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Castrol

Global producer of high-performance lubricants

Technical Team Leader

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeGhent, BelgiumNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in the petrochemical industry, ideally including initial experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
  • Thorough technical knowledge of maintenance activities and processes, with the ability to assess complex technical problems, evaluate maintenance work quality, and effectively guide maintenance technicians.
  • Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis methodologies and maintenance processes, with the ability to identify underlying technical problems and implement sustainable solutions.
  • Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to guide, motivate, and develop teams with diverse personalities through a supportive and constructive leadership style.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and other business departments.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, resilience, and flexibility to respond quickly to urgent technical problems and provide support outside regular working hours when needed.
  • A structured, disciplined, and organized approach to coordinating maintenance work, administrative responsibilities, documentation, and compliance with established processes.
  • Fluency in Dutch and English at CEFR level C1.
  • Strong safety awareness, setting an example and contributing daily to high HSSE and quality standards in maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians and the Integrity Management Coordinator, including performance reviews, individual development plans, and training activities, while fostering an open and supportive team culture.
  • Coordinate and prioritize daily maintenance activities, ensuring asset availability, efficient use of resources, and effective collaboration among Maintenance, Production, Planning, and Engineering.
  • Analyze and resolve urgent equipment failures and complex technical problems, provide practical technical support, and implement effective short-term solutions to minimize operational disruptions.
  • Lead and participate in Root Cause Analyses, implement sustainable corrective actions, and promote the transition from reactive to preventive and predictive maintenance.
  • Monitor maintenance key performance indicators, identify improvement opportunities, and implement initiatives to improve asset reliability, maintenance efficiency, and overall operational performance.
  • Ensure the reliability and integrity of safety- and quality-critical installations, in compliance with applicable technical standards and Integrity Management requirements.
  • Promote Health, Safety, Security & Environment and quality standards, and oversee compliance with legal requirements, the Operating Management System, Control of Work procedures, and site safety rules.
  • Supervise and evaluate maintenance technicians and external contractors, ensuring technical quality, safe execution, and compliance with established maintenance procedures.
  • Lead small and medium-sized maintenance and facilities projects from planning through commissioning, and provide technical expertise and support for larger investment projects.
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders through clear maintenance priorities, structured reporting, accurate documentation, and timely escalation of operational issues.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with BEMAS (Belgian Maintenance Association) maintenance standards is recommended and considered a strong advantage.

About the Company

Castrol

Global producer of high-performance lubricants

Castrol is a global leader in high performance lubricants used in cars, industrial applications, ships, and aircraft. It manufactures lubricants and related products and sells them worldwide, serving customers in more than 150 countries. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of BP PLC, Castrol leverages BP’s resources for research, development, and distribution. Its products work by reducing engine and equipment wear, minimizing friction, and protecting components under different operating conditions. Castrol’s breadth of product lines across automotive, industrial, marine, and aerospace markets, along with its global manufacturing and distribution network, differentiates it from competitors that lack the same scale and backing. The company aims to provide reliable, high-performance lubricants worldwide to help customers keep engines and machinery running smoothly and efficiently.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Pangbourne, United Kingdom
Founded
1899

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