Head of Engineering (Engineering Director)

Responsibilities:

• Site Engineering Leadership

• Lead and manage all engineering activities across HC and BPC plants at the Minburi site.

• Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant equipment and utilities.

• Oversee capital projects, maintenance strategies, and engineering compliance.

• Central Utilities Oversight

• Manage the performance, reliability, and sustainability of central utilities (e.g., steam, chilled water, compressed air, power).

• Drive energy efficiency and utility cost optimization initiatives.

• Transformation & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and execute engineering transformation programs aligned with business goals (e.g., digitalization, automation, sustainability).

• Champion lean manufacturing, TPM, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver productivity and performance improvements.

• Engineering Capability Building

• Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for engineering capability development.

• Build a strong engineering talent pipeline through coaching, mentoring, and training.

• Foster a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and problem-solving.

• Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and environmental standards.

• Lead risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for critical assets and processes.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related field).

• 10+ years of progressive engineering leadership experience in manufacturing, preferably in FMCG or process industries.

• Proven experience managing multi-plant operations and central utilities.

• Strong track record in leading transformation and capability-building initiatives.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Fluent in English and Thai (preferred).