Role Profile

Area Superintendent

Key Processes:

The exact nature of the work will depend on the size of the employing organisation.
However, it will almost certainly involve:

• The management of production schedules in respect of intermediate and finished products. May be responsible for optimisation of commercial decisions on plant operations.
• Accountable for the safety of all personnel working within or visiting their area
• Liaise with maintenance group in relation short and long term planning for the inspection and maintenance of process units
• Liaise with maintenance department and expedition of plant and repairs
• The safe & efficient running of refinery production units and the optimisation of plant utilisation
• Would have input to the training and development of production staff within their designated areas, together with the shift superintendent

Entry Level:

- Degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry (or related discipline)
- Chartered status
- OR Has extensive experience in practical plant operations

Search for related degrees or courses:

Industry Standard:

- Degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry (or related discipline)
- Chartered status
- Extensive experience in practical plant operations
- Strategic management approach to refinery operations
- Functional Skills – IT Level 2

Competencies:

• Strategic management skills
• Performance management skills
• Management & Leadership skills
• Budget planning skills
• Good communication and reporting skills
• Problem solving

Knowledge needed for the role:

• Has a complete understanding of the business and its impact on impact on local, national and international markets
• Thorough and comprehensive knowledge of refinery processes
• Health and Safety issues and Codes of practice relevant to the industry including COSHH and COMAH Regs
• Risk Assessments

Pay and conditions:

Salaries are in the range £50,000 to £75,000 plus other allowances. Normal daywork hours and subject to weekend and public holiday on call duties.

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