The Production Shift Manager will oversee daily operations within the Manufacturing and Production department, ensuring efficiency and adherence to quality standards. This role is based in London and requires a strong background in production management within the property industry.

Client Details

Located in Ince close by to Chester, the site is a long‑established part of the region's industrial landscape, playing a quiet but important role in supporting a more resilient energy system. It brings together large‑scale infrastructure, technical expertise and long‑term investment to help transform resources that would otherwise go to waste into dependable power and useful by‑products.

With strong links to the local area and a focus on continuous improvement, the operation contributes to regional employment, energy security and the transition to lower‑carbon industry. Designed to operate safely, efficiently and responsibly, the site reflects a commitment to balancing industrial performance with environmental stewardship and community engagement.

Description

As the Production Shift Manager you will be tasked with the following -

The training of shift team staff and continuous development. Determine solutions and actions on problems of the day. Operational standards, safety and routine checks. Permit to work, and process isolation. SSOW and compliance of contract staff with site rules and working standards. Acts as emergency controller during plant incidents. Monitor operations in the control room and advice on deviations and alarms. Plant process (is) operating under license / permit from the Environment Agency. Responsible, as senior authorised person, for the issue and control of permits to work including High Voltage (HV). Task and monitoring of shift team. Implement efficient working practices. Work to operational procedures. Check, diagnose and advise on environmental parameters, analyse and make corrections in accordance with procedures and license. Adjust process conditions to meet KPI's set by line manager. Monitor water quality and advice on steam and condensate quality variances. Check process control for normal operating conditions and act on deviation and alarms. Review, update and develop operational procedures and SSOW as required by line manager. Maintain the operational function of the facility by inspection and prompt reporting of fault conditions. Use CMMS (computerised maintenance management system) to raise and monitor maintenance work orders Promote, through good working practice, positive employee relations. Promote a safety conscious attitude toward operational activities through sound safe systems of work, accurate and timely reporting of incidents. Ensure effective relationships with other departments to plan activities together. Produce shift log reports and analyse operational activities. Liaise with emergency services, point of call during silent hours.

Profile

A successful Production Shift Manager should have:

Proven experience as a Production Shift Manager or Maintenance Team Leader in a similar environment such as; Oil, Gas, Chemical, Water Treatment, Recycling, Energy, Waste Engineering Qualification - Mechanical, Chemical, Process Engineering highly desirable NEBOSH or IOSH Safety certification Experience of working with Permit to work systems IT Literate - Excel, Word, Teams Etc.Job Offer

Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £70,000, depending on experience. 12% performance-based bonus. Attractive pension scheme with 5% employer and 5% employee contributions. Generous holiday allowance of 25 days per year. Shift Pattern - 12 hours (06:00 - 18:00 & 18:00-06:00) 4 on 5 off, 5 on 4 off, 4 on 12 off.This permanent role, based in Ince, provides an excellent opportunity for career progression within the Energy sector. If you are passionate about production management and eager to make a difference, apply now