Site Utility & Facility Lead

Unilever (Thailand) (Lat Krabang)

Bangkok, Thailand

Unilever Thai Group of Companies is a fast-moving consumer goods company with a strong presence in Thailand for more than 80 years. Unilever offers Thai consumers a wide range of leading brands in four categories; Home Care, Personal Care, Foods and Ice cream products. Our Thai portfolio includes major brand icons such as: Comfort, Lux, Vaseline, Citra, Sunsilk, Clear, Pond’s, Dove, Axe, Rexona, Close Up, Breeze, Omo, Sunlight, Knorr, Wall’s, Magnum, Cornetto, Lipton and luxury division Unilever Network. Unilever Thailand employs around 4,000 people and generated annual sales of Baht 40,000 million in 2014.

About this position

Unilever is seeking a Site Utility & Facility Lead to ensure the reliability of utility services at the Minburi site, supporting efficient operations, safety, cost-effectiveness, and minimal environmental impact.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Engineering Director in developing policies for the Engineering Department in line with business goals, covering:
• Engineering organizational structure.
• Safety procedures and energy use efficiency.
• Job requisitions, implementation, and control processes.
• Best practices in engineering services.
• Training and development procedures for subordinates.

• Manage the operation and maintenance of all utility equipment (boilers, air compressors, effluent systems, and electrical systems).
• Oversee preventive maintenance to reduce breakdowns and control costs.
• Ensure the effective management of facilities services.
• Implement safety and environmental standards in compliance with ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.

• Provide feedback on utility conditions, energy consumption, and cost calculations for utility services.
• Share engineering knowledge and technology advancements across departments.

• Ensure the sufficient supply of all utility services.
• Plan resources for projects, maintenance work, preventive maintenance, and utility services.
• Manage stock materials, spare parts, and general use items efficiently.
• Prepare project proposals and maintenance budgets.
• Develop and train subordinates for future career progression.

• Manage engineering teams, consultants, and contractors throughout the project lifecycle, from evaluation to commissioning, including:
• Preparing design concepts, specifications, and drawings.
• Overseeing contractor bids, evaluations, and cost recommendations.
• Ensuring projects are executed.

Requirements

• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in utility management and facility operations.
• Strong knowledge of safety and environmental standards (ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001).
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management and budgeting.