Plant Manager / Site Production Manager


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BluetownOnline Ltd

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11th March 2020

Location

Ellesmere Port

Salary/Rate

£70000 - £90000

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Permanent

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ASAP

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Job Title: Plant ManagerLocation: StanlowSalary: CompetitiveJob Type: Full Time, Permanent (Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm)Closing Date: Friday 3rd April 2020The Company is the UK's leading waste-to-energy biodiesel producer with operations in Scotland and North West England and has always been privately owned. Their main plant, near Motherwell in Scotland, started production in 2005.Following significant investment to facilitate growth and development, a number of facilities have been built in the Stanlow area. They specialise in the production and supply of high grade, sustainable diesel made from waste fats and oils deliberately excluding any raw materials that could also be used for food or feed.Role Overview:Responsible for all aspects of production at their Stanlow Biodiesel Refinery. The Plant Manager will take a managerial lead but also requires a hands-on approach. The Plant Manager is accountable for the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the Biodiesel Refinery and leads the interaction with the functional support teams in relation to maintenance, feedstock planning, budgetary reporting, quality and SHE.Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:Member of the Site Leadership Team, engaged in developing overall site strategy and resource management plansManage fixed and variable costs within budgetManagement of the production teams including performance appraisals and holidays, attendance, sickness and absence overtime and individual and team performance are proactively managedDeveloping 5-year capex program in conjunction with Engineering to ensure unit operations are optimised and appropriate controls and monitoring and reporting processes are in placeDevelop and deliver improvement plans incorporating engineering modification and improved Plant operationDeliver Safety, Health and Environmental excellence. Ensure Plant appearance and housekeeping standards are maintained and company policy and regulatory requirements are metIdentify training and development requirements for production team and assist the HR Team in planning training for individuals and teamsDeliver against business production plans ensuring volume and quality requirements are achievedManage the short interval control process for the Plant and lead daily production meetingsLead the production organisation ensuring full regulatory compliance in all aspects of Plant operationEnsure a thorough knowledge of your Health & Safety responsibilities and ensure your team are aware of their responsibilitiesLead by example and ensure compliance with all PPE and HSE requirementsEnsure all staff and visitors operates in compliance with Safety regulationsFull responsibility for the safety of team membersActively participate in addressing Safety, Health and Environmental issues affecting the production areas, ensuring the relevant S, H&E checks are carried outFull knowledge of the Plant Emergency Procedures and associated responses are requiredSupport Company Initiatives and demonstrate Company ValuesTo comply with all legal, regulatory and statutory obligations applicable to the roleParticipate in training and personal development activities as requiredBe flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to your role; Carry out any other reasonable tasks as required by the CompanyCompany Initiatives:Take responsibility for the Health and Safety of yourself and others whilst at work and to comply with the Company's policies and legislationSupport Company Initiatives and demonstrate Company ValuesTo comply with all legal, regulatory and statutory obligations applicable to the roleParticipate in training and personal development activities as requiredBe flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to your role; Carry out any other reasonable tasks as required by the CompanySafety, Health and EnvironmentCarry out all activities in line with the Company's SH&E rules and guidelinesAlways wear Personal Protection Equipment as required. Take responsibility for your own PPE ensuring appropriate storage and careAlways work in a manner safe to yourself and others and report any hazards immediatelyEnsure all staff and visitors operate in compliance with Safety RegulationsMake yourself aware of all Emergency procedures and ResponsesThe Candidate:Degree in Process or Chemical engineering preferredSignificant experience working in a process plant is essentialBiodiesel manufacturing experience highly desirableA strong people manager with front line leadership skillsPrevious people management experience (particularly in leading a team of up to 50) is required; knowledge of shift working/operation would be desirableExperience in managing and delivering projectsKnowledge and understanding of current legislation and compliance, i.e. IPCC, EA, HSEDriven individual with ambition to step up in an operational organisationCandidate must be able to work under pressure, be self-motivated, credible, with the ability to lead and motivate a team to maximise the performance of the plantPlease click the APPLY button and you will be REDIRECTED to the company's careers page.Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Plant Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Site Production Manager, Production Manager, Site Manager, Production Plant Manager, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering may also be considered for this role.

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