Assistant Depot Engineer
(Location: Plumley, Cheshire)
The role: We are looking to appoint an Assistant Depot Engineer to be based at our PSD (Petroleum Storage Depot) located at Plumley, Cheshire.
This is a dual function role where the post holder must be able to function independently as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, as part of the depot maintenance team and support/deputise for the Depot Engineer as required with a target wrench time of 60%, ensuring the Agency's standards of inspection and maintenance are upheld throughout the OPA assets.
The role requires an effective supervisor who can demonstrate strong leadership, who can positively engage all stakeholders and motivate staff, travel to other OPA OFDs (Oil Fuel Depots) with a focus on ensuring a positive culture and that safety standards are maintained at all times.
A full (preferably clean) car driving licence is essential for this post as some occasional travel will be required.
Responsibilities:
* Ensure compliance with Safe Systems of Work (SSOW)at all times by liaison with Site Management reference contractors on maintenance and defect rectification work to have the required SSOW paperwork in place prior to any commencement of work. This includes periodic visits during work to ensure compliance, this will include issuing of permits and supervision of contractors.
* Responsible for conducting routine maintenance tasks and maintenance for the site assets.
* Allocate and complete scheduled 'PPM' inspections to the appropriate trade discipline in a timely manner, manage task completion, defect rectification and closure via Agility.
* Procure equipment and services to support maintenance delivery.
* Liaise with the OFD Depot Engineer, OPA Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Planner to de-conflict works and ensure adequate resources are allocated to complete inspections and defect rectification in accordance with OPA criticality procedures.
* Escalate conflicts and resource issues to the Depot Engineer (Line manager).
* Schedule contractor resources and liaise with the Depot Engineer and Site Operations to ensure induction and work control processes are executed efficiently to minimise 'permit delays' and down-time.
* Review Maintenance related procedures to ensure compliance to Statutory, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or Relevant Good Practice to ensure the OPA meets obligations under COMAH legislation.
* Identify and initiate Management of Change processes where there is a change to procedures, plant & equipment, people, or substances.
* Ensure estate management encompassing all aspects of maintenance, minor/major works, and grounds management to the required standards.
The candidate: Candidates will need be an experienced Mechanical Technician who is familiar with the maintenance of process plant, and have a thorough working knowledge around Engineering, Maintenance, and Construction Processes.
Ideally you will have a minimum qualification of ONC / HNC in an engineering discipline, with at least three years' experience in an engineering role within a high hazard industry.
You will need to be able to demonstrate first line management potential, leadership, communications, and influencing skills, with a focus on ensuring all depot assets are maintained correctly, ensuring a positive safety culture is maintained.
Knowledge/Skills:
* Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the petroleum supply chain and the working arrangements of a Petroleum Depot.
* Demonstrable experience of leading / managing Mechanical Technicians, ensuring compliance with Planned Preventative Maintenance schedules.
* Working knowledge of CoMAH and CDM regulations
* Knowledge of hazardous area process plant environment, desirable.
* Ideally hold a basic health and safety qualification and be, or able to demonstrate an excellent safety management record.
* Has knowledge and experience around the being able to review and edit policies, procedures, written instructions around critical repairs, overhauls etc.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person