I am currently recruiting for a Global Chemical Manufacturing Client for the below position on a temporary basis while we recruit for the role on a permanent basis. applicants who are available on a temporary basis but interested in a permanent role are welcome to apply; Job Title: Site Maintenance Manager Location: Teesside Job Purpose The Site Maintenance Manager will provide professional expertise in Site Maintenance Management, ensuring plant operational efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness within budget constraints. The role requires strong leadership skills to manage a multi-discipline maintenance team, liaise with contractors, and drive improvements in safety and performance. Key Responsibilities Oversee and ensure the delivery of preventative and corrective maintenance schedules. Lead a multi-discipline maintenance team, assigning tasks and providing technical guidance. Liaise with specialist sub-contractors and plant personnel to scope, install, and execute projects to site standards. Monitor maintenance performance and identify opportunities for improvement in safety and operational efficiency. Maintain accurate site records of maintenance activities, including equipment specifications, repairs, inspections, and downtime. Prepare and provide maintenance reports, including KPIs such as plant/equipment downtime, Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR). Ensure the availability of spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies while balancing cost control and downtime risk reduction. Support the planning and execution of CAPEX programme projects. Ensure all maintenance activities comply with corporate, departmental, and legislative requirements. Collaborate with other Area Maintenance Managers to optimise total maintenance performance across Teesside manufacturing operations. Attend Safety and Outage Event meetings, as well as customer-specific health and safety training sessions. Required Competencies & Qualifications Foundation Degree in Engineering or equivalent. Minimum of 15 years’ experience in Maintenance and Operations. Experience working in COMAH-regulated Chemical or Petrochemical plants. Strong leadership and teamwork skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Extensive experience in Chemical & Polymers Projects (Greenfield and Brownfield). Significant maintenance experience across multiple trades. Reporting & Compliance The Site Maintenance Manager will report to the Senior Manager, Maintenance. Responsible for ensuring all maintenance work adheres to legal and corporate standards, procedures, and best practices. Accountable for maintaining compliance with clients Operations Management System (OMS) and Maintenance Procedures (MPs)