Utilities Manager at British American Tobacco (BAT)

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

The successful candidate will efficiently handle all plant utilities that support the Nairobi Factory and Operations at BAT Likoni Road. The person we need will increase availability and efficient utilization of Steam, Water, Vacuum, Compressed Air, Electricity and Renewable energy (solar plant) at the site. A leader experienced in project management who  will work with the Engineering team to support CAPEX and OPEX projects planning and execution.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Handle utilities assets within company guidelines.
• To support Engineering CAPEX and OPEX Projects planning and execution end to end.
• Identify and mitigate utility-related risks to ensure safety protocols.
• Ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and utility regulations.
• Implement energy-saving initiatives and promote sustainability efforts.
• Ensure reliable, efficient, and cost-effective operation of all utility services.
• Maintain continuous utility availability through preventive maintenance.
• Lead and optimize the utilities budget while reducing operational costs.
• Oversee development and upgrades of utility systems for current and future needs.
• Run vendor and contractor relationships to ensure quality service delivery.
• Monitor utility performance and report insights to improve efficiency.
• Lead and develop the utilities management team to meet organizational goals.

What are we looking for?

Key Success Factors

• Improvements in energy usage.
• Zero accidents and environmental incidents. Zero site safety incidents
• Keeping projects to the planned schedules, budgets and high quality standards.
• Compliance with all legislation (EHS, buildings, fire etc), including all licenses and permits

Education / Qualifications / Experience Required

• Degree in Mechanical/ Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering.
• Confirmed experience in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering and project management.
• Good communication and managing skills
• Ability to take clear decisions in different and difficult situations and a high degree of innovation.
• Experience in contract (management & good negotiation skills) and in business reporting.
• Integrated Work Systems/Manufacturing Excellence/Continuous Improvement working  knowledge
• Minimum 4 years working experience in FMCG.