Maintenance & Systems Technical Authority

Position: Maintenance & Systems Technical Authority
Location: Barrow

Are you a highly experienced maintenance engineering professional looking to take on a key technical leadership role within a high-hazard operating environment?

We're seeking a Maintenance & Systems Technical Authority to provide technical governance, assurance, and leadership across maintenance strategies, asset care standards, and maintenance management systems. This is a pivotal role, ensuring asset integrity, process safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance throughout the asset lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the Technical Authority for maintenance and maintenance systems
Approve or reject technical deviations, dispensations, and non-conformances
Ensure compliance with UK regulatory requirements, including COMAH, Safety Case, SEMS, and industry standards
Provide technical oversight of critical equipment maintenance and safety-critical elements
Support failure investigations and lead investigations using Kelvin Top Set methodologies
Own and develop maintenance management systems, driving continuous improvement and data quality
Support asset integrity reviews, audits, and regulatory engagements
Develop technical capability and contribute to competence frameworks
Provide robust technical challenge where safety, integrity, or standards may be compromised

What We're Looking For

Extensive maintenance engineering experience within onshore or offshore operations
Previous experience in a Technical Authority or Senior Discipline Engineer role
Strong knowledge of:

o Maintenance strategies and reliability engineering
o Safety-critical equipment and barrier management
o Maintenance systems and work management processes

Proven ability to make and defend risk-based technical decisions in high-hazard environments

Qualifications

Degree qualified in an Engineering or Technology discipline
Chartered Engineer status
Investigation and event management training, such as Kelvin Top Set, is highly desirable
Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Maintenance & Systems Technical Authority looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included