Site Engineering Manager

E3recruitment; Accrington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing company in Accrington is seeking a Site Engineering Manager to oversee all engineering functions. This pivotal role ensures asset integrity and compliance with regulatory standards, while driving continuous improvement in plant reliability and safety. The ideal candidate will possess robust hands-on engineering leadership experience, particularly within chemical or process industries.

Qualifications

• Strong experience on a COMAH regulated site is essential.
• Proven track record in an engineering leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of UK regulatory compliance for high-hazard sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all site engineering activities including maintenance and projects.
• Maintain and improve asset integrity in line with COMAH requirements.
• Manage a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Skills

Leadership

Engineering Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Chemical or Process Engineering

Time-served HND qualified with engineering leadership experience

Job description

• Duration:
• Reference:BBBH15586
• Location:Accrington, Lancashire
• Start Date:ASAP
• Skills:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Site Engineering Manager to lead all engineering functions at our COMAH-regulated chemical manufacturing site. This role is pivotal in ensuring asset integrity, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement of plant reliability, availability, and safety.

The ideal Site Engineering Manager candidate will have a strong background in chemical, high hazard or process industries and excellent leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities of Site Engineering Manager :

• Lead and manage all site engineering activities, including maintenance, projects, reliability, and utilities.
• Maintain and improve asset integrity and site infrastructure in line with COMAH requirements.
• Working knowledge and understanding of compliance with COMAH, PUWER, DSEAR, LOLER, and other relevant legislation.
• As the Site Engineering Manager , you will manage a multidisciplinary engineering team, including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and external contractors.
• Own and improve Engineering KPIs related to downtime, reliability, cost, and HSE compliance.

Qualifications required for Site Engineering Manager :

• Degree qualified in Mechanical or Chemical or Process Engineering, or Time-served HND qualified with significant hands-on engineering leadership experience.
• Proven track record in an engineering leadership role within a chemical or process manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience on a COMAH regulated site is essential.
• In-depth knowledge of UK regulatory compliance (ISO9001, IS14001, and IS05001) for high-hazard sites.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking chemical manufacturing company as a Site Engineering Manager . The business is committed to the long-term success of the site, and you’ll be part of a collaborative team focused on driving operational performance and delivering manufacturing excellence.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and have the opportunity to excel as a Site Engineering Manager , please click on the link below to apply directly.

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