Maintenance Engineering Manager

Airbus; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brenntag is seeking a Maintenance Engineering Manager for Scunthorpe operations. You will lead a multi-site maintenance team, drive safe, compliant plant operations, and coordinate preventive and reactive maintenance across complex process equipment.

You will ensure harsh-area inspections, manage contractors, and deliver continuous improvement in asset reliability, safety practices, and cost performance within a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading maintenance teams in safety-critical environments.
• Strong knowledge of DSEAR/ATEX and COMAH regulations.
• Experience with CMMS systems and asset management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the Maintenance Engineering team across two sites to ensure safety-first operations.
• Oversee planned, preventive, and reactive maintenance ensuring maximum asset uptime and minimal disruption.
• Ensure DSEAR/ATEX compliance and maintain hazardous-area documentation and certifications.
• Oversee maintenance of semi-automated/pneumatic/valve equipment and PUWER compliance.
• Manage project scopes, contractor management, and commissioning of upgrades.
• Promote safety culture and adherence to Permit-to-Work and other regulations.
• Identify reliability improvements and cost-optimization opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Compliance

CMMS SHIRE

Process Equipment

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Degree/HND in Engineering

NEBOSH General Certificate

COMPEX Ex01–Ex04

Tools

SHIRE CMMS

Job description

Maintenance Engineering Manager – Scunthorpe Operations

Purpose of Position Reporting 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 Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Management Lead, 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 sites Ensure all team activities follow company policies, Process Safety Management procedures, and statutory requirements.
• Maintenance Planning & Delivery Oversee 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 Compliance Ensure 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 Equipment Oversee 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 Management Support 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 & Compliance Ensure 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 Improvement Identify reliability improvements and maintenance optimisation opportunities. Support engineering-led performance and cost improvement initiatives.

Experience & Knowledge

• Proven experience in a leadership role, developing a motivated, engaged and high performing team
• Experience in a safety-critical, regulated environment. Strong background in process engineering preferably within Bulk Tank Farm and flammable liquids handling operations
• Working 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 advantageous
• Understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies

Budgetary Control and Project Management

Experience

Personal Attributes

• Prioritises Safety above all else. Strong organisational and communication skills. Detail-oriented, logical, and numerate. Strong problem-solving ability.

Education

• Degree/HND in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline)
• NEBOSH General Certificate
• COMPEX Ex01–Ex04 qualification.

Equal Employment Opportunities

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 Team

Brenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks. We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution. As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company’s mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future.

For more information, please visit www.brenntag.com