Energy Lead (Full-Time)

Location: Accra, Ghana
Company: Barry Callebaut Group
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 31 July 2026

About Barry Callebaut Group

Barry Callebaut Group is the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, serving the entire food industry—from industrial food manufacturers to artisans and professional users. With a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence, we are driving initiatives that support a low-carbon future while creating sustainable value across our global operations.

We are seeking a proactive, results-oriented Energy Lead to champion our energy management strategy and lead initiatives that improve energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and support our sustainability commitments. This role will play a critical part in delivering our 2030 energy intensity and decarbonization targets while ensuring compliance with global standards and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and Deliver the Site Energy & GHG Reduction Strategy

• Develop and maintain a multi-year roadmap to achieve the site’s 2030 energy intensity and GHG reduction targets in alignment with corporate sustainability objectives and the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
• Establish measurable milestones, performance indicators, and implementation plans.
• Assess opportunities for renewable energy integration and low-carbon technologies.
• Monitor progress and continuously update the roadmap to reflect operational priorities and corporate requirements.

Monitor and Analyse Energy Performance

• Manage the site’s Energy Management System (EMS) to continuously monitor energy consumption.
• Analyse energy performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare and communicate actionable insights to operational and leadership teams to support data-driven decision-making.

Lead Energy Efficiency Projects

• Identify energy-saving opportunities across utilities, equipment, production processes, and facility operations.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver energy improvement projects in collaboration with Maintenance, Engineering, and Process teams.
• Ensure the effective implementation of global energy standards and best practices across the site.
• Monitor project performance to achieve targeted energy and cost savings.

Drive Energy Management System Compliance

• Maintain compliance with corporate energy management requirements and applicable local energy regulations.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of an Energy Management System aligned with ISO 50001 principles.
• Coordinate energy audits, maintain required documentation, and support certification and regulatory compliance activities.

Build Energy Awareness and Capability

• Promote a culture of energy efficiency across the site.
• Deliver training programmes, workshops, and energy-focused Gemba walks for operators, technicians, and cross-functional teams.
• Lead and coordinate the site’s cross-functional energy team.
• Develop and manage employee engagement and recognition initiatives that promote energy and environmental awareness.

Report Energy Performance

• Prepare regular reports on energy consumption, energy intensity, savings achieved, project performance, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Provide accurate reporting to site leadership and corporate stakeholders to support strategic decision-making and performance monitoring.

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

The Energy Lead will actively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including:

• Providing daily updates to Maintenance, Engineering, and Process teams on energy performance and ongoing initiatives.
• Presenting monthly performance reviews and improvement plans to Site Management and the Technical Manager.
• Working closely with the Global Energy Team to align site initiatives with global energy strategies and reporting requirements.
• Engaging suppliers and contractors to implement energy-efficient technologies and projects.
• Liaising with regulatory authorities and external auditors to maintain compliance with applicable energy regulations.
• Collaborating with external energy consultants to identify continuous improvement opportunities.

About You

You are an analytical and solutions-driven engineering professional with a passion for sustainability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

You will bring:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in engineering, maintenance, manufacturing, process improvement, or energy management within an industrial environment.
• Demonstrated success in delivering energy efficiency and carbon reduction initiatives.
• Experience developing and implementing CO₂ and energy reduction strategies aligned with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) objectives.
• Strong knowledge of industrial utilities, energy systems, HVAC, motors, metering systems, and renewable energy technologies.
• Experience using Energy Management Systems (EMS) and analysing energy performance data.
• Knowledge of ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems and local energy regulations is an advantage.
• Proven project management skills, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, resource coordination, and risk management.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• The ability to influence, coach, and engage employees at all levels of the organisation.
• A continuous improvement mindset with a commitment to operational excellence and sustainability.
• Experience within the cocoa, chocolate, or food manufacturing industry will be considered an advantage.

How to Apply

Apply online by clicking on the Application button.