A leading UK energy business are seeking an experienced Head of Maintenance to lead and shape maintenance operations across a national network. This newly created role will drive standardisation, efficiency, and best practice in maintenance processes across a diverse portfolio, including depots, forecourts, and terminals.
You will report directly to the Head of Engineering and play a pivotal role in the Safety, Sustainability & Engineering function. Overseeing two regional Engineering Managers (North and South), you will set the blueprint for maintenance excellence, ensuring robust governance, process development, and strategic oversight.

Role: Head of Maintenance 
Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum + benefits + bonuses 
Location: Nationwide (ideally centrally located) 

Key Responsibilities for the Head of Maintenance 
Lead and manage the day-to-day activities of Engineering Managers and the wider Maintenance Team
Develop, implement, and audit maintenance processes, policies, and procedures
Define governance frameworks and oversee service level agreements
Manage asset performance and maintenance budgets (c. £5m)
Collaborate closely with the Engineering Director to standardise maintenance across the group
Support major project delivery from a maintenance perspective
Balance strategic leadership with hands-on process improvementRequirements for the Head of Maintenance 

Significant experience in Oil & Gas or closely related downstream industries
Proven leadership of engineering teams in regulated environments (fuel, petroleum, chemical, hazardous waste)
Strong technical qualifications in Engineering (Master's, Degree, HNC, or HND)
Experience in COMAH-regulated environments highly desirable
Excellent stakeholder management and analytical skills
Comfortable working remotely with occasional travel; ideally based with good transport links 
This is a great opportunity for a Head of Maintenance to shape and lead all of the Engineering activity for a major business.  
Apply on-line or call Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential discussion    (url removed)
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