Head of Maintenance

Executive Network Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK energy business is seeking an experienced Head of Maintenance to oversee maintenance operations nationwide. This role involves leading engineering managers, implementing strategic processes, and ensuring maintenance excellence. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the Oil & Gas industry alongside relevant technical qualifications.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Oil & Gas or related downstream industries.
• Proven leadership in regulated environments.
• Technical qualifications in Engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Engineering Managers and Maintenance Team.
• Develop, implement, and audit maintenance processes and policies.
• Establish governance frameworks and manage asset performance.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Master’s in Engineering

Degree in Engineering

HNC

HND

Job description

A leading UK energy business is seeking an experienced Head of Maintenance to lead maintenance operations across a national network. This role will drive standardisation, efficiency, and best practices across depots, forecourts, and terminals.

You will report directly to the Head of Engineering and play a key role in the Safety, Sustainability & Engineering function. Managing two regional Engineering Managers (North and South), you will establish maintenance excellence, ensuring governance, process development, and strategic oversight.

Role: Head of Maintenance

Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum + benefits + bonuses

Location: Nationwide (preferably centrally located)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Engineering Managers and Maintenance Team daily activities
• Develop, implement, and audit maintenance processes, policies, and procedures
• Establish governance frameworks and oversee service level agreements
• Manage asset performance and maintenance budgets (approx. £5m)
• Collaborate with the Engineering Director to standardise maintenance practices
• Support major projects from a maintenance perspective
• Combine strategic leadership with hands-on process improvements

Requirements

• Extensive experience in Oil & Gas or related downstream industries
• Proven leadership in regulated environments (fuel, petroleum, chemical, hazardous waste)
• Technical qualifications in Engineering (Master’s, Degree, HNC, or HND)
• Experience in COMAH-regulated environments is highly desirable
• Strong stakeholder management and analytical skills
• Comfortable working remotely with occasional travel; ideally with good transport links

This is an excellent opportunity to shape and lead engineering activities for a major business.

Apply online or contact Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential discussion: technical-network.co.uk

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