Job Title: Project Engineer – Malt Distilling (Elgin)
Level: Contract
Reports To: Lead Project Engineer

Work Schedule:

• Full-time (5 days per week)
• Flexible hours: 8 AM – 6 PM
• Hybrid model: 3 days per week on-site, with an expectation of 5+ days on-site during commissioning

Context & Scope

This role is responsible for executing Capex projects within the Diageo Global Engineering category, managing individual projects from concept to handover in Elgin.

Key Responsibilities & Dimensions

1. Safety

• The safe execution of projects is the top priority.
• Ensuring all activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

2. Financial Management

• Oversee and manage a portfolio of projects, ensuring they align with budgetary constraints and cash flow targets.

3. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Full responsibility for the delivery of Capex projects.
• Lead and influence internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring accountability and compliance with project requirements.
• Champion a zero-harm safety culture, setting clear expectations for health and safety.

Purpose of the Role

• Develop, initiate, and implement Capex projects in line with the agreed Annual Operating Plan.
• Collaborate with other business functions to ensure seamless integration of new projects into existing operations.
• Deliver optimum shareholder value through the successful execution of Capex investments.

Key Accountabilities

1. Deliver Projects with a focus on: 
   • Zero harm (safety-first approach).
   • On-time & in-full completion.
   • Cash flow management and adherence to budget.
   • Compliance with Diageo’s governance and legal standards.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Extensive experience in civil engineering.
• Proven project management expertise.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills.
• Analytical problem-solving and auditing capabilities.
• Effective facilitation and coaching skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Background in Mechanical Engineering, ideally with expertise in fluid transfer technology relevant to malt distilling (preferred but not required).

.As a temporary contractor, you'll be employed by our Managed Service Provider, Magnit Global, who manage most of our temporary contract hiring, you will not be employed by Diageo."

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