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Location
Devon, GB
Are you an experienced Project Engineering specialist ready to step into a complex and growing fast paced environment? Are you able to take the lead as project manager driving capital engineering projects & improvements, typically up to a value of £50k-£2M, and supporting central teams with larger projects. If so, our Taw Valley Creamery has the opportunity for you.
This is especially exciting as the creamery is undergoing a major transformation, thanks to a £180 million investment.
How You Will Make An Impact
* The Engineering Project Specialist is responsible for structured delivery of capital projects, therefore experience of mechanical, electrical and automated systems is vital.
* Working with wider site and external teams to provide and deliver solutions that meet the expectations of stakeholders and defined project scopes.
* Support the engineering team on complex issues and trouble shooting.
* Chair Capex meetings with structured communication and stakeholder engagement/management, utilising Arla project management process and procedures.
* Manage the annual Capex cycle and present proposals to stakeholders.
* Adherence to Arla Foods technical specifications (automation, electrical, mechanical, safety, hygienic design, operability, maintainability).
Grow with Arla
* Strong experience and understanding of mechanical, electrical and automated manufacturing systems with broad knowledge with Lean principles and SAP/OEE
* Preferably will hold an Engineering Degree or equivalent along with Prince 2, APM, Agile project management or similar certification
* Demonstrated performance dealing with and working with commercial processes, sourcing, tender, negotiations.
What will you get?
* Competitive base salary
* 26 days holiday + bank holidays
* Employer pension matched up to 6%
* X4 annual salary life assurance cover
* Flexible benefits- buy up to 5 days annual leave, reward gateway scheme- discounts with various retailers via my benefit platform.
* Strong career development & training (internal and external training
* This is a 2 year fixed term contract to cover an internal secondment
Arla Taw Valley Creamery
* Our Taw Valley Creamery was established in 1974 and it has been a significant site for cheese production in the UK, and it has undergone various developments and expansions over the years to improve its capacity and capabilities in cheese making.
* We process approximately 1.2 million litres of milk daily; producing over 100t of award winning cheeses, such as BOB, Castello Tickler, alongside butter and whey powder
* Our Taw Valley site is soon to receive around £180 Million investment to create a new mozzarella production facility, the 2nd largest single investment in Arla Foods UK.
Application closing date for this position will be the 14th of August 2025
Shape the Future of Dairy
Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.
We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Other
* Industries
Manufacturing, Dairy Product Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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