Engineering Manager – Paper & Packaging Industry

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering and maintenance team to ensure optimal plant performance
• Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance strategies
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (lean manufacturing, cost reduction, efficiency improvements)
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and quality standards
• Manage capital projects, including equipment upgrades, installations, and commissioning
• Oversee maintenance budgets, resource allocation, and contractor management
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to minimise downtime and improve output
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards (e.g., OHSA, ISO standards)
• Implement asset management systems and best practices

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• GCC (Government Certificate of Competency) – advantageous
• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment (paper, pulp, or packaging preferred)
• At least 3–5 years in a management role
• Strong knowledge of plant maintenance, reliability engineering, and asset management systems
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Key Competencies

• Leadership and team development
• Strategic thinking and planning
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines