Key Responsibilities
Shutdown Planning & Preparation
Lead the full planning lifecycle for a site-wide shutdown, including scope definition, schedule development, risk assessments, and cost estimation.
Work closely with engineering, maintenance, operations, and HSE teams to build a robust and compliant plan.
Develop detailed execution schedules using appropriate planning tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
Identify critical-path activities and optimise resource allocation to minimise downtime.
Ensure all materials, permits, manpower, and equipment are organised ahead of execution.
Execution Management
Oversee day-to-day shutdown activities, ensuring safety, quality, cost, and schedule targets are met.
Provide strong on-site leadership to contractors, maintenance teams, and engineering personnel.
Ensure compliance with COMAH safety case requirements and site-level process safety standards.
Manage progress reporting, daily coordination meetings, and live problem resolution.
Support statutory inspections, mechanical integrity checks, and commissioning phases.
Safety & Compliance
Champion a zero‑harm culture across the shutdown workforce.
Lead safety briefings, toolbox talks, and permit-to-work processes.
Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with LOTO, isolations, confined space procedures, and hot work controls.
Support and participate in incident investigations and safety audits.
Commercial & Financial Control
Manage shutdown budgets, track spending, and control scope changes.
Work with procurement teams to manage contractor contracts, variations, and invoicing.
Maintain accurate financial reporting against forecast.
Documentation & Handover
Ensure all shutdown documentation is accurately completed and handed over.
Oversee QA/QC checks, inspection records, and technical documentation.
Support plant commissioning and return-to-service processes.
Required Skills & Experience
Proven experience delivering major shutdowns or turnarounds in the chemical, refinery, or high‑hazard process industries.
Strong maintenance background (mechanical, electrical, or multi‑skilled).
Demonstrable understanding of COMAH regulations and process safety principles.
Experience leading large contractor teams in a high‑pressure shutdown environment.
Skilled in shutdown planning tools (Primavera P6 or MS Project).
Strong ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and maintain clear communication across departments.
Excellent problem‑solving capability, especially under time‑critical conditions.
Ability to manage budgets, track spend, and report financial performance.
Strong documentation, QA/QC, and handover management skills.
Desirable
Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree).
NEBOSH or IOSH certification.
Experience with statutory inspections and pressure systems regulations.
Experience on top-tier COMAH sites.
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