Posted
23-Oct-2024
Job type
Full time
Country
United Kingdom
Location
Glasgow
Lead recruiter
Evelyn Elliott
Function
Supply & Logistics
Reporting Line
Engineering Projects
On-site/Remote
On-site
Level of experience
Individual Contributor/Support (Non - Managers)
Contract type
Permanent

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

What does a Project Engineer (Distilling) do?

Member of Bacardi UK Supply Engineering Team, you will provide professional capex project management and engineering technical support to our Malt Distilling & Maturation sites. A key PM role, working with local management team(s) plus other internal & external stakeholders, leading / supporting development & delivery of large capex projects aligned to UK Supply Chain Best 10 & Beyond Big Bets. 

Additionally, providing engineering support in energy reduction initiatives within distilling and technology evaluations for UK Supply’s ambition for Net Zero operational sites by 2030.   

About You

You will be an Engineering Graduate or ideally Chartered Engineering Professional (or working towards) with industry experience, have passion for continuous improvement / innovation and delivery track record.

You will have led major capex projects, have a good understanding of capex project management processes with sound knowledge of health & safety plus environmental legislation applicable to malt distilling.

You have excellent matrix teamworking, organisational & communication skills, plus ability to effectively influence key internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

RESPONSIBILITIES

With our consumer at the heart your key focus will be
  • Support development and delivery of specific major capex projects for Malt Distilling sites within Bacardi UK Supply Chain within Strategic Scotch Whisky Investment Plan.
  • Project manage capex projects from conception to completion engaging effectively with all internal and external stakeholders, ensuring delivery to: Specification, Programme and Budget requirements.
  • Ensure projects comply fully with Bacardi UK Supply Capex Project Management Processes including management of change (MOC) procedures. 
  • Ensure projects are delivered to current Legislation and Bacardi UK Supply Engineering Standards working collaboratively with SQS and Distillery teams plus sharing of best practice. (e.g., CDM, DSEAR, Process / Functional Safety, PSSR, PUWER etc.)
  • Manage all project specific contractor activities ensuring compliance with site safety requirements.
  • Provide technical / engineering support on UK Supply’s ambitious drive to Net Zero by 2030. 
  • Help ensure distillery technical records are up to-date as per UK Supply MOC Procedures (deployed consistently).
  • Provide technical advice and coaching support to malt distilling operational teams.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

The skills and experience needed to create your legacy
  • University Degree (Engineering or Science based) ideally Chartered, minimum 3-5 years industry experience. 
  • General working knowledge of malt distilling processes and associated process plant.
  • Excellent project management skills in development and delivery of major capital projects.
  • Good understanding of asset care, maintenance excellence and plant reliability optimisation techniques. 
  • Working knowledge of health & safety legislation, including CDM, DSEAR, PUWER and Asbestos Management (ideally hold NEBOSH qualification). 
Personal Qualities
  • Lives Bacardi Values.
  • Fearless: Challenges constructively to drive improvement, innovative mindset, finds better ways, eliminates roadblocks, seizes opportunities, embraces/leads change in positive way.
  • Founders: Demonstrates entrepreneurial mindset, have a can-do attitude, tries new things to make progress, spends wisely to drive best value.

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

  • Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
  • Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
  • People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
  • Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
  • Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with
  • Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience


Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity. 


U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

PERKS OF WORKING WITH US

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement

  • Competitive Pay Package
  • Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
  • Retirement/Pension Plan

Health & Wellbeing

  • Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
  • Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

Additional Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements (depending on role/office/site location)
  • Access to E-learning Platforms and Career Development programs
  • Travel Discounts ( i.e., hotel and car rental)
  • And much more!
The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.

Be a Part of Our Culture

BE                  Fearless

We empower our teams to question, challenge and innovate.

This means adopting an agile mindset, being comfortable with trying new things and taking risks, without being reckless.

BEHAVE LIKE Family

We treat each other, and our communities, like family. Always.

We are all ‘Primos’ (Spanish for cousins) at Bacardi. Being part of the family gives you the support you need to be the best you can be.

THINK LIKE A Founder

The spirit of entrepreneurship is at the heart of everything we do.

Everyone at Bacardi sees this business as their own. We do the right thing for the business and take accountability for our work.

LIFE INSIDE BACARDI Career Stories

Be Fearless, act like a Founder.

Follow our Primos on their journey to success. Where did they start and what’s it like to work for Bacardi? You too can be part of our story.

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