ResponsibilitiesLead the day-to-day activities within the utilities area including maintenance and operations functions.Monitor and enforce adherence to all environmental, safety and quality legislation, certifications, standards and legislation.Develop and implement progressive planned & predictive asset management and maintenance systems.Carryout inspections of equipment and systems within the utilities area. Develop and execute plans and solutions for equipment/systems repair where issues arise.Plan and coordinate major planned maintenance interventions within the utilities area.Lead root cause analysis and problem solving relating to utilities. Develop & implement solution-based protocols.Develop key cross functional relationships with Production, Quality, Environmental, Maintenance and Engineering departments.Coach and mentor the maintenance and operational teams to help advance their technical knowledge.Develop and maintain an environment of continuous improvement and process excellence.Develop and lead on improvements to increase plant and utilities efficiencies and drive process excellence.Lead & support trials, plant and process modifications, investigation studies etc.Undertake, manage and report on specific plant and utilities improvement projects.Provide technical support to large projects and major equipment upgrades and maintenance.Engage and build relationships with OEM's, other equipment vendors and raw material providers.Keep up to date with new and relevant technologies to perform role to a high standard of competence and propose upgrades and projects.Qualification/ExperienceBachelor's Degree in relevant Engineering or Science discipline inc. Mechanical, Manufacturing, Energy or Chemical.5+ years relevant experience in a manufacturing or utilities environment.