise Team, Specialist global functions – Legal, Corporate Relations and Group Tax. Collaborating with these functions as required to deliver end to end Supply chain efficiency
    Regional DEO (Diageo Eneterprise Operations) – maintain a good working relationship with the DEO customs and excise team
    Supply Governance & Change – provide specialist global trade support to the delivery of change programmes

    Key interactions – External

    Customs & Excise authorities – proactive management of the relationship with customs and excise – including

    Managing site audits and resultant inquiries
    Providing documentation where requested
    Dealing with technical inquiries

    3PL production, warehousing, logistics providers and customs agents –

    Agreed delivery metrics supported by KPI’s.
    Perform annual full audit on the 3PL
    Operate regular Service Review Calls
    First point of contact for the 3PL

    Ensure that the correct customs & excise guarantees, licences and approvals are held for operations

    Ensure there are the correct licences, approvals in place for any operational changes

    Trade bodies – contribute on specialist areas and share knowledge and intelligence with other large corporates and/or MNCs

    Critical Capabilities

    Global Trade governance
    Managing risk
    Internal control
    Embedding compliance and ethics
     

    Qualifications / Experience

    Experience of leadership within a Global Trade/Supply function in a global multinational
    Experience of providing domestic and cross border technical advice
    Effective project management and implementation skills
    Good team working and communication skills across diverse cultures
    At least 5 – 8 years experience in trade and customs & excise environment globally or at a local scale

  • Senior Innovations Manager

    Senior Innovations Manager

    Job Description :
    Are you hungry for a big opportunity?  Do you yearn for a fast-moving, entrepreneurial culture?  Do you measure success by what you do as much as what you say?  Are you motivated by brilliant execution of new ideas that delight consumers and are compelling to the retailer?
    The role is an integral part of the Innovation leadership team. The innovation team is charged with the responsibility of delivering 25% of the business growth to come through Innovations in the next 5 years. This is a critical task in achieving the future growth for the business.
    The innovation team therefore plays a critical role in shaping the future of the business, delivering innovations that respond to consumer and customer trends and innovations that are reshaping the choice available to our consumers.
    We believe in learning quickly and adjusting our plans as we execute. This calls for constant awareness of the environment, acting on insights that can be boldly and quickly executed in the market. We have learned that innovations sometimes surprise us.
    We are creators, we build brands from scratch such as Chrome, Balozi and Orijin and also create new variants of local brands such as Kenya Cane Citrus and Smirnoff Ice Guarana. In the spirit of making marketing simple, we also work collaboratively with global teams to introduce international brands in a way that is compelling and truly transformational such as recently launched Captain Morgan Gold.
    To deliver that we need a black-belt Senior Innovation Manager, accountable for delivering game changing innovation projects. A self-motivated, entrepreneurial individual who will be a great addition to the team and who shares our beliefs. If this is you, then welcome to the Innovation team at EABL.
    Purpose of Role
    A key part of this role is to ensure the use of creative excellence, disciplined project leadership and management in crafting new opportunities and brands from multiple start points.
    The Innovation Manager will lead projects designed to deliver against the local market’s programme, priorities and strategy as well as influencing the business with the scalability of projects.
    The role will require:

    Inspiring leadership and influencing skills both within project teams, with global teams and with senior leaders around the business.
    Great consumer and customer understanding to generate insights on consumer behaviour that would deliver successful innovations uptake and great commercial execution.
    Strong team leadership to deliver brilliant execution through agency partners for both above-the-line and below-the-line work in order to deliver the innovations in an accessible way that meets consumer needs and is profitable to the business.

    Top 5 Accountabilities

    Product Innovation: Through a natural instinct of what consumers want, lead the development of Concepts, Design & Communications for both new brand launches as well as brand extensions on existing brands. Complete this through the GATE process, influencing & inspiring the organisation behind your vision.
    Project management:  leading the development of multiple innovation projects at once, you will be an expert in project management & mastering a range of project management tools will deliver all projects on time & within budget. 
    World-Class Execution Launches: Working in partnership with the Supply brand change managers and Commercialisation Managers to develop and commercialize the product innovation. Will require clear setting the execution standards and goals for launches, delivering & executing full consumer & commercial launches flawlessly, to time & to budget. This will include new brand launches as well as rolling out proven innovations from other markets.
    Influencing & Inspiring. It is critical that you can effectively influence & inspire the cross-functional project team to deliver the Ambition. This means genuine relationships, tough conversations when needed & above all to be a master of inspiring the business to the opportunity the innovation has for the business in the future.
    Performance management: Through a strong understating of the business and understanding the relative commercial levers required to deliver the performance ambitions you will consistently measure and intervene to make sure all projects deliver to target. Timely escalations and course correction based on judgement from the performance tracking.

