Engineering Manager VIC/SA/NT/TAS (Moorabbin VIC Based)

We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP). We have 39,000 people serving 4 million customers in 31 markets. We combine the strength and scale of a large, multi-national business with an expert, local knowledge of the customers we serve and communities we support. We invest, employ, manufacture, and distribute locally.

In Australia, our portfolio includes the Coca-Cola family of products and well-loved brands such as Sprite, Fanta, Monster and Mother Energy, Mount Franklin, Powerade, Billson’s, and Grinders Coffee.

About the Role:

Our Engineering Leadership team is responsible for driving best practice nationally through standardised work and project management and implementation of capital works initiatives.

The State Engineering team will drive reliability and operational performance through innovation, reduction of unplanned down time, and partnering with production to maximise business unit output.

We have a fabulous opportunity for an experienced and qualified Engineering professional to join our team in this varied role. Reporting to the Associate Director Capital Projects, you will work as part of a team to provide effective management of defined project and engineering support to meet business requirements.

The Key Accountabilities of this role;

Project and Site Safety

Ensure the safety of employees, contractors, and visitors by proactively identifying, managing, and reporting risks, hazards, and incidents in accordance with CCEP safety standards and procedures.

Maintain a safe project environment throughout all phases of project delivery, ensuring compliance with CCEP safety policies, systems, and regulatory requirements.

Embed Safety in Design principles during project planning, scoping, and execution to minimise operational and project-related risks and deliver safe, sustainable outcomes.

Promote a strong safety culture across engineering and project teams through visible leadership, coaching, and compliance monitoring.

State Engineering Team Leadership

Lead, develop, and coach the State Engineering team to build capability, strengthen technical expertise, and support succession planning.

Set clear performance expectations, manage team performance, and ensure delivery against agreed objectives and business priorities.

Allocate and manage resources effectively to ensure projects and operational activities are delivered within budget and agreed timelines.

Build and maintain strong relationships with Supply Chain and cross-functional stakeholders to support operational performance and business outcomes.

Provide technical leadership, guidance, and project expertise to support decision-making and problem-solving across the business.

Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, industry trends, and engineering best practices, driving continuous improvement and innovation.

State Engineering Management

Develop and execute short and long-term engineering strategies aligned with site, state, and national Supply Chain objectives.

Manage engineering budgets and capital plans, including site master planning activities and asset lifecycle management.

Develop and maintain site-level Plant and Equipment investment strategies that contribute to the national investment roadmap and future business requirements.

Provide engineering expertise and technical support to Supply Chain operations to ensure equipment reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Ensure all engineering documentation, asset records, drawings, standards, and technical information are accurate, compliant, and maintained.

Project Delivery

Develop, prioritise, and manage a portfolio of engineering and capital projects across the Supply Chain network.

Deliver projects safely, on time, within budget, and to agreed scope, quality, and operational performance requirements.

Ensure project outcomes support business strategy, operational objectives, customer service targets, and financial performance expectations.

Monitor project costs, timelines, risks, and cash flow, implementing corrective actions where required to achieve delivery objectives.

Effectively manage external contractors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure compliance, performance, and successful project outcomes.

Establish robust governance, reporting, and stakeholder management processes to ensure project transparency and alignment with business priorities.

Success Measures

Zero harm and compliance with all safety requirements.

Delivery of engineering projects within agreed scope, budget, and schedule.

Achievement of capital investment and cost management targets.

Improved asset reliability, operational efficiency, and engineering capability.

Strong stakeholder engagement and positive customer outcomes.

Effective team development, succession planning, and employee engagement.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

Post Graduate in Engineering or related discipline

Experience leading and developing teams

Knowledge of Manufacturing Operations, Maintenance and Logistics

Previous experience in Project Management / Operations Management

Financial and analytical skills

Highly developed communication skills

What We Offer

A generous performance related incentive scheme

Employee Share Purchase program

Attractive leave package including generous paid parental leave and purchase leave options

Free monthly product allowances to share with family and friends (including Coca-Cola, Mount Franklin, Grinders Coffee, Monster and more!)

Wellbeing and health benefits including a fitness passport, Employee Assistance Program, and member discounts with partners such as Microsoft, Hertz, GoGet and Estee Lauder

Applications Close Friday 21st August, 2026

At Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, we are always refreshing the way we work and becoming a more inclusive, diverse, and equitable company. It’s important to us that you have the best recruitment experience possible, therefore, please let us know what support we can put in place for you in terms of any accessibility adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

This role will be subject to our standard pre-employment checks, which includes employment references, working rights and/or medical check, background checks, dependent on role.

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners is committed to an inclusive, equitable and safe workplace where everyone is supported. If you need any accessibility adjustments during the process, please let us know. Your wellbeing matters to us.

When you join CCEP, you’re stepping into a global organisation known for developing exceptional talent. We invest deeply in learning, mobility and long-term growth, creating an environment where your ambition is backed and your career can thrive.

This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, which may include references, working rights, background checks and/or medical assessments.