Utilities Engineer

We have an immediate requirement for a Utilities Engineer based in Lae, reporting to the Engineering Manager. The Utilities Engineer is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and continuous operation of utility plants through effective maintenance, ISO compliance, resource optimization, and operational excellence. The role is accountable for maximizing utility availability, minimizing downtime, improving efficiency, and achieving key performance targets to support uninterrupted production.

Main Duties will include:

• Lead, coach, and develop the Utilities Team, fostering a high-performance culture focused on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

• Oversee and maintain Brewery utilities, including Boiler, Steam systems, compressed air, CO₂ recovery, Ammonia refrigeration, Power Generation, Water Treatment, and Wastewater Treatment

• Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of utility equipment to minimize downtime and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

• Monitor energy and water consumption, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements and sustainability initiatives.

• Ensure the safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operation of all utility systems supporting brewery production and packaging activities.

• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

• Monitor utility consumption and performance, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.

• Develop and implement energy, water, and sustainability initiatives that support the brewery's environmental objectives.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental, engineering, and statutory requirements.

• Manage utility-related projects including plant upgrades, equipment installations, process improvements, and capital investments.

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to brewery operations, maintenance, and packaging teams.

• Develop utility operating procedures, maintenance standards, and asset management plans.

• Analyze utility performance data and prepare regular reports on operational performance, maintenance activities, reliability metrics, utility consumption, and cost management.

• Manage contractor activities and ensure all work is conducted safely and in accordance with company standards.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through root cause analysis, problem-solving methodologies, and reliability engineering practices.

• Collaborate closely with Brewing, Packaging, Quality, and Engineering teams to ensure utilities effectively support production targets and business objectives.

Qualification & Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Proven experience in utilities management within a manufacturing, FMCG, food & beverage, brewing, or industrial environment.

• Strong technical knowledge of boilers, water treatment systems, refrigeration plants, generators, pumps, compressors, and thermal systems.

• Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical and operational teams.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of maintenance management systems and asset reliability practices.

• Understanding of energy management, environmental compliance, and sustainability programs.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and reporting skills.

• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

HOW TO APPLY To apply please forward your application letter and CV to Link Below: Link Screening applies to all received CVs. Only Short-listed candidates will contact APPLICATION DEADLINE: 04th of November 2026