The candidate is a postgraduate manager with extensive experience in the UK oilfield chemicals, polymers, and adhesives sectors. Holding a BSc in Chemistry with Chemical Engineering and an MSc in Operations and Supply Chain Management, he combines technical expertise with operational strategy. He has spent over a decade on upper-tier COMAH sites managing major accident hazards, plant commissioning, and risk mitigation.
Technical competencies include laboratory management, QC equipment procurement, and product scale-up. He specialises in competence management and human factors, having designed HSE-endorsed visual standard operating procedures and conducted human reliability analyses. His leadership experience covers managing a team of supervisors and laboratory technicians, overseeing both peer-group management and direct reports. He is proficient in ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards, alongside SAP and PCS7 DCS systems.
Current projects involve product development and maintenance, including "blue sky" innovation. He navigates industry-wide challenges regarding ecological performance and chemical usage regulations. Based in Warrington, he is available within a one-hour commute and seeks a role that balances new product development with the technical maintenance of existing client relationships.
Interview Notes
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Sector Experience: Experienced manager in the polymers sector; currently focuses on the development and maintenance of client-specific products.
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Leadership: Manages a team of two Supervisors and two Laboratory Technicians; experienced in both direct line management and managing within his peer group.
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Innovation & Maintenance: Capable of "blue sky" projects while ensuring existing products remain "on the road."
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Market Awareness: Highly familiar with industry drivers, specifically ecological performance and evolving legal restrictions on chemical usage.
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Logistics & Motivation: Warrington-based with a commute under one hour. Seeking a collaborative environment that prioritises both innovation and robust product maintenance.
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