Don Fairburn
About Don Fairburn
Don Fairburn serves as the Interim Head of Projects and Engineering at Little Moons, bringing over 25 years of engineering maintenance experience, particularly in the food and pharmaceutical sectors.
Current Role at Little Moons
Don Fairburn serves as the Interim Head of Projects / Engineering at Little Moons, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees various engineering projects and initiatives within the company, contributing to the development and optimization of production processes. His responsibilities include managing project timelines, coordinating with different teams, and ensuring that engineering standards are met.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Prior to his current role, Don Fairburn held several interim project management positions. He worked at Princes Limited as Interim Project Manager for Canning Excellence from 2019 to 2020. He also served as Interim Site Project Manager at Briggs of Burton for two months in 2021. His experience includes managing projects in various sectors, particularly in food manufacturing.
Engineering Background and Education
Don Fairburn has a strong educational foundation in engineering. He studied at the Royal Naval Engineering School, where he completed an apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering from 1983 to 1991. Additionally, he earned a Diploma in Engineering from BTEC while studying at Bishops Stortford College from 1974 to 1982. This education has equipped him with the technical knowledge necessary for his engineering roles.
Diverse Engineering Experience
With over 25 years of engineering maintenance experience, Don Fairburn has worked across multiple industries, including food, pharmaceutical, leisure, and nuclear submarines. His extensive background includes roles such as Interim Head of Engineering at Hovis Ltd and Interim Chief Engineer at Mizkan Europe Ltd. He has a proven track record in optimizing engineering performance and implementing maintenance programs.
Specialization in Maintenance and Project Implementation
Don Fairburn specializes in implementing Planned Preventative Maintenance programs and conducting Root Cause Analysis and Criticality studies. He possesses a good working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, particularly in food production and packaging environments. His expertise extends to the installation and maintenance of various plant equipment, as well as managing major capital and minor internal projects from feasibility to commissioning.