Logistics Facilities Project Engineer

 

REQ ID: 121841
JOB TITLE: Logistics Facilities Project Engineer
SALARY: Competitive
POSTING END DATE: 31/01/24
LOCATION: Solihull  

 

An ever-evolving heritage. A truly exciting future. Two of the world’s most iconic brands. JLR is revered across the globe. Continually pushing the boundaries of innovation and redefining the benchmark for excellence, we set the standards others want to follow. We want to keep it that way too. Which is where you join the journey.

 

 

WHAT TO EXPECT

 

This role will provide facilities engineering and technical assist to design, develop and implement of logistics solutions to enable successful management, storage and delivery of components from incoming parts to the assembly plants. This will involve extensive automation exposure, which will require the management of similar tasks coordinating in the project delivery.

 

The role will include all aspects of Infrastructure delivery, including civils, structural steelwork, mechanical/electrical service installations and general building fitout within the site, working collaboratively with our inhouse and external vendors.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver logistics automation and facility programmes from design phase through to installation
• Commissioning and testing in line with Vistag and Autostatus
• Coordinate facility handover process to Maintenance and Operations Teams
• Define and specify non automated facility requirements 
• Deliver execution phases of fit out activities
• Deliver technical specifications for RFQ’s
• Provide guidence to procurement and commercial process
• Facilitate and assist problem solving and technical issue management
• Consult with P6 Lead to ensuring facility programmes are delivered on time and capture vendor dependencies
• Assist facility stakeholder management workstreams within MP&L and the wider business
• Consult with Site Management Team to ensure project deliverables are successfully handed over to day-to-day management
• Work within facilities budget and ensure best value for money solutions.
• Scope upcoming packages of work, engage with suppliers, perform VFM studies, raise shopping carts and create purchase approval packs.
• Generate facility and associated layouts and ensure timely buyoff with all stakeholders
• Support project management activities including risk management, cost reporting, change management and lessons learnt activities

 

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

 

Essential:

• Relevant previous experience in a Facilities / Maintenance / Manufacturing Engineering role
• Experience of working within multi-skilled teams
• Experience of analysis of data and cost benefits, the production of metrics and the development of plans with defined objectives
• Ability to present solutions for facilities related issues
• Experience in the application of a logical approach to Problem Solving
• Adept at prioritising multiple activities simultaneously
• Experience and working knowledge of Health & Safety, ergonomics, risk assessments and method statements
• Experience of collaborating with external contractors
• Experience in contractor management and site installations, to deliver benchmark Site Safety performance
• Excellent organisational and project management skills
• Experience in leading and managing teams to deliver against tight timescales and budgets

 

Desirable:

• Experience of Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L)
• Microsoft package elements Power Point & Excel
• Experience of working on Mechanical/Electrical systems
• Experience of working with Layouts (AutoCAD)
• Clear understanding of site safety, and Safety legislation (CDM 2015 Reg etc)
• Experience of formal project management processes. APMP or Prince 2 an added benefit

 

SO WHY US?

Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you’ll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes JLR the perfect place to continue your journey.

 

Please be aware that we may close this vacancy for applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.

 

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.