Senior Reliability Engineer

Position:
Lead Reliability Engineer

Location:
Royston, UK

Department:
Maintenance

As the Lead Reliability Engineer, you will leverage your technical expertise and experience to establish the optimal maintenance strategy aimed at ensuring the long-term dependability of our operational assets.

This role encompasses the effective scheduling and planning of preventive maintenance activities in collaboration with production teams, technical support units, external contractors, and internal resources. You will implement Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) and utilize predictive maintenance methodologies to guide decisions regarding necessary intrusive maintenance, thereby supporting maximum plant availability.

In close partnership with the Maintenance Manager, you will offer technical direction on the repair, maintenance, and installation of equipment utilized throughout the facility, ensuring that operational requirements are met through timely and efficient resource allocation and effective prioritization of tasks.

This position is accountable for upholding safety and quality standards, ensuring team safety, and fostering a proactive EHS culture focused on zero harm.

The facility will play a crucial role within a complex operational site, thus familiarity with ATEX, Functional Safety, and EHS critical equipment is highly desirable.

The work environment will involve a mix of office duties and hands-on activities on the plant floor, including regular visits to various production areas, encompassing both pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical processes.

Your Responsibilities:

Promote and drive a positive Health & Safety culture while ensuring compliance with company policies and standards (including HR/EHS/Security) to cultivate a safe environment focused on zero harm.

Ensure that all safe work systems are integrated into maintenance planning and scheduling, with effective checks and controls maintained, including PTW, POWRA, LOTO, and PSSR.

Reporting to the Commissioning Production Manager, you will provide technical input to spearhead the development and execution of the Maintenance Reliability Strategy.

Review OEM recommendations and create the necessary instructions for systems to function correctly during Commissioning & Start-up phases, including maintenance policies, safe work systems, and isolation procedures for the plant.

Conduct appraisals and performance reviews as necessary. Monitor, assess, and address personnel performance, attendance, and health issues, maintaining records in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Oversee contractors and ensure adherence to company standards and performance expectations, escalating any issues as required.

Operations involve mid-level complexity, necessitating more intricate maintenance and repair coordination, along with budget awareness and control.

Requirements for the Role:
HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical, Control, or Instrumentation.
Proficient knowledge of Instrumentation & Process Control.
Understanding of DSEAR / ATEX regulations.
Experience in managing contractors and service agreements.
5+ years of relevant experience, ideally within a chemical or similarly high-risk industry.
Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively to achieve objectives.

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including bonuses, excellent pension contributions, and 25 days of annual leave (varies for shift-based roles).

At our company, fostering an inclusive culture is central to our values and future ambitions. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and thrive in their careers.

We welcome all individuals, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences, or perspectives, as this diversity allows us to unite various voices and experiences to tackle significant challenges.

Being genuinely inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their insights and contributions, fostering a sense of belonging.

Our organization is open to discussions regarding part-time, job-sharing, and flexible working arrangements.

Application Process:
This job advertisement will remain posted for a minimum period; early applications are encouraged. For any inquiries or if you require reasonable adjustments to support your application, please reach out to us.

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