Deputy Works Manager - Structural Steel
Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Excellent Benefits
Hours: Monday - Friday | Days
Job Type: Permanent
ES Recruit is seeking a Deputy Works Manager to join a leading UK structural steelwork manufacturer based in Halifax.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor, Works Supervisor or Fabrication supervisor looking to take the next step into a senior leadership role.
You’ll be joining a successful business with over 50 years of experience, delivering structural steelwork for major UK construction projects.
The Role
Working alongside the Works Manager, you’ll take responsibility for supporting day-to-day factory operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards and health & safety requirements are consistently achieved.
- Leading and managing day-shift production teams
- Monitoring staff performance, attendance and timekeeping
- Managing employee conduct and resolving workplace issues
- Coordinating labour, machinery and materials to meet production schedules
- Driving productivity, efficiency and continuous improvement
- Maintaining high standards of health, safety and compliance
- Working closely with subcontractors and other departments
- Reporting on production performance, delays and resource requirements
- Supporting the Works Manager with operational planning and decision-making
What We're Looking For
- Previous supervisory or management experience within manufacturing, engineering or structural steelwork
- Strong leadership skills with the confidence to manage people and make decisions
- Experience managing production targets, staff performance and workflow
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Strong understanding of manufacturing health & safety
- Ability to handle difficult conversations professionally and consistently
- Proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving
- Ambition to progress into senior operational management
- Experience within structural steel fabrication or heavy engineering would be particularly advantageous.
Salary & Benefits
- £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
- 33 days' holiday, including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Life assurance - 4x annual salary (subject to pension scheme membership)
- Bonus scheme
- Flexible working arrangements
- Employee-owned business
- Free on-site parking
- Employee discounts and benefits portal
- Employee referral programme
- Company events
- £50 clothing allowance
- Genuine career progression opportunities
Working Hours
Monday - Friday | Approximately 7:00am - 4:00pm
Some flexibility will be required to support production teams and shift operations.
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Deputy Works Manager in Halifax employer: Omnia Inclusive Employment Solutions Ltd
Join a leading manufacturing business in Blackburn as a Chemical Production Operative, where you will benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and employee well-being. With competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and opportunities for professional growth, this role offers a rewarding career path in a dynamic environment. Enjoy perks like free meals, onsite parking, and company events that foster a sense of community among staff.
Contact Details:
Omnia Inclusive Employment Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team
