ICE Engineer

Unilever Brazil; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consumer goods company located in Boksburg is seeking an ICE Engineer to manage operations and drive improvements in the Instrumentation and Control program. This role includes overseeing a five-person team, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and supervising cybersecurity efforts. The right candidate will have a degree in Engineering and experience in project management, maintenance, and cybersecurity practices. The position offers a full-time contract with a focus on operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in implementing improvement projects in manufacturing settings.
• Proficient in managing operational teams and driving performance improvements.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement operational improvements for hardware/software.
• Manage Capex projects and ensure compliance with budgets.
• Maintain Instrument and Control Infrastructure to meet safety standards.
• Supervise cybersecurity measures and disaster recovery planning.

Skills

PLC networking

Cybersecurity

Maintenance

Project management

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

HMI systems

OPC servers

Job description

Unilever is currently hiring for ICE Engineer
Function: Supply Chain
Reports to: Automation & Digital Lead
Scope: Local
Location: Boksburg
Terms & Conditions: Full time

ABOUT UNILEVER

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

JOB PURPOSE

Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world.

The purpose of this role is to Partner the Automation and Digital Lead in driving a world-class Instrumentation and Control program at Unilever Boksburg Powders Factory, the second biggest factory of it’s type in the world. Manage daily operations five-person team, covering operational work, maintenance, troubleshooting, incident management, and all related activities to ensure operational effectiveness.

To Identify improvement areas in site instrumentation and controls, execute improvement projects on time and within budget. Ensure cybersecurity program and robust business continuity plans are in place.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

1. Recommend and Design Hardware / Software Operational Improvements (15%)

• Recommend hardware/software for factory use, considering cost/benefit.
• Design control system hardware/software solutions.
• Commission new systems with technicians.
• Manage PLC networking, OPC servers, and HMI interfaces.
• Ensure P&IDs are up-to-date and match the control system.

2. Project Management and Business Improvement Implementation (15%)

• Design, execute, and approve Capex projects.
• Document and train users on operations.
• Train maintenance and operating personnel on new control systems.
• Manage project budgets and ensure compliance.
• Oversee ICE OPEX budget and equipment obsolescence planning.

3. Maintenance, Fault-finding & Continuous Operations (40%)

• Ensure Instrument, Control, and Electrical Infrastructure is maintained to meet safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with legal and statutory requirements.
• Develop and implement PPM calendar for ICE and cybersecurity.
• Ensure team keep control systems operational through fault-finding and corrections.
• Manage system integrity, backups, and disaster recovery plans.
• Ensure effective response to ICE-related breakdowns, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Upon escalation, resolve more challenging breakdowns.

4. SHE (5%)

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and standards by own team and vendors.
• Support SHE department in accident and incident investigations.
• Assist Ops with start-up checklists (PSSR).

5. Supervise Cyber Security (5%)

• Supervise work of the Cybersecurity and OT Analyst on site (TA3 role).
• Support them in implementation of the factory’s cybersecurity program.
• Follow factory cybersecurity standards and guidance.
• Assist that role, local teams, and global team with response to malicious threats.
• Complete and communicate incident reporting procedures.

6. Obsolescence and Disaster Recovery (5%)

• Develop and test disaster recovery plans for cybersecurity attacks, data loss, or theft.
• Assign clear ownership and involve the whole site.
• Document systems, owners, and criticality.