Job Description

Lubrication Management - Subject Matter Expert

Location: EMEA, United Kingdom, Slough

Ref: JOHNCRANEEMEA02135

Division: John Crane

Job Function: Programs



Are you a passionate and skilled expert in Rotating Equipment Lubrication Management? Do you thrive on optimizing equipment performance and reducing maintenance costs? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join John Crane (Part of the Smiths Group) and Lead the Lubrication Revolution! This opportunity could be delivered within a commutable distance from any of the following locations, Slough, Manchester, or Aberdeen.

You will play a critical role in owning and leading the development of our Lubrication Management service line, supporting our Expanded Services strategy, spearheading the development of our Lubrication Management programme, and providing invaluable support to our global sales teams.

As the SME, you will be the go-to authority within our organization, providing unparalleled expertise and support to our clients and colleagues worldwide. Your profound technical expertise and analytical prowess will be instrumental in providing expert guidance and consulting services to our clients. Together, we will drive performance optimisation, reliability enhancement, and substantial cost savings.

At the heart of our Expanded Services strategy lies your invaluable expertise, energy, and skills for ensuring its triumphant performance. As you shape and refine our Lubrication Management programme, you hold the key to unlocking unparalleled achievements for our clients and solidifying our position as an industry trailblazer. By forging strong partnerships with both clients and our internal teams, you will craft tailor-made lubrication programmes, empowering them to reach new heights of excellence and success.

If you are driven by a passion for excellence in Rotating Equipment Lubrication Management and want to be part of a dynamic and innovative team you will have a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference, drive tangible results for our clients, and shape the future of lubrication management in the industry.

Join our team and embark on a journey where your expertise will be valued, your contributions recognised, and your growth supported.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Service Line Ownership

Lead the service definition, design, and documentation. Shape the commercial model. Gain recognition as the global John Crane Subject Matter Expert (SME) for lubrication services.

2. Client Engagement:

Engage with clients to grasp their lubrication objectives and challenges, using these to continuously improve the service offering. Conduct high level lubrication consultancy, including lubrication management assessments, to identify gaps and improvement opportunities. Provide guidance on all aspects of lubrication management.

3. Empower Teams through Training:

Develop and deliver training to enhance the understanding and application of lubrication best practices for clients and John Crane colleagues. Mentor clients and colleagues on lubrication management techniques, fostering a continuous improvement culture.

4. Trusted Advisor and Business Growth:

Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor for lubrication management. Identify upselling opportunities. Collaborate with business development and SME colleagues to pursue new consulting ventures.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

The Individual

Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering and rotating equipment lubrication principles. Machinery Lubrication Engineer certification preferred or MLA II minimum.

Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret data, assess lubricant conditions, and optimize practices.

Problem-Solving: Skilled in identifying and resolving complex lubrication challenges.

Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with standards, best practices, and emerging trends.

Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with clients.

Training and Mentorship: Experience in developing and delivering training programmes.

Project Management: Capable of overseeing multiple projects effectively.

Continuous Learning: Committed to staying updated with the latest advancements.

Business Acumen: Understanding of the commercial impact of lubrication services.

Experience: Proven track record of successful lubrication management projects.

You will be able to combine technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and a passion for delivering value to clients, ensuring improved equipment reliability and cost-effectiveness.

About Smiths

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers\' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50+ countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customer s\' operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with a 170+ year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

About John Crane

John Crane (www.johncrane.com) is a global leader in rotating equipment solutions, supplying engineered technologies and services to process industries. The company designs and manufactures a variety of products including mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems and predictive digital monitoring technologies. John Crane customer service is accessed through a global network of more than 200 sales and service facilities in over 50 countries. Fiscal year 2016 revenue was greater than 1 Billion USD (\xc2\xa3830m). John Crane is part of Smiths Group (www.smiths.com), a global leader in applying advanced technologies for markets in threat and contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications, and engineered components.

Smiths Group