Job Title: Operations Senior Project Team Leader

Department: Operations South
Reports to: Regional Operations Manager

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About BPA:

At BPA, we are at the forefront of the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry, proudly owned 50/50 by BP and Shell-two of the world's leading oil majors. With around 180 dedicated professionals across the UK, we play a vital role in "Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365" by operating a variety of onshore facilities and provide our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our lively membership in key industry bodies and our adherence to internationally accredited standards.

Our People:

What sets BPA apart is our people. Our clients choose us for our professionalism, capability, and depth of experience. With over a century of combined industry knowledge, our Leadership team is passionate about developing the potential of our staff. We invest heavily in ongoing training and development to ensure our teams not only have fulfilling careers but also deliver 'best in class' technical advice and services to our clients.

What's the Job About?

As a leader of a team of project-based Mechanical Technicians, you'll play a key role in maintaining the integrity of operational systems, ensuring compliance with company standards and statutory requirements, and managing responses to breakdowns.

You will also oversee maintenance tasks across BPA-operated sites, including COMAH storage terminals and pipeline systems. Collaborating with project engineers, you'll ensure operational needs are met, enforce safety standards, manage shutdowns, and address scheduling demands, including emergency works. You will also contribute to mentoring and training discussions with engineers, operations staff, and contractors, ensuring alignment with BPA processes and fostering professional development within the team.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide operational support, including emergency response and liaising with authorities, while managing procurement for maintenance and inspections within budget.
• Oversee maintenance, fault finding, and repairs on key systems, including COMAH sites, fuel tanks, pumps, and more, ensuring safe operations through proper certifications and change requests.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on project design, offering safety guidance and practical support to ensure successful outcomes.
• Lead a team of Mechanical Technicians to deliver multimillion-pound projects safely, on time, and within budget, while supporting the development of new staff.
• Drive continuous improvement by addressing component issues, ensuring availability of critical parts, and proposing plant and equipment changes.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, manage audits, inspections, and non-conformities, and oversee high-hazard tasks, including permit management and safety approvals.

What You'll Need - Essential Skills & Experience

• A recognised professional qualification in a relevant mechanical discipline to NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in supervising staff and contractors in a relevant environment.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in maintaining plant and equipment.
• Recent hands-on experience in maintenance and fault finding.
• Numerate with a good command of both written and spoken English.
• Full driving licence.
• COMPEX certification.

Desirable

• HNC/HND or a certified mechanical apprenticeship in a relevant discipline.
• Supervisory maintenance experience in the oil and gas pipeline, storage, or other hazardous process industries.
• Familiarity with safe working practices including COSHH, Confined Space Entry, Lifting Operations, Pressure Vessels, Pipework Systems, Hydraulic Systems, and Workshop Tasks.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• A recognised professional qualification in a relevant electrical discipline (NVQ level 3 or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience in electrical maintenance, fault finding, and supervisory roles within an industrial environment.
• Good communication skills and proficiency in English, both written and oral.
• A full and valid driving licence.

What's on Offer

• Basic Salary: £45,000 - £50,000, depending on skills and experience.
• Overtime: Overtime paid at time and a half (x1.5) and double time (x2).
• Company Van: A company van is provided

• Generous Pension Scheme: Our company contribution ranges from 6% to 12%, with a minimum employee contribution of just 2%.
• Life Insurance: Benefit from coverage at 4 times your annual salary.
• Annual Bonus: Earn up to 12% of your salary based on company performance, with an additional 6% for standout performers.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement: 28 days (FTE) plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.
• Annual Party: Celebrate with us at our company-sponsored event which includes an overnight stay for you and your guest.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Access a range of accommodating policies to support work/life balance.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support including counselling, resources for financial wellbeing and mental health and a suite of savings and discounts to make your money go further.

Join us and become a vital part of a team that literally Keeps the UK Moving 24/7/365!

Apply today and be part of our journey!

Diversity & Inclusion

Research has shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all requirements. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.