Lead engineering performance across a major UK manufacturing site
We are recruiting for an experienced Area Engineering Manager to lead engineering activity across a major chemical / process manufacturing site in Greatham.
The plant is entering an exciting new stage, with renewed focus on engineering leadership, asset reliability, statutory compliance and continuous improvement.
This is a key leadership role where you will manage Mechanical, Electrical and Instrument engineering teams, drive asset availability and ensure plant and equipment are maintained in line with statutory, site, corporate and recognised engineering standards.
What youll be doing
You will:
1. Lead engineering management across manufacturing assets.
2. Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, including PSSR and safety-critical systems.
3. Lead Mechanical, Electrical and Instrument engineering teams.
4. Oversee technical investigations, failure analysis and incident investigations.
5. Develop and maintain asset maintenance strategies.
6. Drive reliability improvement, loss reduction and continuous improvement activity.
7. Use reliability data and engineering insight to reduce downtime.
8. Engage and manage specialist contractors for complex repairs and modifications.
9. Ensure suitable technical specifications a...