Maintenance Commercial Lead

Maintenance Commercial Lead

Location: Stanlow Manufacturing Complex, Ellesmere Port

Employment Type: Site Based Full Time Role 5 days per week Monday-Friday

• Competitive Salary
• 10% Company Contribution Pension rising to 15% with service
• 25 days Holiday, increasing with service
• Private Medical Insurance
• Additional Flex Benefits- including Holiday Purchase
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme with Exclusive access to a range of Discounts
• Free Secure On-Site Car Parking

About the Company

EET (Essar Energy Transition) plays a major role in supplying the Northwest and the wider UK with essential fuels. We produce over 16% of the UK’s road fuels, supply key feedstocks to the petrochemical industry, and are investing heavily in low‑carbon energy solutions. 

We work with major retail fuel brands, supermarkets, Manchester Airport, leading airlines, and regional transport operators. We are also a key partner in the HyNet project, helping to deliver the region’s low‑carbon future.

With over 900 skilled colleagues, we offer a strong safety culture, technically challenging work, and some of the best training in the energy sector.

Find out more: Redefining Energy | EET

About Role

As the Maintenance Commercial Lead, you will develop and implement the commercial strategy that supports safe, efficient, and cost‑effective maintenance across the Stanlow site. You will oversee a significant portion of the annual maintenance spend and lead commercial performance across a large contractor workforce.

In this role, you will:

• Own the full sourcing and contracting process, from strategy through to negotiation and mobilisation
• Implement and enforce the commercial control framework covering change control, performance management, and audit compliance
• Oversee financial governance, including budgeting, forecasting and cost control
• Drive supplier performance to ensure productivity, quality, and compliance with site standards
• Work closely with Maintenance and Turnaround teams to support planning, daily execution, and major shutdown events
• Ensure strong commercial discipline, transparent decision‑making, and high standards of delivery across all maintenance contracts

This is a high‑impact role that combines commercial leadership with operational engagement in a fast‑paced industrial environment.

About You

You will be an experienced commercial or contract management professional with a strong background in industrial, manufacturing or energy environments. You’re confident leading complex, high‑value contracts and building constructive relationships with both internal teams and senior supplier leaders.

You’ll bring:

• Strong commercial and financial skills, with the ability to analyse cost data and influence decisions
• A proven track record in sourcing, negotiation and supplier performance management
• Experience managing maintenance or industrial service contracts in operational environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills, including the ability to challenge constructively
• High digital capability, ideally with experience using cost‑management or ERP systems
• A flexible, calm and proactive approach, able to manage shifting priorities and fast‑moving situations

Desirable experience and qualifications:

• Experience working on a COMAH (Control of Major Accident Hazards) site or similar high‑hazard environment
• Professional membership such as MRICS, MCIPS, or equivalent

Closing Date

Applications for this position will close on 6th April 2026. We encourage early applications, as we may begin reviewing candidates and scheduling interviews before the closing date.