Overview
Job title: Project Manager (Process Plant at the Pilot Scale) — Location: Chilton, UK.
Johnson Matthey enables world-changing careers. Join us to accelerate the transition to net-zero through sustainable technology and process innovation.
Responsibilities
- Manage multiple capital projects (£1–2m), including pilot plants, infrastructure, and site utility equipment, overseeing budgets and capital forecasting.
- Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, designers, and technicians to deliver bespoke, cost-effective designs, including scope, planning, scheduling, change management, installation, and commissioning.
- Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions, ensuring designs are feasible, cost-effective, and aligned with business needs.
- Identify and manage project uncertainties, changes in scope, and conflicting priorities across multiple projects, sites, and stakeholders while controlling risk.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, EHS, and JM standards; lead safety audits, hazard studies, and risk assessments to improve practices and maintain process safety.
Qualifications and Skills
- Experience in managing R&D and pilot-scale capital projects, including commissioning equipment, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and an engineering degree or equivalent.
- Skilled in Process Hazard Assessments, including HAZOP, PHR, and LOPA, with IOSH Managing Safety qualification or equivalent.
- Strong safety mindset and ability to maintain high standards in dynamic, changing environments, delivering to business-critical deadlines under pressure.
- Strong communication and team-working abilities, with capacity to build strategic relationships and engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Multi-talented problem solver, providing innovative solutions while balancing accuracy, deadlines, and business needs.
What we offer
- Competitive salaries aligned to roles, experience, and responsibilities.
- Hybrid and flexible working where applicable, plus benefits supporting financial and physical wellbeing (life assurance, income protection, medical plans, retirement savings, share plans, saving accounts, fitness discounts).
Equity, Privacy and Accessibility
Johnson Matthey is an equal opportunities employer and supports inclusive recruitment. All conversations are confidential, and data is processed in accordance with our privacy notice. For accessibility requests or queries, please contact GlobalRecruit@matthey.com.
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