BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!
Pakistan Tobacco Company has an exciting opportunity for a Technical Officer in Akora Khattak
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Operation of the redrying machines as per process operating instruction to achieve the quality and performance targets
- Ensure compliance to the procedure and BAT policies regarding product standards.
- Complete overhauling of the assigned production line in a timely manner before the processing season.
- Supervise lamina packing operations in the absence of an operator.
- Drive IWS and responsibilities assigned in Pillar.
- Monitor and ensure Company EH&S policy compliance on the shop floor to maintain a safe and healthy workplace.
- Follow the ASI in exercising strict control on dispatch of all output from plants
- Ensure dryer operation aligns with PI&T standards and Leaf Supplier Manual quality parameters.
- Assist in ensuring building maintenance standards on line during OH of the line for the respective line.
- Engage and motivate shift team to perform at their best to achieve departmental objectives
- Seek continuous learning and development opportunities for self and team members.
- Coach Equipment Owners to enhance their technical skill
- Seek regular feedback from Quality assurance to ensure high quality product manufacturing.
- Maintain the good relationship with the PMD for better understanding of customer
- Establish good working relationship with unionized employees
- Implement process innovation/improvement to drive productivity with cost effectiveness.
- Encourage shop floor employees to come up with new and different ideas of doing work to ensure continuous improvement process.
What are we looking for?
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a processing plant or industrial maintenance environment.
- Strong mechanical and process knowledge with hands-on and theoretical understanding.
- Proficiency in PLC programming, instrumentation, and control.
- Familiarity with storeroom operating strategies
- Demonstrated technical mastery of equipment and the ability to develop it in others.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to coach, train, and influence cross-functional teams.
- Effective interpersonal and collaborative skills, especially in a unionized environment.
- Basic problem-solving abilities and openness to continuous improvement.
- Basic computer literacy
- Proficiency in MS Office tools
- High personal accountability with a results-driven mindset.
- Ability to adapt in a challenging operational context with limited skilled resources.
What we offer you?
• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.
We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.