    Key Relationships: EABL Kenya Executive team, Marketing team, Technical and brand change team, Finance team, Consumer research team, Sales and commercial team, Procurement team, Corporate Affairs team, Supply chain team, Quality and Brand assurance team, 3rd party agencies.
    Qualifications & Experience Required:

    You have 7+ years of marketing, innovation or commercial experience & have a proven track record of amazing results.
    You will demonstrate meticulous project management, strong marketing judgement & commercial grounding to ensure delivery of plans.
    You will have strong entrepreneurial flair to both identify new opportunities & navigate your project challenges through the complex business landscape.
    A great communicator, you build strong interpersonal networks within the business & have the ability to manage stakeholders in a clear concise manner. You are comfortable managing complexity with a demonstrated track record of managing an agenda of multiple priorities & stakeholders, juggling multiple projects & complex project timeline.
    You demonstrate drive, delivery & determination.
    Resilience is key! You should  be result oriented with a track record of consistently delivering strong performance.
    Line management & leadership. Leading, inspiring & coaching cross functional team members and 3rd party agencies.

    Qualifications: Educated to Graduate level in a related field.

  • Early Career Internship Program

    Early Career Internship Program

    At EABL, we take pride in continuously investing in Talent to ensure that we have the best pool of resources across our Markets. This goes hand in hand with our ambition to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products company in Africa.
     
    Our Early Career Internship program (ECIP) runs quarterly; January-March, April-June, July-September and October-December. Applications open in the second month of every preceding quarter. Apply now or create your profile for the next intake.
    To apply for the internship program:

    You must be a 3rd year or final year student– (i.e. going back to school to continue with studies after internship) in a public or accredited private academic institutions undertaking a Bachelor’s Degree.
    You must be on break/ holiday from school during the internship period for this intake which is 1st January – 31st March 2020

    What you will need:

    A successful intern has a desire to gain professional experience and is incredibly eager to learn and explore possibilities.
    Strong listening skills are also required to perform this role.
    Oral and written communication skills, the ability to follow directions, as well as not being afraid to ask questions will ensure a productive internship.
    An excellent Excel Spreadsheet skill is essential.
    Very articulate with fluent English.
    Patient, attention to detail, fast learner, committed, able to follow instructions, can work quickly and accurately under pressure.
    Keen to learn about the markets and also with a high attention to detail and pride in their work at this initial stage of their career development
    A commitment to completing the 3 months internship program

    Mandatory Requirements

    Letter from your institution indicating you are a student there and/or require internship as part of requirement for course completion.
    Personal Accident insurance cover for the period of the internship
    Bank account details
    Copy of National Identity Card.

    The internship is for a fixed period of three months without extension

  • Micro-biology Manager

    Micro-biology Manager

    Market Complexity
    The Kenya beer market is very complex with many international and local competitors therefore requires a ruthless focus on quality gates at each stage of beer release and at the same time driving down the cost of goods sold.
    It is critical that the company maintain high quality of water, Malt, barley, process aids and brands through effective Microbiological and sensory procedures in order to remain at the top in the market and satisfy the expectations and needs of the consumer at competitive cost.
    Purpose of the Role
    To prevent, diagnose and control beer infections by identifying and characterizing organisms across the entire brewing chain while achieving or exceeding the business targets for Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Safety as defined in the annual operating plan (AOP).
     As a Sensory panel leader, run an effective sensory panel according to Diageo way of brewing standards, coordinate release of product to trade and guide the site on improvement programs required to improve the sensory quality ratings.
    Key Accountabilities

