GGBL operates in four drinks categories: Stout, Lager, RTD and Malt categories. It as well as distribution of spirits. It controls 75\% market share of total volume.

Growth in the Ghana economy is expected to continue at mid to high single digit in a driven environment.

Consumers and customers in this region expect products of the highest quality. There is also growing middle classes who are likely to experiment with new products. Growth in the country is currently 6\% but could reach 10\% by F09.

The role is key in the GGBL site packaging maintenance team.  The Packaging Engineer –Electrical/Automation Engineer reports to the Packaging Maintenance Engineer and is responsible for the delivery of plant availability and machine efficiency, working with his team of technicians.

Top 3-6 Accountabilities:

• Achieve 100\% conformance to Safety, Statutory and Engineering and Risk Management Standards.
• Provide feedback into packaging maintenance plans.
• Achieve packaging engineering Key Performance Indicators
• Improve asset performance versus targets through the execution of effective planned maintenance activities (e.g. shutdowns, overhauls) and providing technical recommendations into packaging teams in collaboration with the packaging maintenance planner.
• Implement the best engineering practices and provide mentorship into packaging asset care management.
• Participate in the execution of packaging overhauls to ensure that these activities are completed on time to specifications and budget.
• Optimize product quality, through continuous observation and attention to detail, delivering Right First Time (RFT) on quality and control parameters. Respond to non-conformances in a timely manner to keep process on track. Apply, record & share learning’s to prevent re-occurrence.
• Manage materials, components and spares required by their plant and equipment – includes draw down stock from locally provided “bins” and be accountable for whatever stock is drawn down.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering/ HND Engineering.
• A demonstrated ability in maintenance engineering in food or drink manufacturing environment.
• A holder of the GhIE or equivalent recognized body will be useful.
• Proven first line leadership skills.

Skills & Knowledge

• Computer Literate
• Resource leadership skills
• People management & motivational skills
• Networking/influencing /communication skills
• Counselling skills
• Research skills.
• Manage complexity

Barriers to Success in Role

• Inability to connect and build positive relationships.
• Lack of understanding of the commercial and Demand agenda within the Guinness Ghana Breweries Ltd business.
• Lack of the exhibition of key leadership skills
• Lack of the use of right language skills where appropriate.
• Inability to manage people for success

Flexible Working options

This role is based in GGBL Production sites.