Utilities Specialist

Company Background

Carlsberg Canada Inc. (CCI) is the Canadian division of Carlsberg Breweries, the world's third-largest brewer. With about 300 employees across our Oakville head office and Waterloo brewery, we proudly brew, distribute, and market both Carlsberg and Waterloo products nationwide. In March 2023, Carlsberg Canada acquired Waterloo Brewing Ltd., expanding our operations to include the production, distribution, and commercialization of both Carlsberg and Waterloo products, along with a variety of co-manufacturing partnerships.

At Carlsberg, no matter your role or function, we are driven not only by what we deliver but also by how we work together—this is our Growth Culture. Built on five core principles, our Growth Culture guides the way we work, innovate, and lead, ensuring we continue Brewing for a Better Today and Tomorrow.

Role overview

Responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operation of all site utilities and infrastructure in line with Carlsberg and legal standards. Oversees service levels, performance management, and continuous improvement of utilities KPIs in line with Together Towards Zero Agenda (TTZ) (natural gas, water, electricity, compressed air, glycol and frion cooling, CO₂, wastewater). Oversees activities of the utilities support team, site infrastructure, and third-party contracts within approved budgets. Ensures implementation of Carlsberg Operational Manual (COM) standards and contributes to the site's Long-Term Development Plan (LDP). Accountable for OPEX control and active participation in regional and global Utilities best practice initiatives.

What you'll be doing

• Ensure full compliance with HSE, food safety, hygiene, and ISO/IMS standards across the Utilities department.
• Implement and maintain site Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and ensure appropriate resource alignment.
• Manage departmental systems (PMS, reporting, meetings) in line with Carlsberg Group standards.
• Standardize utilities processes and verify adherence through training and process confirmations.
• Use data-driven methods to address performance gaps and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain and optimize the utilities monitoring and targeting system for accuracy and efficiency.
• Support the Head of BD&E on site LDP strategy and identify capital investment needs.
• Prioritize utility focus areas and manage OPEX/CAPEX budgets effectively.
• Analyse utilities consumption to identify cost-saving and sustainability opportunities.
• Share performance insights and collaborate cross-functionally to implement corrective actions.
• Deliver utilities KPIs and lead savings and improvement projects.
• Promote cross-site best-practice sharing for utilities and facilities performance.
• Allocate resources to preventive maintenance and critical site initiatives.
• Apply MTBF/MTTR metrics to improve reliability and maintenance efficiency.
• Monitor and manage key utilities KPIs (consumption, breakdowns, OEE, maintenance costs).
• Ensure compliance with Group COM Utilities standards and support carbon and water reduction projects.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of all utility infrastructure and equipment.
• Supervise utility contractors, ensuring H&S compliance, service quality, and SLA performance.
• Conduct contractor audits, process confirmations, and provide feedback to Procurement and leadership.
• Set clear expectations with stakeholders, report performance, and resolve operational issues.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners (PKG, B&P, QA, EHS, HR, Procurement, Finance, regional teams, vendors) to meet compliance and performance goals.

What we're looking for

• University degree in Utilities, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering
• 3 years' experience in a production environment driving utility savings.
• In-depth knowledge of process function and regulatory requirements related to Utilities in Ontario.
• Proven track record in developing assets, managing budgets, and driving performance improvements through Lean TPM methodologies.
• Strong focus on driving results, customer/consumer needs, business acumen, and passion with integrity.
• Expertise in analytical thinking, cross-team collaboration, communication, developing and empowering people, and managing change effectively.

We're looking for individuals who bring not only technical expertise, but also a mindset aligned with our Growth Culture principles. You live by "Semper Ardens" which means you are always challenging the status quo and striving for the extraordinary. You foster Positive Energy and Compassion, working with empathy, respect, and openness. You act with Passion for the Consumer, serving as a brand ambassador and keeping the consumer at the heart of your decisions. You demonstrate Decisiveness and Excellence, making confident choices and delivering high-quality results. Finally, you believe in Empowering, Supporting, and Growing People, helping colleagues develop, sharing knowledge, and building trust across the team.

What you can expect

We're asking for a lot, but you'll be well-rewarded with:

• Continuous Learning: Guidance from Mentors and structured training initiatives.
• Opportunities for career growth, within Canada and Globally.
• A purpose-driven company with ambitious goals
• A social work environment with enthusiastic colleagues

We provide a competitive base salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that is covered by the employer. This package includes a range of benefits such as dental care, extended health coverage, a healthcare spending account, life insurance, paid time off, RRSP matching, tuition reimbursement, vision care, casual dress code, participation in company events, the option for remote work, and a fantastic Beer Benefit. Eligible employees may also receive bonuses as part of our supplemental pay options.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Work Location: In person