The BASF Agricultural Specialities Limited production site in Littlehampton produces industry-leading biological pest control products formulated from beneficial nematodes. These products are used by farmers and growers across the globe in agricultural, protected ornamental, and home and garden markets.
We are seeking an experienced Lead Maintenance Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be a critical link between the Asset Manager and maintenance technicians, supporting daily maintenance activities while driving improvements and contributing to both strategic decisions and high-priority projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Coordinate and schedule maintenance activities with production management, focusing on planned maintenance improvements, while guiding technicians in daily tasks, prioritising based on operational needs, and troubleshooting breakdowns hands-on.
* Act as the primary technical contact for contractors and coordinating maintenance tasks and guiding the engineers in daily work.
* Manage and optimise the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for effective scheduling, accurate data management, and reporting, while managing spare parts inventory to ensure availability of critical components in a cost-effective manner.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory and BASF guidelines through detailed maintenance documentation, change controls, incident management, inspections, and managing of permit-to-work and safety standards in all maintenance activities.
* Lead and support engineering projects from initial planning through completion, including managing budgets, timelines, compliance with BASF guidelines, and post-project performance tracking.
* Support Asset Management activities by ensuring change processes align with BASF requirements, implementing technical measures to enhance plant reliability and availability, and preparing and monitoring maintenance KPIs.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or demonstrable relevant experience and qualifications in engineering roles within biotechnology, chemical, or similar industries. An electrical bias would be advantageous.
* High computer literacy, with advanced knowledge of maintenance systems and programs, including Risk-Based Management, CMMS, Spare Parts Management, Bad Actor Analysis, and legal inspection requirements.
* Strong self-motivation and project leadership abilities, with excellent communication, networking, and collaboration skills, combined with a structured, solution-oriented, and independent work approach.
* Flexible and responsive to support critical breakdowns, including after-hours availability as needed.
* Excellent interpersonal skills to motivate, influence, and build positive relationships across teams, combined with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to effectively address maintenance challenges.
BENEFITS
Responsibility from day one in a challenging work environment and "on-the-job" training as part of a committed team.
At BASF we offer a total package which includes not only an attractive salary and bonus but also benefits including a defined contribution pension scheme; a share scheme; private healthcare and life insurance to name a few. We are happy to talk flexible working.
We believe that diversity and inclusion make the difference. Only when people with diverse backgrounds come together, contribute their various experiences and attitudes, and look at challenges from different perspectives, will creative innovations and ground-breaking solutions be created. We celebrate diversity and we actively promote an inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunities employer. All employment decisions shall be made without regard or reference to age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status and other protected characteristics.
Location: Littlehampton
Closing Date: 20.11.2024
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