Maintenance Manager

Calor Gas Ltd.; Coryton; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance and company related bonus

Private medical insurance

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Life Assurance of 4x salary

Matched pension contributions of up to

Retailor discounts and many, many more

Job summary

Calor Gas Ltd. is seeking a Maintenance Manager at our Coryton site to lead a skilled team of mechanical and electrical technicians. This on-site role requires you to ensure safe, reliable operation and to drive maintenance excellence across the facility.

You will manage safety systems, budgets, and contractor activities, delivering cost-effective improvements while maintaining compliance with COMAH and health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or HNC in Engineering (Mechanical) preferred.
• Experience on COMAH or high-hazard sites desirable.
• NEBOSH or IOSH Safety Qualification preferred.
• Strong experience in equipment compliance and safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a safety-first operation and report Process Safety KPIs monthly.
• Supervise maintenance team and contractors to ensure safe work.
• Plan day-to-day site maintenance including safety-critical equipment.
• Oversee SAP/FSM maintenance scheduling system and ensure accuracy.
• Control the maintenance department budget, cost centres, and purchasing.
• Support engineering projects and integrate modifications into site operations.
• Participate in audits and incident management with technical input.
• Take part in Emergency Response duties and be ready for on-call within 60 minutes.

Skills

Driving license

Leadership

Equipment compliance

Engineering qualification

COMAH/high-hazard experience

NEBOSH/IOSH

Maintenance systems

Hazardous area knowledge

Project management

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 / HNC in Engineering (Mechanical)

Job description

Maintenance Manager

Coryton – Onsite

Fulltime, Permanent

£44,000 - £55,000 per annum (DOE)

Are you a strong leader who puts people at the heart of everything you do? Do you excel in building relationships, inspiring trust, and getting the best out of your team? If so, we want you to join our team at Calor as a Maintenance Manager at one of our Upper Tier COMAH sites.

This role is based on-site at our Coryton site, and would require the successful candidate to live within a 60-minute radius of the site due to emergency response responsibilities.

About the Role:

In this pivotal role as the Maintenance Manager, you'll have the unique opportunity to evolve, shape, and grow your department, positioning it for future success. Leading your site and team to achieve operational excellence, you'll be at the forefront of exciting projects, ensuring that every aspect of our operations runs smoothly and safely. Your expertise in cost management and safety compliance will be crucial in maintaining the efficient operation of all equipment at our Upper Tier COMAH site.

You’ll lead a dedicated team of mechanical and electrical technicians, oversee contractors, and manage the safe system of work, including the issuing of permits. Your leadership will be key in upholding our high safety standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, and driving the success of our maintenance operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a safety-first operation, driving towards an incident-free workplace, and report on Process Safety Performance Indicators monthly.
• Supervise and allocate work to our Maintenance Team and contractors, ensuring all activities are carried out safely and to specification.
• Plan and oversee day-to-day site maintenance, including safety-critical equipment and fire protection systems.
• Manage the SAP/FSM maintenance scheduling system, ensuring it is up-to-date and accurate.
• Control the maintenance department's budget, manage cost centres, and oversee purchasing orders.
• Support Engineering projects, ensuring all modifications and inspections are integrated into site operations.
• Play an active role in audits and the incident management team, providing technical advice and support as needed.
• Participate in Emergency Response duties, including out-of-hours on‑call support, ensuring availability to respond within 60 minutes of travel time to the site.

What We’re Looking For:

• Full UK Driving License
• A strong leader with a passion for developing and motivating your team to achieve their best.
• Strong experience in managing equipment compliance
• A solid professional background in engineering, with at least an NVQ Level 3 or HNC in Engineering, Mechanical is desirable.
• Experience in maintaining COMAH or high-hazard sites is highly desirable.
• Ideally, you hold a NEBOSH or IOSH Safety Qualification and possess a thorough understanding of health and safety legislation and procedures.
• Proficient in maintenance systems, with a strong grasp of planned preventative maintenance regimes.
• Familiarity with hazardous area regulations, including hands‑on experience with electronic control systems, pumps, compressors, pneumatics, pipework, and pressure vessels.
• Strong communication and project management skills, with the ability to lead effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑stakes environment.

Why Calor?

At Calor, safety is at the forefront of everything we do, and we are looking for a leader who shares our commitment. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact by leading a dedicated team and ensuring the safe and reliable operation of our site. We value innovation, inclusivity, and a passion for excellence, and we are committed to supporting your growth and development.

What can we offer you…

• Performance and company related bonus
• Private medical insurance
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance of 4x salary
• Matched pension contributions of up to 7.5%
• Retailor discounts and many, many more!

For a full list of our benefits visit:

https://www.calor.co.uk/about-us/careers

Don’t tick all the boxes?

At Calor, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and unique talents. We understand that candidates may not tick every box on the list, and that's okay! We value individuality, creativity, and the ability to learn and adapt.

Join us at Calor, where your unique qualities are recognised, appreciated, and celebrated. We're more than a checklist – we're a community of individuals driving innovation and positive change.