At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead safe and efficient plant operations while driving process optimisation and supporting capital projects.
- Company: Join a leading petrochemical organisation focused on innovation and safety.
- Benefits: Enjoy private healthcare, pension plans, life assurance, and comprehensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the petrochemical sector with clear paths to senior leadership roles.
- Qualifications: 7-15+ years in petrochemicals with a relevant degree; strong leadership and communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60750 - 74250 £ per year.
Hire Resolve is assisting petrochemical organisations in hiring experienced petrochemical professionals to support refinery, chemicals, and downstream manufacturing operations across the United Kingdom. This is a multi-role opportunity covering several functions within the sector, including plant operations, process and project engineering, reliability and maintenance, process safety and HSE, quality, supply chain, and commercial/technical services. These opportunities suit mid- to senior-level professionals and offer clear progression toward senior leadership roles (for example, Operations/Production Manager, Engineering Manager, Reliability Lead, HSE/Process Safety Manager, and Site Leadership roles).
Key Responsibilities
- Lead safe, efficient plant operations across continuous and batch processes, utilities, and supporting units.
- Drive process optimisation, debottlenecking, yield improvement, energy efficiency, and cost reduction initiatives.
- Support or lead capital projects from scope development through execution, commissioning, and handover.
- Maintain robust technical and operational documentation (P&IDs, procedures, operating envelopes, change control).
- Strengthen asset reliability through preventive/predictive maintenance strategies, RCA, shutdown planning, and integrity programmes.
- Ensure compliance with UK HSE expectations, COMAH requirements (where applicable), and site safety management systems.
- Participate in or lead risk assessments (HAZOP/LOPA), incident investigations, and corrective action tracking.
- Oversee contractor management and safe systems of work (Permit to Work, LOTO/isolations, method statements and risk assessments).
- Monitor KPIs for safety, production, quality, reliability, and budget performance; report and improve outcomes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Laboratory, Supply Chain, and external vendors).
- Support audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions; ensure actions are closed out effectively.
- Develop and coach teams through training, competency development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline; relevant professional registration (e.g., Chartered Engineer) is advantageous for some roles.
- Typically 7-15+ years' experience in petrochemicals, refining, specialty chemicals, polymers, industrial gases, or similar process manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated experience in one or more functional tracks: operations leadership, process engineering, reliability/maintenance, rotating equipment, process safety/HSE, projects, quality, or commercial/technical support.
- Working knowledge of UK process safety and regulatory expectations (HSE frameworks, COMAH where applicable, Permit to Work, isolations/LOTO, contractor safety).
- Familiarity with common plant systems and tools such as CMMS/EAM (e.g., SAP/Maximo), process historians (e.g., PI System), and standard engineering documentation practices.
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, and reporting skills; able to lead cross-functional delivery and influence decisions.
- Willingness to work onsite in an industrial environment; some roles may involve on-call rotation, shift coverage, or travel depending on site requirements.
Benefits
- Private Healthcare Plan
- Pension Plans
- Life Assurance
- Leave Package
- Training & Development
Mid-Senior Petrochemical Professionals in Grangemouth employer: Hire Resolve.com
At Hire Resolve, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer in the mining sector, offering mid-senior professionals a dynamic work environment across the UK. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through clear progression pathways into senior leadership roles, alongside a robust benefits package that includes private healthcare, pension plans, and comprehensive training opportunities. Join us to be part of a collaborative culture that prioritises safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement in the mining industry.
