On-site Manager

Location: Denham Springs, LouisianaType/ Duration: Direct HireIndustry : Chemical; global organizationNotes: Full relocation package available if requiredSummaryTo provide support to site operations in line with production demands and business goals by delivering an effective and efficient service across all areas related to Maintenance, Reliability & Mechanical Engineering.Required Experience and SkillsBachelor’s degree in a related field, Mechanical Engineering preferredLeadership and/ or management experience requiredMinimum 5+ years’ manufacturing experience in Maintenance/ Reliability and ProjectsWide knowledge of engineering practice and chemical plant maintenanceContractual administration and financial/ budgetary control and managementEffective interpersonal and communication skillsStrong time management and prioritization skillsEmbodies Core Values of: Accountability, Delivering Results, Bias for Action, and IntegrityPrimary Duties & ResponsibilitiesTo provide specialist support and advice to Site Management on engineering matters at all stages of the Company’s operations to mitigate against major accident or incidentImplementation and control of standards used in the construction, inspection, operation and maintenance of plant and equipment to maintain the appropriate level of integrityLiaison with statutory, industry and academic bodies on matters relating to construction, inspection, operation and maintenance of chemical manufacturing facilitiesResponsible for the installation of new plant, and changes to existing plant and equipment, to appropriate standards within the Management of Change systemTo act as the facilities subject-matter-expert on matters of mechanical integrity, including providing an appropriate review of 3rd party equipment assessment reportsTechnicalGo-to functional expert for all Maintenance, Reliability, and Mechanical issuesEnsure assets have suitable care programs and effective routine maintenance plansEnsure appropriate spares strategy is in place and maintainedEnsure all necessary inspection records, drawings, etc. are maintained and up to dateImplement, report on, and drive improvements to appropriate KPI’sManage capital projects and associated budgets and deliver on-time and in fullProactively identify Continuous Improvement opportunitiesMaintain and communicate knowledge of best practice, new regulations, and standardsReview and approve placement of contracts, initiating/ managing negotiation onf contracts for services required to support site operationsResponsible for the development of Maintenance function’s annual budgets and for the monitoring and control of maintenance expenditure by ensuring efficient work management and cost control/ cost reporting by Maintenance dept.Approve, initiate development, audit and monitor departmental procedures and work methods to ensure consistent controlled productive application.ManagementEnsure employees, contractors, and visitors comply with Policy and associated proceduresEnsure appropriate company standards are understood and implementedEnsure all safety and environmental protection equipment is adequate and maintainedCarry out and regularly review risk assessments, and control measures to prevent accidentsEnsure all employees receive adequate training and instructionsFully investigate accidents, near misses, and incidents; identify root causes and act promptlyEnsure all new equipment, modifications, or changes to systems are assessed and approved before implementationMaintain and update the CMMS system documenting all maintenance activitiesParticipate and manage Productivity Projects and implementations for OperationsActively monitor for compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment ManagerBusiness ImprovementTo provide specialist support and advice to Site Management on engineering matters at all stages of the Company’s operations to mitigate against major accident or incidentImplementation and control of standards used in the construction, inspection, operation and maintenance of plant and equipment to maintain the appropriate level of integrityLiaison with statutory, industry and academic bodies on matters relating to construction, inspection, operation and maintenance of chemical manufacturing facilitiesResponsible for the installation of new plant, and changes to existing plant and equipment, to appropriate standards within the Management of Change systemTo act as the facilities subject-matter-expert on matters of mechanical integrity, including providing an appropriate review of 3rd party equipment assessment reportsComplianceComplies with company Health, Safety, and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangementsReports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptlyActs in a safe and responsible manner at all timesWhere applicable, to inspect before use, and use correctly, the plant equipment, machinery and personal protective equipment provided, and take corrective action within your competency level and report to line management any defects identified.