The Company:

Our client is a leading supplier of fabricated and welded components, kits of parts and assemblies within selected market sectors including Defence, Aerospace, Oil & Gas and Power Generation.

Due to group management restructuring they are looking to recruit a Operations Director for one of the Welding & Fabrication division.

The Operations Director will be involved with the planning, coordination and control of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities include:

The role will focus on improving overall group performance with some identified key responsibilities:

• Achieving monthly Budgetary Performance.
• Ensuring all Manufacturing Operations are efficient and profitable.
• Increases in Value Added / Hourly Rate / Gross Margins delivered through lean manufacturing techniques or process changes.
• Ensure that all Key Account activity are managed effectively.
• Recommending structural and organisational change, having identified business areas that will are likely to improve performance, profitability and customer service.
• Recommending system and management changes, which are likely to improve performance, profitability and customer service.
• Instigating and justifying of Capital investment proposals, including supporting the development of proposals within the divisions.
• Work with the MD and appropriate divisional directors on the preparation and submission of major bids.

The Individual:

• Operational Management Experience - Over 10 years experience in managing / directing the operations of a competitor or related business is essential.
• Sector Experience - A back ground in subcontract engineering sector or Oil and Gas Services industry is preferable.
• Client Interface - The candidate will have an ability to deal with customer’s at the most senior level and to have an understanding of the requirements and cultural bias of major Original Equipment Manufacturers within the Energy Sector.
• Commercial - The candidate will possess a strong commercial understanding supported by negotiating skills and an ability to win business and develop accounts.
• Manufacturing Knowledge - A familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma are essential.
• Culture Fit - Candidates will uphold values of our client: quality, professionalism and dedication.
• Personal Qualities - The individual must be able to demonstrate that they have strong leadership, communication, presentational and motivational skills.
• Core Skills - Computer literate and familiarity with MRP / ERP and project management software.
• Legalities - An awareness and general understanding of legislation pertaining to employment, health & safety and environmental.