Group Manager Engineering And Technology

The Detmold Group is a family-owned and operated global business, partnering with some of the world’s largest and most iconic food and retail brands to create world-class packaging for a better tomorrow. Our business is focused on making a positive impact for our people, our partners and our planet whilst keeping our customers at the core of everything we do. Relentlessly looking for ways to improve on quality, service, and efficiency, we are driven to improve the way the world experiences packaging.

Due to an internal promotion, we are looking to recruit an experienced and accomplished Group Manager Engineering and Technical. Reporting to the Group General Manager Operations, you will direct the engineering and technical services for all Detmold Group manufacturing sites establishing the necessary guidelines to ensure maximum productive capacity and continuous improvement in operating efficiency, in accordance with safety, corporate standards and strategic objectives.

More specifically, you will:
Ensure group wide engineering standards, machinery capability standards and material technical specifications are set and maintained
Ensure engineering activity, from design and conceptualisation to execution is completed in accordance with strict safety guidelines, follows the defined engineering standards, in support of production efficiency and the achievement of strategic business goals
Provide technical advice and develop engineering solutions to support continuous improvement in operating efficiency of plant and equipment
Interface with machinery suppliers to ensure adherence to engineering standards as well as to understand engineering and operating parameters and requirements
Keep abreast of industry and technology trends and developments
Maintain effective control of major capital projects to support business performance in accordance with the goals of each project
Ensure capital investment programs are delivered on time and within budget to the satisfaction of key stakeholders
Ensure the implementation and maintenance of engineering design review processes to improve the safety, quality, and robustness of engineering solutions
Define, implement, and refine product development, testing and manufacturing processes
Manage the Global engineering team and develop capability to ensure that skills keep pace with changes in the industry
Create machinery maintenance routines and standards to assist the manufacturing facilities in caring for and operating the business assets over the long term.

To be considered for this role, ideally you will have:
A tertiary education engineering degree coupled with successful experience in Engineering, Maintenance and Technical roles
Experience gained in a manufacturing environment involved in project management and/or maintenance in continuous manufacturing, preferably from paper, printing, or packaging industries
Demonstrated experience in Project Management, positive coaching and technical leadership
An ability to work in a cross-functional global team environment, interacting effectively with multiple cultures
Excellent communication skills and an ability to negotiate and influence
Dynamic problem-solving skills and an ability to foresee obstacles and set a path for the team
Exceptional Cross-cultural Awareness, emotional intelligence, and respect for diversity

What are the benefits of working for us?

Recognised Employer of Choice by the Australian Business Awards (ABAA)
A flexible working environment – we acknowledge the mutual benefit of flexible working arrangements
Market competitive remuneration reviewed regularly
A commitment to your ongoing professional development through training and career-growth opportunities
A Company that is committed to corporate social responsibility – through supporting local communities and charities, and our commitment to sustainable and ethical sourcing
A holistic and comprehensive health and wellbeing program so our people feel supported to be at their best
Other benefits include: An active social club, Free Flu Vaccinations, Free onsite Parking and Regular Celebrations of Success

Confidential telephone enquiries are welcome to Lesley Mackman on 08 8448 5119 or via email: lesley.mackman@detmoldgroup.com

Employee safety is our priority, and we want our people to be 100% SAFE.

The Detmold Group has been tirelessly working to keep its employees, customers, and communities safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is in line with Detmold Group’s commitment to our people, customers and communities being “100% safe”. Therefore, Detmold requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated and require appropriate evidence to be provided of vaccination confirmation or of government approved exemption. Therefore, please consider this requirement when submitting your application.