About SMMT Industry Forum
Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
At SMMT Industry Forum, we partner with organisations of all sizes to deliver complex, transformational change. Our consultants work closely with clients—often embedded within leadership teams—to solve critical challenges and drive lasting impact.
We pride ourselves on building long-term, trusted relationships and only delivering work that truly adds value. That’s why we’re committed to hiring exceptional people who share our passion for quality, integrity, and results.
The Role: Lean / TPM Consultant
SMMT Industry Forum is seeking a skilled and passionate Lean / TPM Consultant to support manufacturing clients in driving operational excellence. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in continuous improvement, Lean methodologies, and Total Productive Maintenance, who is eager to make a tangible impact across diverse manufacturing environments.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated professionals and experts that are truly some of the best in their field. This role will require flexibility in working hours, workload and location, as you will be required to travel to the clients location.
The successful candidate will be assigned to execute Training and Consultancy Services delivery on behalf of SMMT Industry Forum.
* Courses to be delivered can be defined as off the shelf training courses (Public and In house), or courses that require special design based on clients needs both Face-2-Face and Virtual
* Consultancy services - based on the clients needs and subject to qualification/skills match.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality training and consultancy in Lean Manufacturing and TPM principles
* Support clients in implementing structured improvement programmes focused on productivity, equipment effectiveness, and waste reduction
* Facilitate workshops and coaching sessions on topics such as 5S, OEE, autonomous maintenance, and planned maintenance
* Conduct assessments, gap analyses, and develop tailored improvement roadmaps
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed sustainable Lean and TPM practices
* Design and deliver both public and bespoke training courses (face-to-face and virtual)
* Provide ongoing support and mentoring to client teams to ensure successful implementation
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
* Proven experience in Lean Manufacturing and TPM implementation within a manufacturing environment
* Experience in automotive, aerospace, defence or high-volume manufacturing sectors
* Strong facilitation and coaching skills
* Ability to analyse data and translate insights into actionable improvements
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Engineering or manufacturing qualifications
* Willingness to travel and work flexibly across client sites
Desirable:
* World class exposure to lean / operational excellence
* TPM, Core tools, IATF and VDA experience or knowledge
* Certified Lean Six Sigma or TPM practitioner
* Experience delivering training and consultancy services
* Familiarity with digital tools for performance tracking and visual management
Training and Development
No matter your experience or background, you’ll get dedicated support when you join. With an induction and the businesss support, you’ll quickly get to grips with the role and have access to help and guidance whenever you need it. So you won’t be on your own – you’ll be a part of a community dedicated to your development.
Rewards and Benefits
* 25 Days Annual Leave and additional days for public and privileged holidays.
* Car Allowance
* Opportunities to be recognised through our employee recognition scheme
* Opportunities to hybrid working, subject to business needs
* Excellent pension scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Parental and adoption leave
Culture and Working Environment
As part of our team, you’ll discover an inclusive workplace that’s welcoming, supportive and encouraging. You’ll be part of an organisation where people want to support one another and make a difference. Aside from fostering an open culture, we’ve got a range of growing affinity groups. For example:
* Ethnic Minority and gender equality networks
* Groups supporting wellbeing, mental health, neurodiversity and disability
* Women’s and Men’s Networks
* Faith/No Faith communities for staff to come together
* LGBTQ+ support networks
You’ll also find a variety of social groups to help you settle in and connect with people with similar interests.
Before You Apply
Honesty and integrity are important if you want to work at SMMT Industry Forum. Giving misleading information and omitting or concealing information during the recruitment process is viewed very seriously.
Equal Opportunities
SMMT Industry Forum is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalised as a result of such a request.
We’re Disability Confident
SMMT Industry Forum are proud to have achieved Committed status within the DWP’s Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people. Being Disability Confident, we aim to ensure that we offer inclusive and accessible recruitment. If you require support, reasonable adjustments are available during the application process and if you are successful in joining the organisation.
Eligibility Criteria
We have a legal responsibility to ensure that all our employees have the legal right to live and work in the UK. If we make an offer of employment, we will need to check that you are eligible to work in the UK before you start work. Regardless of an individual’s nationality, race or immigration status, you must provide evidence to us confirming your right to work. This includes British citizens and EU nationals.