At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and optimise operations in a world-class precision manufacturing environment.
- Company: Respected engineering business with an international reputation for technical excellence.
- Benefits: Very competitive salary, bonus scheme, private medical, and 35 days annual leave.
- Other info: Join a stable, growing business with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in motorsport and advanced engineering projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in precision manufacturing and strong technical understanding of CNC machining.
The predicted salary is between 36450 - 44550 £ per year.
An established and highly respected engineering business is seeking an experienced Head of Operations Manager to lead and optimise operations within a world-class precision manufacturing environment.
The company specialises in the design, development, simulation and manufacture of high-performance powertrain systems, electronics and advanced engineering solutions for motorsport, automotive and marine applications. With an international reputation for technical excellence, they support elite-level racing programmes and cutting-edge engineering projects.
You will lead all operational activities across the manufacturing and engineering facility, ensuring efficiency, quality, delivery and continuous improvement across multiple departments. The role requires a strategic operational leader who can balance hands-on decision-making with long-term planning in a highly regulated precision engineering environment.
- Overseeing planning, purchasing, manufacturing and operational integration
- Supporting new product introduction and engineering change implementation
- Ensuring compliance with ISO9001, AS9100 and H&S requirements
- Driving quality, efficiency and process optimisation across the facility
- Supporting long-term operational growth and capability development
The successful candidate will manage seven direct reports across manufacturing, planning, quality, facilities and operational support functions.
Requirements:
- Strong technical understanding of CNC machining and precision manufacturing
- Experience in Motorsport, Formula One, Aerospace, High Performance Automotive or Advanced Precision Manufacturing
- Strong commercial awareness with P&L responsibility
- Strong understanding of planning, purchasing and manufacturing integration
Benefits:
- Bonus scheme typically up to 10%
- Up to 10% matched pension
- Private medical scheme
- 35 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Company-wide team events
- Stable, growing business with long-term investment and growth plans
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