Project Manager

Project Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute projects to meet delivery, cost, and quality targets

• Lead contractor and subcontractor teams to meet plant requirements

• Monitor project costs and scope

• Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives

• Assist in CAPEX application processes

• Ensure SHER and food safety compliance across all projects

• Manage Plant and general plant projects

• Provide dairy processing expertise across the group

• Support the Plant Manager in improving production efficiency and reducing costs

• Conduct technical audits on production lines with reporting and recommendations

• Participate in weekly performance meetings and action planning

• Improve production line reliability and availability

• Train plant staff on operational best practices

• Conduct feasibility studies and resource optimisation

• Support knowledge transfer and staff development through training

• Provide technical input for CAPEX planning (3-year horizon)

• Align technical project plans with company strategy and resource availability

• Ensure adherence to best practice standards

• Liaise with engineering design firms, suppliers, and technology providers

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety and other statutory requirements

• Comply with the integrated Risk Management system in equipment design and operations

Required Skills:

• B.Tech/Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (mechanical focus preferred)

• PMP Certification (advantageous)

• 8-10 years of team and project management in FMCG environment

• Strong administrative, planning, and organisational skills

• Excellent leadership and project management capabilities

• Advanced computer skills: MS Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, AutoCAD, ERP systems

• Strong communication, management, and leadership abilities

• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently

• Willingness to work overtime as per plant requirements

• In-depth knowledge of dairy plant operations and equipment

• Proficient with PLCs, SCADA, and various control systems

• Skilled in project management software and MS Projects

• High attention to detail with strong analytical and decision-making skills

• Experience supporting commercial strategies and product development

• Ability to design and implement operational solutions

• Proven ability to resolve engineering issues effectively and efficiently

• Track record of delivering capital projects within time and budget

• Skilled in supplier negotiations and tender processes

• Experienced in setting project targets and managing budgets

• Proven success in managing complex engineering projects