Engineering Manager: Food Plant Innovation & Reliability

Spikan - Hr Consultancy; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transformative learning journey

Shape sustainable food technology

Collaborative culture

Job summary

dsm-firmenich is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead large-scale Capex projects at our Midrand operations site. You will drive engineering excellence, ensure compliance with GMP, FSSC and site standards, and coordinate internal teams, contractors and partners across Electrical, Civil and Mechanical disciplines.

The role focuses on a multi-year refurbishment program, with opportunities to improve efficiency, mentor teams, and deliver high-impact solutions that support sustainable innovation in

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering.
• GCC - South Africa certification is required.
• Project Management certification is required.
• Lean Six Sigma qualification is preferred.
• Experience in the food processing industry with GMP/FSSC/SHE compliance is expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale Capex projects across Electrical, Civil and Mechanical disciplines.
• Ensure activities comply with GMP, FSSC, SHE and site standards.
• Coordinate contractors, internal teams and external partners for timely delivery.
• Maintain engineering documentation, drawings, O&M documents and permits to work.
• Collaborate with site stakeholders to resolve technical challenges.
• Oversee testing, commissioning, MOC, FAT and project close-out.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder management

Education

Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering degree

GCC - South Africa

Lean Six Sigma (preferred)

Project Management certification required

Job description

dsm-firmenich is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead large-scale Capex projects at our Midrand operations site. You will drive engineering excellence, ensure compliance with GMP, FSSC and site standards, and coordinate internal teams, contractors and partners across Electrical, Civil and Mechanical disciplines.

The role focuses on a multi-year refurbishment program, with opportunities to improve efficiency, mentor teams, and deliver high-impact solutions that support sustainable innovation in