Engineering Manager job at Grays Full Time NEW

Title: Engineering Manager (Energy Recovery)

Location: Thurrock, Essex

Shifts: Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: Circa £75,000 – £80,000 per annum + 20% Annual Bonus + Private Medical

Our client is a national leader in energy recovery and an ethical firm dedicated to renewable energy solutions. This state-of-the-art Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) processes over 300,000 tonnes of waste annually, generating power for 60,000 homes.

As the Engineering & Maintenance Manager, you will lead all engineering aspects at the facility. Your goal is to ensure optimal long-term plant availability, preserve asset value, and maintain strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Departmental Leadership: Provide day-to-day management of the Engineering & Maintenance team, including direct reports (Mechanical, EC&I, and Business Support) and indirect staff.
• Maintenance Strategy: Responsible for the efficient planning and execution of all maintenance activities, including planned shutdowns and reactive repairs.
• Asset Management: Utilise the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to its full potential to deliver a robust asset management system.
• Financial Accountability: Manage departmental OPEX and lifecycle CAPEX budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities while meeting financial targets.
• Safety & Compliance: Control a Safe System of Working and ensure all activities align with statutory health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Contractor Management: Oversee contractors to ensure delivery against KPIs and adherence to site safety rules.
• Technical Oversight: Oversee plant modifications in line with Management of Change procedures and manage all statutory inspections.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: Engineering & Maintenance qualifications at Degree, HND, or HNC level (or equivalent).
• Technical Knowledge: Expertise in pressure systems, steam turbines, electrical generation, and Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Experience: Proven track record leading teams and contractors within the power or process industry to deliver agreed KPIs.
• Systems Proficiency: Direct experience working with CMMS and a strong understanding of Preventative Maintenance Systems.
• Legislative Expertise: Solid understanding of H&S legislation relevant to the power industry and CDM outage projects.
• Leadership Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to solve problems effectively under time pressure.
• Driving Licence: A full, clean driving licence is highly desirable

Benefits & Why Join?

• Financial Rewards: Benefit from a substantial 20% annual bonus, a Profit Share Scheme, and a contributory pension (up to 7%).
• Health & Security: Private Medical Insurance and physical/mental health support programs are provided as standard.
• Growth & Ambition: Access to continuous learning and clear pathways for progression in a “future-focused” national leader.

Alternative Titles: Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, Site Manager, ERF Manager, Power Station Manager.

Commutable from: Grays, Tilbury, Chafford Hundred, West Thurrock, Chadwell St Mary, Purfleet-on-Thames, Stanford-le-Hope, Corringham, South Ockendon, Gravesend, Basildon, and Aveley.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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