National Technical Head

The National Technical Head is responsible for leading all Manufacturing Engineering Maintenance and Quality functions across multiple plant locations. The role ensures product availability in line with business targets oversees preventive and breakdown maintenance drives continuous improvement manages CAPEX projects strengthens vendor relationships and builds technical capability across all sites. This position plays a critical role in ensuring operational efficiency product quality cost management and technical readiness for all locations.

Duties & Responsibilities

Production & Product Availability

• Ensure product availability in accordance with the Business Plan across all manufacturing locations.
• Monitor production performance and provide necessary support to achieve targets.
• Lead productivity improvement initiatives and cost-saving measures.

CAPEX & Project Management

• Plan and execute CAPEX projects including machinery replacement capacity expansion and new installations.
• Identify opportunities for capital investment prepare recommendations for executive review and implement approved projects.
• Provide regular technical and MIS updates to senior leadership.

Maintenance & Engineering

• Establish implement and oversee preventive maintenance systems across all plants.
• Monitor equipment downtime and ensure rapid corrective action through proper spare-parts planning.
• Coordinate annual maintenance programs with all locations.
• Manage maintenance of all plant equipment utilities and company fleet.

Quality Assurance

• Implement and monitor quality systems in all plants through audits inspections and performance reviews.
• Support continuous improvement in product consistency hygiene and quality standards.

Vendor & Supply Chain Management

• Source high-quality cost-effective suppliers for equipment parts and consumables locally and internationally.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with OEMs and service providers.
• Identify and execute opportunities for cost-effective procurement strategies.

People Leadership

• Identify high-potential employees and develop them through structured training and career development.
• Assess and fulfil training needs (e.g. technical skills bottling systems quality training SME development).
• Review manning levels support restructuring efforts and design performance-linked incentive schemes.
• Build a collaborative and engaged technical team aligned with company objectives.

Safety Compliance & Governance

• Champion safety housekeeping and compliance standards across all sites.
• Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Support the Finance Department during the annual operating plan exercise.
• Conduct regular alignment meetings with technical and plant teams.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform additional duties as required by management or the operational demands of the role.

Job Requirements

Education

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Production Engineering or related technical field.

Experience

• Minimum 20 years experience in production and maintenance within process or engineering industries.
• At least 10 years in a senior technical/managerial role within the beverage industry or similar high-volume manufacturing environment.

Competencies

Generic Competencies

• Strong business acumen
• Effective communication & active listening
• Cultural awareness & sensitivity
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Strong forecasting and analytical ability
• Leadership & interpersonal skills
• Negotiation and influencing skills
• Problem-solving and results-orientation
• Self-driven reliable and a strong team player
• Excellent time management and organisation

Technical Competencies

• Deep knowledge of beverage manufacturing processes
• Expertise in bottling equipment operations and maintenance
• Strong understanding of utilities mechanical and electrical systems
• Knowledge of fleet maintenance and vehicle operations
• Hands-on leadership style with strong people management
• Collaborative and cross-functional working approach