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Introduction:

Our client is a respected leader in the fuels additive industry; scientifically developing, testing, manufacturing and distributing products throughout the UK.

Based in Shrewsbury, they now require an Assistant Technical Manager to be based on site working within the technical team.

Key competencies required:

Clear and professional communication skills both verbal and written.  A high level of accuracy.  A friendly, approachable team player with demonstrable passion and enthusiasm for the subject/business/field.  
Computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and internet searches. A high degree of competence is required.
Degree in a chemistry-related discipline and with demonstrable practical laboratory experience.  
Thorough understanding of hydrocarbon liquid fuel chemistry is essential and experience of working in the industry is preferred.
Flexibility: Being a relatively small company we all often have to adapt to changing circumstances and sometimes stand in for one another.  An unfettered work ethic is expected and encouraged. 
The role requires the individual to work independently with a high level of self-motivation and self-discipline, and commitment to carry out the key responsibilities.  Guidance and overall goals, objectives and strategies will be provided by the Board, but the successful individual will be largely responsible for his/her own day-to-day agenda.
Review of the activities will take place on a regular basis with one or more Board members and a formal monthly review meeting with the Board will be scheduled.

Key responsibilities:

Manage the product portfolio
Develop products based on industry, the business and customer needs
Develop and maintain relationships with raw material suppliers
Support the sales team with all technical matters
Technical support for production 
Provide technical support to customers and offer a combination of products to meet their needs
Lead the fuel testing service: Oversee technical request and guide testing; Check and complete conclusions and advice of test reports; Manage laboratory staff
Train staff in the technical basis of our client’s product range
Provide technical contribution and support for newsletter and industry publications
Represent the company at Energy Institute, BSI, IASH, and UKIFDA (Technical)

In return, our client is offering:

£50,000 - £55,000 based on experience
Company car or cash allowance
Pension scheme with employer contribution
Health insurance
Death in service provision
25 days holiday + bank holidays

In summary:

The Assistant Technical Manager is a critical role for future growth of this organisation. With products and services of the highest quality, it is a perfect opportunity for an experienced hydrocarbon technician to join an expanding team and company. 

Next steps:

Interviews will be held face to face during December 2024 and January 2025, and the successful candidate is requested to start as soon as possible.

Apply now through our client’s dedicated recruitment portal - they look forward to hearing from you soon