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Purpose
Brewing the world’s most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive.
Seniority Level
Associate
Reporting
Reporting to the Technical Services Manager.
Role
You will be responsible for providing management within the Utility department and acting as key point of contact for all business‑critical projects within the department. This job description is not necessarily descriptive of all duties and does not restrict flexibility. You may be required, from time to time, to carry out tasks in addition to or instead of your normal duties, provided that they are reasonable and within your capabilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Ensure full compliance with all mandatory Safety, Quality, Legal, and Company standards.
* Lead and develop the Utilities team, fostering an autonomous, high‑performance culture.
* Oversee all Utilities operations, including CO₂/N₂ systems, refrigeration, compressed air, heat, water, and BTS.
* Manage corrective and emergency maintenance activities in SAP, ensuring timely communication and feedback.
* Deliver both major and minor capital projects within the department.
* Drive improvement initiatives in Energy & Fluids (E&F) and collaborate with the Reliability team.
* Ensure accurate energy reporting and invoicing, including submissions to government bodies (e.g. ONS, FIT).
* Maintain compliance with UK regulations and corporate standards, including Pressure Systems.
* Lead problem‑solving and performance improvement using VPO methodology.
* Optimise departmental costs and contribute to achieving key KPIs (losses, ZBB, energy, and utilities performance).
* Support continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and implementation of critical performance initiatives.
* Act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for government grants and taxation matters.
Financial and Performance Management
* Manage budgets and costs for Utilities, ensuring efficiency and optimisation across all areas.
* Own and monitor Energy & Fluids (E&F) KPIs and contribute to achieving performance targets.
* Participate in E&F and Maintenance budgeting, implementing strategies to reduce costs and improve service levels.
* Collaborate with other business functions on contracts and projects.
* Share accountability for overall E&F cost performance.
Quality, Health, Safety, and Compliance
* Ensure all departmental activities comply with company policies, legal requirements, and SLA standards.
* Promote and maintain safe working practices across the team.
* Drive continuous improvement in energy and utilities usage.
* Maintain quality standards through effective management of SLAs.
* Oversee maintenance areas and surrounding facilities to ensure operational excellence.
* Manage Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) in line with company guidelines.
Who we’re looking for
* Strong people management skills with experience leading large, complex teams.
* Ability to manage industrial relations, significant change initiatives, and challenging workplace situations.
* In-depth knowledge of manufacturing principles, project management, and process improvement tools.
* Proven track record in successfully delivering process improvement initiatives.
* Role model for company values, fostering a culture aligned with the ten principles.
* Sound understanding of VPO processes and structured, systematic approaches to delivering business solutions on time.
* Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently and prioritize effectively.
Benefits & Perks
* Benefits for you and your family to help your physical and mental health.
* Competitive parental leave and pension double contributions.
* 25 days holidays per year.
* Employee benefits to help your physical and mental health and overall well‑being (travel insurance, gym memberships, discounted services, dental, etc.).
* A beer allowance to enjoy our brands.
* 2 volunteer days a year to support your local community.
* 5 employee networks to support diversity and inclusion.
* Global Bonus.
* WPA Private Medical Care.
* 26 weeks paid leave for primary caregiver.
Build Your Career with Us
We recruit for mindset, ambition, cultural fit, and growth opportunities. We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company’s long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication. We are part of the collective, global history of beer and are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favourites. Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long‑lasting legacy.
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