Maintenance Team Leader (Mechanical)

Who are Argent Energy?

Backed by Swire, Argent Energy is a leading European waste-based biodiesel producer with a vision to help decarbonise transport worldwide. We believe in using waste materials only and continuously search for new waste to be turned into higher value products. We invest in people and their development as well as R&D to drive innovation in products, technologies and operational excellence. We have sites in the UK and Amsterdam. 

This is a day-based role (8-4, Mon to Fri) but some additional support is expected at shutdowns and plant outages. There is also an expectation to participate in a call-out Rota if required and deputise as needed.

Main Purpose of Job:

To lead a team to deal with preventative and planned mechanical maintenance ensuring Operational priorities are met and compliant with health, safety and environment.

What you will be doing:

• Execution of planned, corrective and preventative maintenance schedules.

• Monitor and update the CMS system to ensure tasks are closed, with relevant work history.

• Oversee the stores process to ensure accurate tracking and management of all maintenance-related inventory, including tools, spare parts, and consumables.

• Lead, mentor, and motivate the team, including performance management, training and competence assessment to enhance skills and foster development.

• Lead by example in promoting a safety culture, emphasising the importance of SHE practices

• Drive continuous improvement within the team, identifying areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.

• Manage contractors effectively to ensure that all outsourced work is conducted safely, within scope, and up to the organisation’s quality and compliance standards.

What you will need to be successful:

• Leadership Skills

• Prioritisation and time management

• Good organisational skills

• Communication Skills

• Analytical Skills

• Budget awareness

• Experience with developing others

• Good IT Skills (Excel/PowerPoint etc)

• Experience of using  CMS systems

• Knowledge of Maintenance Engineering standards

Specific Experience and Qualifications required:

• Trade-based apprenticeship essential.

• Relevant safety qualification e.g. IOSH/NEBOSH

• Relevant mechanical maintenance experience within the Oil/Gas/Chemical Industry essential.

• COMAH site Experience (desirable).

• Experience with critical spares management

• Experience Leading Teams of Contractors

What’s on offer

• Medicash

• Enhanced pension

• Bonus Scheme

• Onsite car parking

• Skills and qualification development