3CR Operations lead

Job title: 3CR Operations Lead

Location: Royston, Herefordshire, UK. (Site based role)

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As an Operations Lead, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history and innovation. You’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern society and enhancing lives - as we continue to apply, refine and recycle metals that matter, for a healthier and more resilient future.

Reporting to the 3CR Operational Readiness Manager, the 3CR Operations Lead supports the operational readiness and commissioning requirements of the 3CR project.

The role

As an Operations Lead, you will help drive our goals by:

• Identifying and reporting any defects, deficiencies, or non-compliance with safety and operational requirements to ensure a smooth transition from construction to full-scale operations.
• Implementing operational readiness and commissioning plans for the new refinery which involves:
• Conducting and supporting Design reviews.
• Reviewing task mapping (plant Yamazumi)
• SOP’s and Training development
• Developing KPI’s
• Developing key OEE measures
• Supporting the Management of change (MOC) process during commissioning.
• Identifying and supporting any plant scale-up risk mitigation
• Foster effective communication and collaboration among different departments and teams to address and resolve operational project issues.
• Resolving technical problems with the project start up and commissioning. Takes action to ensure that the ramp up production plan and quality specifications are met.
• May suggest areas for improvement to the production process e.g. complete kaizen suggestions and participate in 5WHY investigation problem solving analysis by identifying process deviations and implementing actions

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• A minimum of 4 GCSE's or equivalent, at Grade 4 or above to C including English, Maths and Science (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of PGM processes
• On the job experience of 1 year+ in relevant work area
• High personal Health & Safety standards

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

Work enviornment

The work environment is a mixture of office and shop floor.

Due to the nature of this role applicants must be non-smokers and have been free from nicotine products for at least 3 months

Working hours

Flexibility regarding working hours is an essential requirement of this role. Initially you will be required to work Monday to Friday days, including some weekends and bank holidays.

The working pattern will change in line with the project timeline requirements to 24/5 working 8 hour shifts and ultimately to 24/7 working 12 hour day and night shifts on a rotating 5s and 4s pattern.

A high degree of flexibility is required to fulfil shift arrangements according to project requirements.

What We Offer

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement savings
• Share plans
• Saving accounts
• House saving funds
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter allowances and loans
• Medical plans / health assessments
• Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact GlobalRecruit@matthey.com. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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