Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Engineering Department as the lead for a highly skilled Electrical and Instrumentation team within a lower-tier COMAH facility.
We are seeking an experienced and qualified Electrical & Instrumentation Manager who can take ownership of departmental operations and contribute to ongoing site development. An immediate start is preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Department Management
- Overall responsibility for the Electrical & Instrumentation departments, including a team of approximately 14 engineers.
- Management of external contractors as required.
- Project Delivery
- Lead responsibility for the design, specification, and installation of electrical and instrumentation systems.
- Oversee both capital projects and maintenance work.
- Control and manage expenditure within approved budgets.
- Maintenance Operations
- Ensure the effective provision, operation, and continuous improvement of all Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance systems.
- Safety, Health & Environmental
- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture within the department.
- Ensure full compliance with legal, statutory, and internal safety requirements.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Liaise across all levels of the organisation.
- Coordinate with external stakeholders including suppliers, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Instrumentation & Control (degree preferred).
- At least 10 years of post-qualification experience, including:
- A minimum of 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Strong background in instrumentation and control.
- Technical expertise in:
- PLC/HMI programming (ideally RSLogix 500, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View).
- Hazardous area classification (ATEX).
- Functional safety within industrial process environments.
- Strong working knowledge of:
- Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- Engineering and office software (e.g. AutoCAD, Microsoft Office).
- Demonstrated:
- Ability to manage multiple complex priorities.
- Strong leadership and personnel management skills.
Additional Information
- Salary: Competitive and negotiable
- Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Holiday: 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
- Benefits:
- Paid sick leave scheme
- Life assurance
- Pension scheme
