Pilot Plant Operations Director

2 days ago


Cornwall, United Kingdom Imerys Full time
Job Description

As a Pilot Plant Manager, you will be responsible for the on-going development of the process and looking at ways to improve efficiency. You will support the on-going development of the project, being responsible for resource planning, scheduling, coaching, and developing, and organising work programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Being responsible for continuous improvement, process performance, equipment specifications, plant layout, risk reviews, permits, procurement, quality processes, and plant commissioning.
  • Taking ownership of the Pilot Plant facility, including fixed plant equipment, ancillary services, building facilities, laboratories, and internal offices.
  • Being responsible for the Health, Safety, and Environmental performance of activities within the Pilot Plant facility.
  • Managing the Pilot Plant Operations team of Engineers, Technicians, and Shift Operators.
  • Supporting and deputising for the line manager, as and when necessary.
  • Being responsible for the operating budget of up to £100k per month.
  • Coordinating operations, maintenance, and scale-up trial activities.
  • Regular input to business decision-making in the presence of company Directors and senior stakeholders.
  • Preparing reports & presentations.
  • Ensuring operating campaigns provide analytical and process data, to further understandings of mineral and chemical processes.
  • Responsible for the transfer of operational learning into process engineering deliverables.

What's in it for you?

Equivalent of 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata'd for shift workers).

Generous Pension Plan.

Life Assurance.

Income Protection.

Company Sick Pay.

Discounts on external retailers.

Cycle to work scheme.

We also offer a comprehensive package to support the wellbeing of our people which includes:

Employee Assistance Programme.

Virtual GP.

Flu and Eye care vouchers.

Enhanced family-friendly policies.

Menopause Support.

You will:

Have previous experience of working within process engineering, specifically, working on a processing plant, along with:

  • A qualification in process, mineral, chemical, or mechanical engineering.
  • Experience of maintenance planning and equipment modification.
  • Knowledge of process engineering design drawings and documentation.
  • Leadership skills.
  • Demonstrable Project Management skills in large capital projects.
  • Experience in common plant operations & maintenance software, such as MaintainX, Enablon, and SAP.
  • Working knowledge of H&S standards, behavioural safety, and safety systems.
  • Experience of managing multiple stakeholders across sites and functions.


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