At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead product strategy to protect lives and shape industries globally.
- Company: Fortress Safety, part of a purpose-driven FTSE 100 group.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, director bonus scheme, car allowance, and strong benefits.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with opportunities for significant career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in safety-critical innovation and drive global change.
- Qualifications: Experience in manufacturing or engineered products; leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 100000 - 110000 £ per year.
Board-level leadership | Global impact | Safety-critical innovation Hybrid (3 days onsite) | Wolverhampton, UK
The package is designed for senior leaders: £100,000–£110,000, Halma Director bonus scheme, car allowance, plus strong benefits.
What if your product decisions could protect lives, shape industries, and define a company’s future? At Fortress Safety, product leadership is not a function — it’s a strategic growth engine. We’re now appointing a Product Director to join our Board Team, reporting directly to the Managing Director, and to shape the long-term product strategy of a global, safety-critical business. This role requires an experienced professional who has a background in manufacturing / engineered products, not software / IT / technology related products or services. This is a rare opportunity to define what we build, how we compete, and where we invest — while leading teams whose work keeps people safe in hazardous environments worldwide.
Why this role matters Since 1977, Fortress Safety has been protecting people and equipment through engineered machinery safety and interlocking solutions. As part of Halma plc, a FTSE 100 group of purpose-driven businesses, we operate with autonomy, accountability, and a clear focus on impact.
As Product Director, you will:
- Set the multi‑year global product vision that underpins Fortress’ growth
- Ensure our portfolio delivers customer‑led differentiation, not feature-led delivery
- Balance long-term platform value creation with near-term commercial impact
- Act as a strategic anchor at board level, shaping enterprise decisions
Your leadership will directly influence safety outcomes, commercial performance, and organisational capability.
What you’ll be doing As a member of the Fortress Board, you will:
- Set and govern the global product and portfolio strategy aligned to growth ambitions
- Lead and develop Product Management
Product Director employer: Fortress Safety
Fortress Safety is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety and innovation, offering a unique opportunity for the Product Director to lead strategic initiatives that have a global impact. With a strong focus on employee growth and a collaborative work culture, team members are empowered to make meaningful contributions while enjoying competitive benefits, including a generous salary package and a director bonus scheme. Located in Wolverhampton, this hybrid role allows for a balanced work-life dynamic, making it an attractive choice for professionals seeking to drive change in a purpose-driven environment.
