Utility Engineer

The Utility Engineer provides technical and process support to ensure efficient plant operations. This role focuses on process development, productivity improvement, and compliance with safety and quality standards while supporting engineering projects and cross-functional initiatives.

Reporting to : Senior Maintenance Engineer

Key responsibilities

Provide prompt process and technical support to operations.

Drive process development and improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, rates, yield, and cost efficiency.

Lead and provide technical expertise for engineering projects.

Participate as a leader or team member in New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.

Offer backup and support to other members of the engineering team.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other Kerry sites to resolve issues and implement best practices.

Apply technical skills to analyze process problems and perform troubleshooting.

Conduct special investigations related to safety, environmental, quality, and cost improvement projects.

Contribute to the maintenance and continuous improvement of safety and quality management systems.

Qualifications and skills

Degree in Chemical Engineering with a minimum Second Upper Class.

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a similar field.

Related knowledge and experience in oils & fats, oleochemicals processing, plant construction projects, utilities, and energy‑saving initiatives.

Ability to express and communicate ideas effectively in individual and group settings with different stakeholders.

Customer‑focused mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and prioritize satisfaction.

Initiative to contribute to product and process improvement and team growth.

Proficiency in MS Office applications, with advanced skills in Excel.

Company Overview

Kerry is a world leader in taste and nutrition systems serving the food and beverage industry, and a leading supplier of added value brands and customer branded foods to the Irish and UK markets. We have annualised sales in excess of €5 billion and employ over 23,000 people globally. Founded in 1972 in Listowel, Co. Kerry, the Group has grown organically and through a series of strategic acquisitions and has succeeded in achieving sustained profitability.

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