Project Engineer

Energy Jobline ZR; Wales; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading breakfast cereal manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Project Manager to oversee small capital investment projects and ensure funds are used effectively according to the business strategy. This role requires a recognised engineering qualification and safety credentials, with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including a Career Development Plan and subsidised canteen services.

Benefits

Competitive salary reviewed annually

Personalised Career Development Plan

Access to e-learning suite

Life Assurance cover

Subsidised canteen vending

Discounts in staff shop

Annual health surveillance

Free parking on site

Qualifications

• Recognised Engineering qualification required.
• Effective stakeholder management is essential.
• Experience with MS Office suite is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage small capital investment projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Manage project risks and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Effective stakeholder management

Analytic and problem-solving skills

Organised and methodical

Competent with MS Office

Education

Recognised Engineering qualification (Degree or equivalent)

Suitable safety qualifications (e.g. SMSTS, FAAW and IOSH)

Job description

Overview

Deeside Cereals is proudly owned by the Weetabix Food Company. Acquired in December 2023. Our mission is to nourish the nation with better breakfasts that help people live better lives, by delivering great tasting, nutritious breakfasts with passion and excellence. We emphasise a collaborative approach and clear ways of working to win together.

Benefits of Working at Weetabix - Deeside include a competitive salary, personalised Career Development Plan, access to the e-learning suite, pension, Life Assurance, subsidised Canteen vending, staff shop discounts, annual health surveillance (if required), regular business updates, and free parking on site.

Purpose of Role

This role is responsible for designing and managing small capital investment projects (less than £250k), with the support of the Project Manager, to ensure Deeside Cereals' capital funds are spent in line with the business strategy and requirements. The role also supports management of contractors and the health & safety file on larger projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Review project objectives and define full scope of work, complete specification requirements for tender submission.
• Complete fair tender process for project proposal and complete terms & conditions, manage contract negotiations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and prepare the project Capital Submission CAF, manage the budget and timeline for project implementation.
• Prepare project timeline, manage cross-functional stakeholders, plan appropriate window with the Operations Manager, Engineering, Hygiene, Technical, etc.
• Manage project risks, including schedule and project conflicts.
• Approve designs, ensuring compliance with PUWER, DSEAR, and Food Safety standards.
• Review and approve RAMS before commencement of work onsite.
• Complete training to manage work onsite, issuing permits to work, and managing high-risk activities in accordance with legislation and Deeside Cereals' policies.
• Prepare and complete CDM health and safety project file.
• Induct contractors and manage health and safety while work is undertaken onsite. Complete H&S audits. Undertake site EHS audits of the area.
• Conduct regular project reviews and status updates to stakeholders. Prepare monthly project update reports and stage gate progression.
• Be responsible for successful project delivery including management of stakeholders, project team, and effective communication throughout the business.
• The job holder is required to do all tasks considered relevant by their line manager.
• Responsible for Food Safety, Quality and Legality.

Equal Opportunities

The Company strives to be an equal opportunities employer. Decisions concerning recruitment, promotion, dismissal or any other aspect of employment will be based on the needs of the business and not on factors such as race, gender, age, disability, or marital status.

Requirements

• Recognised Engineering qualification (Degree or equivalent).
• Suitable safety qualifications (e.g. SMSTS, FAAW and IOSH).
• Effective stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly understand business processes and technical requirements.
• Competent with MS Office and standard Engineering applications.
• Organised and methodical.
• Highly computer literate with experience of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• A competitive salary which is reviewed annually.
• A personalised Career Development Plan.
• Access to the company's e-learning suite.
• Access to the company pension scheme.
• Life Assurance cover.
• Heavily-subsidised vending service in the Canteen.
• Access to the Company Staff Shop at discounted prices.
• A health surveillance medical every year (if required).
• Regular business updates.
• Free parking on site.