Site Manager

Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Altrad Services is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead operations at Stanlow Oil Refinery, North West England. You will oversee mechanical, scaffolding and insulation activities, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

You will manage multidisciplinary teams, control budgets, drive continuous improvement, and maintain strong client relationships while upholding health, safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Leadership and team management on industrial sites.
• Commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.
• Experience with multi-discipline operations and budgeting.
• Strong communication with clients and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of on-site operations for mechanical, scaffolding and insulation works.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors to deliver safe, high-quality work.
• Plan, manage and monitor site activities to meet client expectations and timelines.
• Manage site budgets, cost control, forecasting and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve commercial performance and value for the client.
• Act as primary site contact, building strong client relationships and coordinating with internal units.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Commercial management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

About The Role

Job Title: Site Manager

Location: EET Fuels (Essar Oil UK) - Stanlow Oil Refinery, North West England

Altrad Services is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Site Manager to lead operations at our Stanlow Oil Refinery site in the North West of England. This is a key leadership role with full responsibility for operational delivery, commercial performance, and safety across a multidisciplinary industrial site.

The successful candidate will oversee mechanical, scaffolding, and insulation activities, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity. You will play a critical role in driving operational efficiency, delivering commercial value and strengthening client relationships.

This position is ideally suited to a candidate with a strong industrial background and a proven track record in managing complex, multi-discipline environments.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Take full ownership of on-site operations, ensuring efficient delivery of all works across mechanical, scaffolding, and insulation disciplines.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and specialist contractors to deliver safe, high-quality work.
• Plan, manage, and monitor site activities to ensure timely project delivery in line with client expectations.

Commercial & Financial Management

• Manage site budgets, cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve commercial performance and deliver added value to the client.
• Ensure robust commercial governance, including change management and accurate reporting.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary site contact for the client, building strong relationships and ensuring excellent communication.
• Collaborate closely with internal business units to ensure smooth integration of services and resources.
• Drive continuous improvement and demonstrate tangible value through innovation and efficiency.

Safety, Compliance & Quality

• Lead a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Ensure all site activities meet regulatory, contractual, and company requirements.
• Champion safe systems of work and a proactive approach to risk management.

Team Leadership

• Provide strong leadership and direction to site teams, promoting accountability, development, and high performance.
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment across all site personnel.

Key Deliverables

• Proven experience managing industrial sites, ideally within mechanical, scaffolding, or insulation disciplines.
• Strong background in commercial management, including cost control, budgeting, and reporting.
• Experience in managing multidisciplinary teams and coordinating complex work scopes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrable experience improving operational efficiency and driving commercial value.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental standards within an industrial setting.
• Ability to analyse performance data and implement improvements.

About The Organisation

We are the leading provider of infrastructure services. At Altrad, we transform our nation's critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore. Join a Leading Organisation in the Nuclear Industry.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the nuclear industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage - including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We're happy to discuss what would help you take part fully.