The Compressed Gas Maintenance and Operations Lead oversees safe operation of UK hydrogen facilities and compressed gas supply chains, ensuring safe production and distribution. Accountable for end-to-end supply chain safety (manufacturing, stock, planning, crisis, vendors). Balances supply/demand, maintains customer service during shortfalls, and controls asset maintenance for optimisation.
Responsibilities
* Ensure safe Runcorn operations and minimise safety risks.
* Manage facility maintenance compliance and adhere to safety requirements.
* Update risk assessments/SOPs.
* Facilitate and ensure compliant trailer fleet maintenance and documentation.
* Manage customer expectations through teams.
* Contribute to sales and operational execution, ensuring product quality.
* Drive customer satisfaction improvements and lead root cause analysis.
* Collaborate on technical solutions and ensure supply continuity.
* Optimise trailer filling and support commercial teams.
* Provide input on performance metrics and control operational costs.
* Support capacity planning and define investment requirements.
* Ensure cost-effective fleet maintenance.
Required Qualifications
* Full UK driving licence
* Strong safety focus
* Pressure equipment maintenance experience or technical background
* Gas/high-hazard manufacturing experience
* ISO quality plan and regulated industries experience
* Lean/continuous improvement knowledge
* Vendor management experience
* CMMS experience
* Basic gas property understanding
* Prioritising safety
* Strong communication
* Strategic delivery
* Coaching ability
* Leadership and motivation
* Enthusiasm
* Strong organisation
* Teamwork
* Analytical problem-solving skills