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Job Title: Assistant Site Manager
Location: Stockton - TS18 3BL
Salary: Competitive
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
About us:
LKAB is an international group that sells sustainable iron ore, minerals and special products. We are leading the green transformation of the iron and steel industry by developing carbon-free processes and products.
LKAB's commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is fundamental to our success. By embracing everyone and ensuring that every employee (or potential employee) feels a strong sense of belonging, we build a workforce with diverse perspectives and identities.
We have a proud culture and set of Behaviours and Leadership criteria, which are pre-requisites of being an LKAB employee and demonstrates how we work and how we lead. These complement each other in supporting the overall LKAB vision of 'Leading the transformation of our industry towards a sustainable future'.
We deliver - from strategy to execution
We work as one team - through collaboration
We learn & adapt - by learning & developing
We use resources with respect - through trust and responsibility
Our clear overarching goal is achieving Zero Harm and everyone who wishes to join our organisation must work within six Golden Rules to create a safer, more secure workplace environment for people to thrive.
About the role:
LKAB Minerals UK is seeking a suitable candidate to fill the post of Assistant Site Manager at Stockton.
Working under guidance of the Site Manager in this role, you will define, implement, effectively manage and control all manufacturing and maintenance resources, health, safety, environment and quality systems and procedures in order to meet the requirements of the company business plan, and all other legislative requirements of the Stockton site. You will ensure that all production and maintenance is planned in such a way as to always provide full availability of finished product, always with a Safety-First mindset at the forefront of activity.
Your key objective within this role supporting the works manager to ensure you keep your team and plant safe at all times in order to accomplish plant objectives and continuous improvement in the areas of reliability, productivity, efficiency and cost reduction - alongside efficient planning and proactive strategy development for optimisation of plant, equipment and reports.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for the health and safety of all reporting staff and their associate reports for the plant; adherence to local and government legislation and LKAB company policy on health and safety; ensure all tasks are sufficiently risk assessed and effective safe systems of work are developed and suitable control measures implemented.
Ensures adherence to and compliance with, both company standards and those of the 9001, 14001 and 45001 company accreditations
Responsibility for the efficient planning and execution of production orders in the timeliest and cost-effective method having responsibility for the management of stock; recording; data analysis and loss / gain analysis Closely monitors quality of raw materials, process chemicals, and finished product processes
Supports the Works manager in driving Continuous improvement and demonstrates pro-activity in implementing sustainable Lean processes such as 5S and professional maintenance standards to improve efficiency
Closely monitor real time and historical plant data from log sheet, lab analysis, plant inspections, etc. to detect abnormalities and to optimise plant operation
Organises, performs, and/or facilitates training for all personnel as required in both a developmental and legislative aspectAbout you:
Required education, experience and qualifications
Demonstrable and extensive experience managing plant and people in the minerals processing or similar industries.
A technical or Engineering background at HND level or higher would be advantageous
Experience of Lean/Continuous Improvement processes and effectively implementation
Safety qualifications such as IOSH Managing Safety or NEBOSH would also be advantageous
Microsoft office experienceCharacteristic and skills requirements
Has a visible felt presence on the shop floor, with a safety mindset in all interactions and is not afraid to pro-actively challenge unsafe acts
Demonstrates courageous leadership when faced with adversity and challenges
Can engage with all teams and key personnel at all levels to consistently
Strong ability to lead and inspire a team to be effective in all activities
Ability to problem solve and develop effective solutions
Excellent communication skills across all levels of an organisation
Understanding of safety regulations and project management principlesBenefits:
Company pension increasing in employer contributions after 5 years service
Life insurance (Death in Service)
Employee Assistance Programme for employee, partner and family
Salary Extras - Store discount scheme
5 Days volunteer leave
Reframe cancer support
My Menopause centre
Cycle to Work SchemePlease click APPLY to submit your CV and Covering Letter for this role.
Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Deputy Site Manager, Project Coordinator, Site Supervisor, Health and Safety Operative, NEBOSH, Construction Site Manager and Plant Site Management may also be considered for this role
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