Capex Engineer at Diageo

Job Description

Are you a natural leader and problem solver? Then bring your technical expertise to Diageo and be the expert in the development of our products!

The technical function in Diageo is responsible for assuring brand equity and developing innovative supply solutions. It is a customer focused technical resource, combining technical expertise with business and consumer know-how to support brand services, engineering & process development, risk management, brand quality and science & technology. Types of roles in this function include risk managers, project scientists, brand services managers, quality managers and advisers, technicians, technical analysts, development technologists, and engineers.

Role Accountabilities

• Support in formulation of strategic capital development objectives and plans including three-year plans and Capex AOP in line with the overall company objectives.
• Implement projects within applicable company processes from project design and costing, justification for approval to, specifications for tendering by procurement department, technical evaluation of the tenders and eventual supervision of contractors and consultants during the relevant stages in the life of the project.
• Apply governance tools during the project life cycle – Capex validation, 6 pillar standards for project management, internationally recognized engineering standards including but not limited – BS standards, HSE Building Codes, NFPA, ATEX requirements for zoned areas like dusty and highly flammable atmospheres etc
• Cash flow planning, management and reporting for the projects under jurisdiction

Qualifications And Experience Required

• BSc. Engineering and Post graduate qualifications in Engineering or Business Studies (MSc or MBA)
• Registered Professional Engineer or above with Engineers Board of Kenya and/or Institution of Engineers of Kenya is desirable
• At least 8 years as a design engineer or maintenance engineer or a combination of these in FMCG
• Good grasp and understanding of the processes – brewing, spirits blending, packaging and barley malting