At ENGIE, we are at the heart of the energy transition, ensuring secure and reliable energy supply for millions of people. We need experienced operational leaders who take safety seriously and inspire teams to perform at their best.

This is your opportunity to lead a skilled operations team at our Storengy Stublach Gas Storage Plant. You will play a critical role in keeping energy infrastructure safe, efficient, and ready to meet the demands of tomorrow.

Summary of what you will do

• Lead and manage the Process Operations Team, including Shift and Day Operating Technicians and Control of Works Supervisors, ensuring consistent and safe plant operations across all shifts.
• Own the Safe Systems of Work, including work permit authorisation, plant isolations, gas venting, and nitrogen purging operations.
• Drive process safety improvements on site and lead incident investigations to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Prepare and execute the Annual Full Site Maintenance Outage, including isolation, depressurisation, and safe return to service.
• Monitor gas plant performance through agreed KPIs and use data to maximise availability, reliability, and throughput.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and manage plant Management of Change processes in line with Storengy UK procedures.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members, embedding a collaborative culture and a clear sense of purpose across the department.

What you will bring to the role

• Minimum of five years of plant operations experience, ideally within the oil and gas industry, Upper Tier COMAH sites, power generation, or chemicals.
• At least two years of supervisory experience, with a proven track record of managing operational or maintenance technician teams.
• A relevant engineering qualification is essential. A NEBOSH General Certificate in Health and Safety is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of COMAH regulations, process safety management, and Safe Systems of Work.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with direct reports, peers, and external stakeholders including National Grid.
• A proactive, resilient approach to problem-solving, with the ability to work autonomously and prioritise under pressure.
• Change management capability, with the confidence to bring a team along on new ways of working and continuous improvement.

Location

Stublach Gas Storage Plant, Cheshire. This is an on-site role.

What We Offer

• A varied and high-impact role at a critical piece of national energy infrastructure, with genuine diversity of missions across safety, operations, and leadership.
• A stimulating work environment where your technical expertise and leadership skills are both valued and developed.
• Clear career progression within ENGIE and the wider GBU Networks, with access to internal mobility and development programmes.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture that encourages innovation and cross-departmental working.
• A competitive salary package. Specific remuneration will be discussed during the recruitment process and aligned with your experience and the scope of the role.
• A working environment that values your contribution and supports a healthy balance between professional commitment and personal life.

Our Commitment

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in accelerating the energy transition. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are. Join us and be part of the adventure of the century.

ENGIE is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or background. All candidates are evaluated solely on their skills, experience, and potential to contribute.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring that every candidate has a fair and positive experience.

*Candidates must have been permanently resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years due to the Enhanced Security Vetting requirements for this role.