Shift Manager – Heavy Industry Location: Southampton, UKSalary: £72,000 total package (£60,000 base + £12,000 shift allowance)Shifts: 12-hour rotating shifts (days & nights)Time Off: 12 days off every 6-week cycleAbout the RoleWe are working on behalf of a leading global industrial organisation to find an experienced Shift Manager for a key site near Fawley, Southampton. This is a unique opportunity to join a critical operations team within a complex and high-performing industrial facility.In this role, you’ll play a hands-on leadership role in the safe and efficient running of a heavy industry plant. You’ll be the most senior person on site during shifts, working closely with a Remote Operations Centre (ROC) and ensuring that safety, compliance, and production standards are consistently met.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee daily plant operations on a shift-to-shift basis, ensuring safety and reliability at all timesWork collaboratively with the ROC to optimise performance and respond to real-time operational needsManage contractors on site, reviewing method statements and risk assessmentsIssue and monitor Permits to Work, maintaining full control of on-site activitiesConduct regular inspections, identify faults, and ensure timely maintenance and notificationsAnalyse and act on shift reports to drive continuous improvementLead local emergency responses or abnormal situation handling when requiredUphold health, safety, and environmental standards in all aspects of the jobWhat We're Looking ForSomeone who has come through an apprenticeship background in Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation engineeringIdeally has gained practical experience in a similar role within heavy industry, such as oil & gas, petrochemical, refining, or industrial gasesStrong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and departmentsA proactive, safety-first mindset and the ability to remain calm and effective under pressureStrong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities, with a continuous improvement approachWillingness and flexibility to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekendsWhat’s in It for You?£72,000 total package with shift allowance25 days annual leave, plus flexible leave benefitsPension and life assurance as standardOngoing training and career development opportunities within a global industrial organisationAccess to a comprehensive benefits and wellbeing platformA highly inclusive environment where integrity, accountability, and safety come firstReady to Apply?This is your chance to join a world-class operation where your expertise will make a real impact. If you're looking for a long-term career opportunity in a company that values safety, teamwork, and continuous growth, we want to hear from you.Apply today to take the next step in your career – even if you don’t tick every box, we’d still like to hear your story.We are an equal opportunity recruitment agency. Reasonable adjustments are available on request.Max Carr from DCS is looking after the role