Head of Engineering
£70,000 + Bonus
Monday – Friday
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of Engineering & Operations to join a leading manufacturing organisation based in Gloucester.
This is a dynamic, high‑impact role where no two days are the same. You’ll play a key part in driving operational excellence, leading engineering strategy, and supporting the continued growth of a well‑established, forward‑thinking manufacturer. This position offers genuine career progression within a first‑class organisation.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead engineering and operational functions to ensure efficient day‑to‑day performance
- Oversee project delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met
- Drive process improvements, KPI performance, and operational excellence
- Manage budgets, forecasts, and commercial decision‑making
- Ensure compliance with health & safety, engineering standards, and ISO requirements
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Proven leadership experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment
- Strong mechanical engineering knowledge and project management expertise
- Solid financial and commercial acumen
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills
- Analytical, resilient, and solutions‑focused approach with IOSH or equivalent
Package and Benefits
- £70,000 + Bonus
- Monday – Friday
- Company Bonus
- Private Medical
- Life Assurance
- Company Enhanced Pension
Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Job Tenure: Permanent
Salary: £65000 – £70000 per annum + Company Bonus
Location: Stroud, Gloucestershire
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