Technical Verification Manager (HR21021)

Job description

To provide management, support, direction and leadership to the Engineering function. This role acts as the focal point for client project specifications, progression and final commission. Ensures all operations in their area of authority are completed in line with legislation, industry standards and Company procedure.

Leads the Engineering function in the provision of specific and bespoke client engineering requirements. This role manages multiple short/long term projects over nationally and internationally.
This role requires significant technical communication and interaction with internal colleagues and external client populations.

Tasks and Responsibilities as Technical Verification Manager:

Manages and delivers multiple project programmes and delivery.
Overall responsibility for the on-time delivery and commissioning of UK and global engineering projects.
Engages with engineering team resources, relevant departments and client personnel to discuss project specifications and procedures.
Responsible for the allocation of engineering resource to ‘best-fit’ project tasks.
Interacts with client in regard to specification change and scope.
Responsible for delivering projects within agreed cost and specification.   
Assists in the preparation of project costs and bids.
Responsible for client integration and communications that allow for additional project tendering and prospecting.

Achieves successful completion & commissioning of client projects
Arranges for appropriate engineering personnel to attend project final commissioning and hand-over to client satisfaction.
Plans and directs the installation, testing, operation and maintenance profile of commissioned projects.
Facilitates final sign-offs with client companies and client representatives.
Create and submit Operation and Maintenance Manuals as appropriate.
Responsible for a range of regulatory documentation and certification.

Grows the skills and potential of departmental Engineering resources.
Allocates projects to individual departmental resources that stretch, stimulate and develop engineering skills, experience and expertise.
Develops and implements policies, standards and procedures.
Supports appropriate professional learning and development via enhanced drawing systems, IMechE qualification and accreditation etc.
Supports the organisation’s appraisal methodologies (P&D) to embed professional development and encourage employee retention.

HSEQ
Fully knowledgeable of the legislative requirements surrounding HSEQ aspects pertaining to their area of responsibility.
Assist with adherence to all risk management processes.
Support continuous improvements, record and act on lessons learned.
Provide administrative assistance for the filing of HSEQ related data such as REACH scorecards, HAVS, TOFS feedback and health surveillance documents etc.

Technical
Ensure knowledge levels are maintained with current legislations and governing bodies.
Provide technical input and assurance for workpacks, risk assessment, investigations, management of change reviews and project reviews.
Provide specialist technical support to both onshore, offshore and clients.
Interfacing with regulatory and independent verification bodies and participate in industry initiatives as required.

Documentation
To review and update processes and procedures applicable to their area of authority.
To create, review and update all processes and procedures.
Maintain a working knowledge of all code, standards and regulations.
Retain accurate records of work undertaken
Assist in any tenders and audits

 

Job requirements

At Stork, we attach great value to the key competences of our employees. We expect you always give safety the highest priority and that you are strongly working together with others. You are a specialist in your area of expertise and you have a proactive and entrepreneurial attitude.

Specific Requirements for Technical Verification Manager

Education

• Engineering based degree level (or equivalent) qualification, preferably Mechanical;
• IMechE qualification;
• Chartered Engineer status (preferable)

Experience

• Significant experience of managing a variety of high value engineering projects;
• Ability to plan forward and be receptive to change;
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills;
• Fully computer literate;
• A clear and concise commitment to providing quality service delivery standards, responsive to business demands.

We understand that our people are key to achieving Storks ambition to be the Industry reference every day, everywhere and we are proud to have been awarded the Investors in People Gold standard in recognition of our strong employee engagement focus.

 

Working conditions

Competitive salary and Benefits

In order to attract and retain skilled, competent and customer focused people we offer a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package providing a suite of both contractual and voluntary benefits including access to corporate discounts. Employee benefits will depend on work location and role, however, may include life insurance, income protection, pension and private medical insurance.

In addition we recognize the importance of providing flexibility to our employees and offer a Flexi Friday working arrangement as well as the opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.

Location: Aberdeen
Hours: 40hrs per week
Contract: Permanent

 

Company Information

Stork, a Fluor company, is an expert provider of maintenance, modification and asset integrity services to the global oil and gas, chemicals and process, metals and mining, power, and manufacturing industries. We are dedicated to improving asset performance, safety and cost efficiency for our Clients throughout the complete asset life cycle.

With a team of 19,000 employees in over 100 countries, we serve more than 4,000 Clients across 6 continents.

Stork is dedicated to reducing risk, assuring safety and reducing environment impact through our award-winning value driven HSEQ platform; Safer together Whilst safety will always remain our core value, the platform not only communicates on Safety but also on Health, Environmental and Quality issues too.  We are committed to our transparent, employee-led approach to HSEQ.

One Team, One Stork

As one Stork, we treat all people with dignity, respect each other’s perspective and share knowledge and resources to achieve excellence, deliver value and grow individually and collectively.

We are fully committed to the elimination of unlawful and unfair discrimination and value the difference that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation. Stork recognises that providing equality of opportunity, valuing diversity and promoting a culture of inclusion and flexibility to our employees is vital to our success.

From school leavers and university graduates to transitioning military veterans, we provide career opportunities with targeted development programmes.

Going above and beyond for our wider community

Stork is dedicated to ensuring we are a socially and environmentally responsible employer and undertake a range of activities to give back and support the communities in which we live and work – from various charity work to working with schools as part of Developing Young Workforce.