Maintenance Engineering Manager
hace 1 día
Scunthorpe
Maintenance Engineering Manager – Scunthorpe OperationsPurpose of PositionReporting to the Operations Manager , the Maintenance Engineering Supervisor oversees all site maintenance activities across Brenntag's Scunthorpe Facilities to ensure the safe, compliant and efficient running of plant operations, equipment, and associated assets.The role has a strong focus on DSEAR/ATEX compliance, hazardous-area equipment, and the maintenance of semi‑automated machinery within liquid processing operations.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team ManagementLead, coach, and develop the Maintenance Engineering team across two sites, promoting a high-performance culture and the value of Safety First.Manage performance, capability development, and resource allocation for all site maintenance engineers to provide a flexible, cross-functional resource to cover planned maintenance and emergency repairs across both sitesEnsure all team activities follow company policies, Process Safety Management procedures, and statutory requirements.Maintenance Planning & DeliveryOversee all planned, preventive, and reactive maintenance to maximise asset uptime and minimise operational disruption.Plan and prioritise maintenance workloads across engineering personnel.Manage the CMMS (SHIRE), ensuring accurate asset records, work orders, and maintenance routines.Monitor maintenance KPIs and contractor performance.Oversee maintenance contracts such as air compressors, deionised water plant, and effluent treatment systems.DSEAR/ATEX & Hazardous Area ComplianceEnsure all equipment and installations in DSEAR-regulated zones comply with ATEX legislation.Lead hazardous-area inspections and ensure timely resolution of non-conformances.Maintain hazardous-area documentation.Ensure repairs and modifications to ATEX equipment maintain certification integrity.Semi-Automated Machinery & Process EquipmentOversee maintenance of semi-automated systems including pumps, mixers, conveyors, automated valves, pneumatics, and process instrumentation.Ensure machine safety systems comply with PUWER.Support fault-finding on automated systems.Ensure automation upgrades follow Management of Change.Project & Contractor ManagementSupport engineering projects including plant upgrades, automation improvements, and hazardous-area remediation.Manage specialist contractors and ensure compliance with site safety requirements.Support project scoping, planning, documentation, and commissioning.Safety & ComplianceEnsure compliance with DSEAR, ATEX, COMAH, PUWER, LOLER, Electricity at Work, and Confined Space Working.Ensure adherence to the Permit-to-Work system.Promote a strong safety culture.Continuous ImprovementIdentify reliability improvements and maintenance optimisation opportunities.Support engineering-led performance and cost improvement initiatives.Experience & KnowledgeProven experience in a leadership role, developing a motivated, engaged and high performing teamExperience in a safety-critical, regulated environment.Strong background in process engineering preferably within Bulk Tank Farm and flammable liquids handling operationsWorking knowledge of COMAH, DSEAR/ATEX, PUWER, LOLER, and similar legislation.CMMS experience (SHIRE or similar).Understanding of maintenance for semi-automated / automated filling & process equipment would be advantageousUnderstanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologiesBudgetary Control and Project Management ExperiencePersonal AttributesPrioritises Safety above all else.Strong organisational and communication skills.Detail-oriented, logical, and numerate.Strong problem-solving ability.EducationDegree/HND in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline)NEBOSH General CertificateCOMPEX Ex01–Ex04 qualification.Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.Brenntag TA TeamSummaryLocation: Scunthorpe,United Kingdom; United Kingdom / Scunthorpe-SolventisType: Full time