Head of Engineering & Automation Strategy

Kinrise; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinrise is a fast-growing Australian food manufacturer seeking a Head of Engineering and Automation to translate business strategy into a prioritised program across Kinrise. You will develop a 3–5 year roadmap to improve safety, quality, and efficiency and lead initiatives from business case through commissioning and benefits realisation.

You will collaborate with Operations, Safety, Quality and Finance, building engineering standards and leading capability across sites while moving between

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, automation or related field.
• Desirable: project management or asset management training (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Lean, Six Sigma).
• Desirable: machinery safety, hygienic design, automation controls knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Kinrise's engineering, automation and manufacturing technology strategy.
• Lead capital planning and oversee major automation projects > $100,000.
• Establish reliability and asset-management standards across sites.
• Define standards for controls, safety, documentation and energy efficiency.
• Lead change management and stakeholder engagement for major tech shifts.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Technical judgement

Commercial & financial acumen

Problem solving

Influence senior leaders

Change leadership

Communication

Leadership & governance

Safety commitment

Education

Engineering degree (mechanical/electrical/mechatronics/automation)

Job description

Kinrise is a fast-growing Australian food manufacturer seeking a Head of Engineering and Automation to translate business strategy into a prioritised program across Kinrise. You will develop a 3–5 year roadmap to improve safety, quality, and efficiency and lead initiatives from business case through commissioning and benefits realisation.

You will collaborate with Operations, Safety, Quality and Finance, building engineering standards and leading capability across sites while moving between