General Manager

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Position Summary

Euravia Engineering & Supply Co Ltd, a part of Magellan Aerospace Kelbrook, Lancashire has an exciting opportunity for a General Manager.

• Full-time-permanent position
• Working Monday-Friday 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Thursday 7:45am – 4:30pm / Friday 7:45am – 12:15pm (flexibility to work additional hours in support of the business plus some travel will be required)
• Job location: Colne Road, Kelbrook, Lancashire BB18 6SN

Core Responsibilities

• Assume full P&L accountability for the business and develop and oversee the implementation of a strategic business plan aligned with corporate strategy.
• Lead cultural change and drive continuous improvement to transform the facility into a world-class operation.
• Build and develop a strong senior management team, coaching and mentoring functions to deliver growth and operational excellence.
• Maintain operational compliance with relevant safety agencies such as EASA and CAA and represent the site at audits.
• Drive financial performance by setting measurable goals, overseeing budgets, and reporting key metrics.
• Ensure the divisional operating structure is optimally aligned to achieve efficiencies and support long-term growth.
• Collaborate with HR to develop the site’s senior leadership team and nurture future leaders.
• Champion operational excellence, creativity, and continuous improvement throughout the facility.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Aerospace, Engineering or similar; MBA, Chartered membership or Six Sigma Green Belt desirable.
• P&L responsibility in a relevant sized company or division; senior management experience in precision or custom engineering manufacturing.
• Experience with lean manufacturing tools and leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain; knowledge of SAP desirable.
• Demonstrated mentoring, people development and talent management experience.
• Excellent relationship building skills and ability to travel 10‑20% within the region.
• Project Management certification an asset.
• Project Management Background and MRO experience highly desirable but not essential.
• Aerospace industry experience an asset.

Skills & Attributes

• Building and leading successful teams, developing talent and setting business strategies.
• Experience putting together multi‑year business growth plans and establishing partnerships.
• Financial acumen; understanding of P&L, key financial metrics and drivers.
• Leading wholesale organisational and culture change, operational decision making and setting business strategies.
• Strong relationship builder, flexible and open‑minded, confident and comfortable with challenging the status quo constructively.
• Ability to travel 10‑20% within the region and experience sharing best practice.

Benefits

• Company culture that promotes work life balance.
• Access to mental health support.
• Business performance related bonus.
• Career development opportunities and commitment to continued learning and development.
• Perkbox – monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops and an extended holiday entitlement based on length of service.
• Free parking and long‑service awards.

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