    Lead the implementation of the Mandatory Product and Plant hygiene standards in accordance with the DWB (Diageo Way of Brewing) and Food Safety Microbiological standards across the businesses.
    As a site Sensory panel leader ensures Quality and safe finished products are released to the trade by the leadership team and help in protecting our Brand image.
    Responsible for the entire yeast management at KBL site for effective Control of fermentation in brewing therefore minimizing process waste and maximizing on turn-around times and taking appropriate actions to ensure quality products are produced.
    Participate in the implementation of Food safety, Quality, Environment and Safety Management Systems according to FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, ISO14001 and BS 18001 requirements respectively.
    Lead the identification of risks associated with microbiology in the processes, mitigation actions and drive closure of identified corrective and preventative action.
    Participate in implementation of the Quality Strategy, manage risks associated with product quality in relation to Microbiology & Sensory.
    Support innovations of new product by providing the required support in all microbiology & sensory aspects.
    Delivery of site Quality Targets as aligned in the Annual Operating Plan.
    Monitor ‘Legionella’ risk on site and follow through mitigation actions with relevant departments on site.

    Qualifications & Experience

    Degree in Microbiology
    IBD (International Brewing qualification), preferably to Diploma level, detailed knowledge of Brewing, Spirits and Packaging processes and exposure with developments in Brewing Best Practice would be ideal
    At least Five years’ experience in Busy food Manufacturing Industry
    Comprehensive knowledge of ISO 9001, HACCP, ISO 14001 & OHSAS 18001, ISO 22000.
    Lead Assessor or auditor
    Excellent computer skills-applications related to MS office and internet
    Strong leadership & coaching capability, discernment skills and able to apply principles of change management
    Strong ability to manage budgets and costs – able to analyse financial and technical data as required and take the necessary consequential steps in the span of control.
    Be a skilled trainer and able to impart knowledge effectively

  • Shift Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer Machine Operators RTC Development Services Manager Maintenance Planner Regional Spirits and RTC Development Manager

    Shift Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer Machine Operators RTC Development Services Manager Maintenance Planner Regional Spirits and RTC Development Manager

    Scope
    KBL operates within a multi-cultural, multinational, multi-currency environment. KBL operates within the East African region and currently enjoys a significant market share in beverages business.
    This role works directly with the Asset care manager Site engineering Planner, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers and Head of engineering and very closely with the Utilities contracts managers, Supply teams, Engineering stores manager, Shift Technicians and the Technical operators. This role also has regular contacts with Utility Providers, Contractors, Equipment suppliers and consultants and Site safety
    Market Complexity
    The company has undergone changes in its asset care policy through adoption of business centred maintenance (BCM) strategy focused on attaining maximum equipment availability and performance at optimum cost.
    The role works hand in hand with the Mechanical Engineer – Utilities and Lead engineer – Brewing and Utilities in executing asset care performance objectives with kpi’s to address all key elements of the strategy.
    The role are aimed at maximising the performance, availability and efficiency of plant and equipment; quality; safety and cost reduction
    Purpose of Role

    To lead, manage and co-ordinate maintenance services to Electrical, Automation & Instrumentation Systems in Utilities (Engineering Services), UDV, Effluent treatment plants, Water treatment plants, laboratories and KBL internal warehouses.
    To lead, manage and co-ordinate maintenance services to Electrical, Automation & Instrumentation Systems in KBL/ Diageo specific externally owned and managed facilities.
    To Lead, Manage and coordinate site calibration and statutory requirements both with internal and external parties.

    Top Accountabilities

    Ensure calibration and planned maintenance operations are done in accordance with agreed procedures.
    Ensure breakdown/diagnostic maintenance is done as required in accordance with agreed procedures.
    Determination of annual specified and periodic maintenance budgetary requirements
    Recommend replacement and/or upgrading of equipment’s.
    Ensure records are maintained for all works carried out.
    Ensure safety and emergency systems are operational.
    Recommend direct procurement of spares that are not available in the store. Order spares and other items used within the section.
    Prepare digests for plant overhauls, maintenance and
    Responsible for Review & Action Maintenance Requests
    Ensure Maintenance plans are adhered to.
    Prepare malfunction reports, Create maintenance requests and confirmation of orders
    Track spares availability and recommend &implement upgrade of parts.
    Design/Implementation of modifications to the existing Electrical, Instrumentation and Control Systems to suit user requirements.
    Ensure quality procedures are planned, effected and documented.
    Ensure availability of documented Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Plans for all automation systems site-wide.
    Provide interface between Operations and IS&T on issues related to MIS for Plant Automated systems
    Ensure agreed standards have been provided for the performance of all instruments.
    Plays a key role in all Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls implementation for new plants/projects.
    Maintain formal environmental and Occupational Health & Safety management systems that shall ensure effective management and continual improvement in Utilities.
    The job involves working on complex Instrumentation, Control & Power systems covering the following :

