Job Description
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Cammach is currently recruiting a Production Manager on behalf of our Aberdeen-based client. The position is offered on a Full time Permanent staff basis.
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The Role
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Production Manager key objectives: to ensure the production and delivery of orders on time and in full, with the correct QA process followed throughout. This role provides hands-on technical support (mechanical and/or electrical) to workshop technicians where necessary, ensuring a smooth transition of equipment through the production line. The Production Manager also acts as a point of contact for clients after sales, supporting future pre-orders and client demonstrations, and works closely with the buyer to ensure the production team's requirements are met for efficient build and delivery of equipment. The role includes leading a team of technicians, with a strong focus on personnel development, training, and competence.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
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• Production & Delivery: Responsible for the production and delivery of orders on time and in full, ensuring the correct QA process is followed at every stage
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• Technical Support: Responsible for the workshop technicians, providing hands-on technical (mechanical and/or electrical) support where necessary
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• Production Line Management: Ensure a smooth transition of equipment through the production line, identifying and resolving bottlenecks as they arise
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• After Sales Care: Continue to support clients after sales, including handling future pre-orders, acting as the client point of contact for follow-up discussions, and supporting client demonstration
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• Team Leadership: Lead a team of technicians, with a focus on personnel development, training, and competence
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• Buyer Support: Support the buyer with production team requirements, allowing for the efficient build and delivery of equipment
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• Health, Safety & Environment: Promote and enforce a strong health and safety culture within the workshop, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations, safe systems of work, and risk assessments/method statements for all production activities
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• Materials & Resource Planning: Work with procurement and stores to ensure components, materials, and equipment are available as required, avoiding delays to the production schedule
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• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate build, test, and inspection records in line with client's QA procedures and relevant industry/classification standards for ROV and subsea equipment
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• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to production processes, workshop layout, and working methods to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness
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• Budget & Resource Control: Monitor production costs, labour, and resource utilisation against budget, escalating variances and supporting cost-effective delivery of orders
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• Supplier & Subcontractor Liaison: Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure the timely and quality delivery of outsourced components, machining, and services required for production
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• Testing & Commissioning Oversight: Oversee or coordinate factory acceptance testing (FAT) and commissioning of ROV and subsea equipment prior to dispatch, ensuring equipment meets performance and client specifications s.
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REQUIREMENTS
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Experience-Essential:
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• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment, ideally in a supervisory or team-lead capacity
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• Technical Skills: Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical skills, with the ability to provide practical support to workshop technicians
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• Education: Relevant qualification in mechanical or electrical engineering, or a related discipline (e.g. NC/HNC or equivalent), or demonstrable relevant experience
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Preferred Skills / Experience:
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• Industry Experience: Experience in subsea equipment or ROV systems is preferred
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• Production Experience: Previous experience in production and manufacturing is preferred
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• Client-Facing Experience: Experience supporting clients after sales and during equipment demonstrations
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• Career Development: Willingness to lead a team of technicians, with a genuine interest in personnel development, training, and competence
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Production Manager in Aberdeen employer: CAMMACH BRYANT LIMITED
Cammach offers a dynamic and supportive work environment in Aberdeen, where the role of Student Information Advisor is pivotal in delivering exceptional service to students. With a strong commitment to employee development and a culture that values equality and diversity, Cammach ensures that staff have access to professional growth opportunities while contributing to a meaningful mission in education. The fully office-based position allows for collaborative teamwork and direct engagement with clients, making it an ideal setting for those passionate about supporting student success.
