Shutdown Manager

Key ResponsibilitiesShutdown Planning andamp; PreparationLead the full planning life cycle for a site-wide shutdown, including scope definition, schedule development, risk assessments, and cost estimation.Work closely with engineering, maintenance, operations, and HSE teams to build a robust and compliant plan.Develop detailed execution schedules using appropriate planning tools (eg, Primavera P6, MS Project).Identify critical-path activities and optimise resource allocation to minimise downtime.Ensure all materials, permits, manpower, and equipment are organised ahead of execution.Execution ManagementOversee day-to-day shutdown activities, ensuring safety, quality, cost, and schedule targets are met.Provide strong on-site leadership to contractors, maintenance teams, and engineering personnel.Ensure compliance with COMAH safety case requirements and site-level process safety standards.Manage progress reporting, daily coordination meetings, and live problem resolution.Support statutory inspections, mechanical integrity checks, and commissioning phases.Safety andamp; ComplianceChampion a zero-harm culture across the shutdown workforce.Lead safety briefings, toolbox talks, and permit-to-work processes.Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with LOTO, isolations, confined space procedures, and hot work controls.Support and participate in incident investigations and safety audits.Commercial andamp; Financial ControlManage shutdown budgets, track spending, and control scope ..... full job details .....