    Fridge plant ,CO2 plant ,Steam Boiler plants, Compressed Air plant control, Water treatment plants, Effluent treatment plants , Old & New Warehouse outdoor and indoor industrial and domestic lighting, and weigh bridge systems
    Laboratories and laboratory equipment
    Electrical power supply plant including these sub stations: 66kv, 11kv Main, 11kv Packaging, 11kv Brewing and 11kv New Warehouse, Corporate Building and Stand-by Generators operation for the entire site.
    KBL owned and managed facilities , internal and external to the plant
    Decision Making Authority

    Decide on implementation of engineering and maintenance issues within agreed standards.
    Decide on temporary remedial measures and modification on Electrical & Instrumentation systems to sustain production while arrangements for permanent solution are being made.
    Recommend on the need for external/overseas assistance
    Engage contractors for engineering and maintenance jobs at the site on need basis to ensure plant availability and maintenance for maximum production.
    Freedom of action within company policy and procedures.
    Evaluation of the quality of spares supplied.
    Recommend stocking of non-stock items.

     Key Performance Indicators

    Execution of maintenance activities to plan.
    Mean time to Repair and Mean time between failures of key plants and equipment.
    Delivery of Asset care strategy within Budget.
    Safety equipment is maintained at 100%.
    Achieving plant availability and Reliability in line with production.
    Essential spares identified and in stock.
    New installations/plants operate as per agreed commissioning standards.

    Relationships

    Electrical &Instrumentation Engineer on day-to-day activities in Utilities, UDV, ETP, Laboratories and New Ware House and laboratory and other facilities.
    Engineering manager on receipt of ordered services.
    Utilities Asset Care Manager in relation to shutdowns, maintenance, plant availability, breakdown maintenance and modifications.
    Quality Control Manager on Calibration and maintenance of Laboratory equipment; and on the quality system (ISO 9002).
    Shift Brewers, Packaging Lines Team Leaders, process technicians and Utilities Technical operators on day-to-day activities Fridge Plant, CO2 plant, Steam plant, Compressed Air plant and Water plant.
    Purchasing and Stores on purchase of spares and hiring of contractors.
    Spares suppliers on orders and specifications.
    Work with External contractors on commissioning of contracted new installations and supervision of repair/service and maintenance works.

    Qualifications and Experience Required

    Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, chemical and process or Mechatronics Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering.
    Recognized qualification in computer/information technology necessary
    Safety qualification – preferably NEBOSH certified.
    Certified High Voltage Generation and Distribution Qualification.
    Certified Energy Engineer will be an added advantage
    Certified Solar PV Tier 3 licence holder – will be an added advantage
    At least 5 years working experience in maintenance and calibration of electrical/instruments and control systems.
    Familiarity with Instrumentation and control designs.
    5 years’ experience in Electrical, Instrumentation & Automation plant maintenance management.
    Familiar with networking components both industrial and office

    Skill/Knowledge

    Knowledge of manufacturing SAP application
    Thorough knowledge of PLC systems (functions, hardware and software).
    Thorough knowledge in Instrumentation systems.
    Thorough knowledge of high voltage systems, Steam generation and distribution, Energised Air systems (Compressed air, CO2), refrigeration systems, and Lighting systems.
    Thorough knowledge of low – medium voltage Motors and associated switchgear
    Ability to read and interpret electrical drawing and software listing.
    Knowledge of generators operations and interlock, systems.
    Electronic Instruments (functions, configuration, calibration, testing and fault finding).
    Thorough knowledge in Computer hardware, software and programming.
    Analytical problem solving techniques.
    Understand process control and performance measurements.
    Understand process and utility operations.
    Knowledge of ISO 9001, HACCP, ISO 14001 & OHSAS 18001 standards plus any other management systems that may apply.

    Ideas

    Adapt effectively to changing needs.
    Generates insights about what internal customers need in terms of technical training and development
    Able to think outside the box
    Thorough knowledge in Safety systems , permitting and SFIP protocol

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