Engineering and Sustainability Manager
2025-09-08T15:38:08+00:00
BAT
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Lusaka
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Business Management and Administration
Science & Engineering
2025-09-13T17:00:00+00:00
Zambia
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The role will be focused to cost effectively and efficiently manage all Engineering activities, Utilities, Environment health and Safety, Facilities, Capital Projects and infrastructure for BAT Zambia
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Manage the maintenance and engineering functions according to best international practices to achieve company plan targets and customer satisfaction with regards to machine efficiency and reliability(OEE), world class quality, lowest possible conversion cost, waste reduction (all its forms), productivity per module
- Define resource requirements in terms of people, equipment, and technology in order to respond to market needs in the most effective way for the product and volume.
- Train and develop the skills of subordinates (supervisors through to technicians) in order to increase overall performance.
- Define and implement maintenance philosophy procedures and schedule to ensure plant reliability.
- Manage Capex program related to operations equipment and machinery to deliver on time and within budget projects that enhance productivity and quality and in line with global strategic guidelines.
- Define and implement appropriate long term and short-term technological strategies (mechanical, electrical) to improve the capabilities of the factory.
- As a member of the operations management team contribute to the definition of the operational vision, strategies and policies in order to cope with present and future challenges and opportunities.
- Manage the expenses relating to manufacturing and engineering to minimise operational costs
- Identify and evaluate all existing and potential threats to the operating company’s business arising from environmental impacts , health and safety risks , inform and recommend actions to head of function responsible and develop and implement agreed internal controls systems and procedures and solutions.
- Manage and nurture good industrial relations to guarantee that company objectives are met and be properly informed on all key legislation relating to Labour Laws and Factory Works Act.
- Participates in operations budget planning and manage and controls the expenses relating to engineering &EHS department to minimise operational costs
What are we looking for?
- Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Processing Engineering
- At least 5 years engineering management experience in a manufacturing setup;
- Project Management experience represents an advantage
- Experience in managing a team
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing/problem solving tools as well as of SAP maintenance system will be considered as an added advantage
- Strong leadership and influencing skills, as well as stakeholders’ management capabilities
What we offer you?
• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn’t limited by boundaries; it’s propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn’t just a statement – it’s a reality we’re eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You’ll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
Manage the maintenance and engineering functions according to best international practices to achieve company plan targets and customer satisfaction with regards to machine efficiency and reliability(OEE), world class quality, lowest possible conversion cost, waste reduction (all its forms), productivity per module Define resource requirements in terms of people, equipment, and technology in order to respond to market needs in the most effective way for the product and volume. Train and develop the skills of subordinates (supervisors through to technicians) in order to increase overall performance. Define and implement maintenance philosophy procedures and schedule to ensure plant reliability. Manage Capex program related to operations equipment and machinery to deliver on time and within budget projects that enhance productivity and quality and in line with global strategic guidelines. Define and implement appropriate long term and short-term technological strategies (mechanical, electrical) to improve the capabilities of the factory. As a member of the operations management team contribute to the definition of the operational vision, strategies and policies in order to cope with present and future challenges and opportunities. Manage the expenses relating to manufacturing and engineering to minimise operational costs Identify and evaluate all existing and potential threats to the operating company’s business arising from environmental impacts , health and safety risks , inform and recommend actions to head of function responsible and develop and implement agreed internal controls systems and procedures and solutions. Manage and nurture good industrial relations to guarantee that company objectives are met and be properly informed on all key legislation relating to Labour Laws and Factory Works Act. Participates in operations budget planning and manage and controls the expenses relating to engineering &EHS department to minimise operational costs
Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Processing Engineering At least 5 years engineering management experience in a manufacturing setup; Project Management experience represents an advantage Experience in managing a team Knowledge of lean manufacturing/problem solving tools as well as of SAP maintenance system will be considered as an added advantage Strong leadership and influencing skills, as well as stakeholders’ management capabilities
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Vacancy title:
Engineering and Sustainability Manager
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Business Management and Administration, Category: Science & Engineering]
Jobs at:
BAT
Deadline of this Job:
Saturday, September 13 2025
Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka | Zambia
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, September 8 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
The role will be focused to cost effectively and efficiently manage all Engineering activities, Utilities, Environment health and Safety, Facilities, Capital Projects and infrastructure for BAT Zambia
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Manage the maintenance and engineering functions according to best international practices to achieve company plan targets and customer satisfaction with regards to machine efficiency and reliability(OEE), world class quality, lowest possible conversion cost, waste reduction (all its forms), productivity per module
- Define resource requirements in terms of people, equipment, and technology in order to respond to market needs in the most effective way for the product and volume.
- Train and develop the skills of subordinates (supervisors through to technicians) in order to increase overall performance.
- Define and implement maintenance philosophy procedures and schedule to ensure plant reliability.
- Manage Capex program related to operations equipment and machinery to deliver on time and within budget projects that enhance productivity and quality and in line with global strategic guidelines.
- Define and implement appropriate long term and short-term technological strategies (mechanical, electrical) to improve the capabilities of the factory.
- As a member of the operations management team contribute to the definition of the operational vision, strategies and policies in order to cope with present and future challenges and opportunities.
- Manage the expenses relating to manufacturing and engineering to minimise operational costs
- Identify and evaluate all existing and potential threats to the operating company’s business arising from environmental impacts , health and safety risks , inform and recommend actions to head of function responsible and develop and implement agreed internal controls systems and procedures and solutions.
- Manage and nurture good industrial relations to guarantee that company objectives are met and be properly informed on all key legislation relating to Labour Laws and Factory Works Act.
- Participates in operations budget planning and manage and controls the expenses relating to engineering &EHS department to minimise operational costs
What are we looking for?
- Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Processing Engineering
- At least 5 years engineering management experience in a manufacturing setup;
- Project Management experience represents an advantage
- Experience in managing a team
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing/problem solving tools as well as of SAP maintenance system will be considered as an added advantage
- Strong leadership and influencing skills, as well as stakeholders’ management capabilities
What we offer you?
• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn’t limited by boundaries; it’s propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn’t just a statement – it’s a reality we’re eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You’ll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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