Manager Water Systems

Fiji Water is bottle at source in a world class facility with state of the art equipment located at Yaqara and is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the open positions.

• Drives performance improvement efforts across department (output, cost, safety, environment, and people)
• Lead and support Manager Quality Systems in area performance(data driven) and management process
• Lead water systems activities to drive increased OEE’s to meet required targets and improve product quality
• Manage all water systems activities within area, focusing on both efficiency and effectiveness
• Develop a high performing team capable of sustaining operational excellence initiatives
• Support organizational quality and environmental initiatives across the site
• Execute administrative tasks
• Ensures all sanitation activities are performed on time and within the required timeframes.
• Drives CI initiatives within Water Systems, Operations and Quality
• Ensures all equipment and surfaces in PI and AL plants meet or exceed food grade standards of cleanliness, per USDA/FDA/CA regulations
• Studies existing and pending USDA/FDA regulations in order to ensure compliance as well as to suggest methods to improve sanitation
• Trains crew on plant sanitation PFI’s good manufacturing practices (GMP’s), conducts inspections and holds staff accountable
• Handles administrative tasks for sanitation supervisor (attendance, discipline, staffing, supply replenishment etc)
• Manage hygiene and sanitation activities of the plant and supports Lab Manager in driving strategic projects and analytical method developments

Minimum

• Degree in relevant field (Chemistry, microbiology, Hydrology/Hydrogeology or engineering)
• Advanced knowledge of hydrology and or plant hygiene and sanitation with at least 5 years’ experience in related field
• Extensive knowledge of Regulatory standards( IBWA and FDA)

Preferred

• Master’s Degree in water resource engineering or hydrology or related field
• HACCP and SQF practitioner
• Past experience in hydrology/hydrogeology

If you are keen to develop your career in an exciting business with a well-regarded brand, then this could be for you.

Successful applicants must have an excellent work ethic, be self-motivated with proven problem-solving capabilities, able to meet the fast-paced nature of business demands with a “can-do” attitude, committed to delivering outputs in a timely manner, a team player, reliable, and work with minimal supervision; supports organisational philanthropic, corporate, and environmental initiatives, and models Company’s core values: Do What’s Right; Work Together; Nourish and Develop; Adapt and Grow.

Please submit your applications through the link provided.

FIJI Water thanks all potential applicants and advises that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

NWVL is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, age, or other protected categories outlined by local legislation.

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