An ambitious and growing engineering and manufacturing business is on a bold trajectory – scaling from £33 million to £150 million, and we’re looking for a proven Group Operations Director to lead the charge.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the operational future of a dynamic organisation. If you’re a process-driven leader who thrives in complex, multi-site environments and can balance strategic vision with hands-on execution, we want to hear from you.
The Opportunity
As Group Operations Director, you’ll be responsible for:
* Driving operational excellence across multiple manufacturing sites.
* Leading, mentoring, and inspiring a large, diverse operations team.
* Embedding process-driven methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, CI) to maximise efficiency.
* Working closely with the MD and senior leadership team to deliver the company’s strategic growth plan.
* Ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.
* Building trusted relationships with suppliers, customers, and stakeholders.
Key Criteria
We’re looking for someone exceptional who brings:
* Career longevity - 15–20 years’ experience with evidence of stability (4–5 years in most roles, 3–4 substantial career steps).
* Sector knowledge - A strong understanding of engineering/manufacturing, ideally metals, production processes, and customer requirements. You don’t need to be a technical expert, but you must know the pains of production.
* Leadership impact - A proven record of leading large, complex teams in this sector, inspiring performance, and developing talent.
* Operational expertise - Deep knowledge of process improvement, continuous improvement, and delivering results in multi-site environments.
* Financial acumen - Strong experience managing budgets, optimising costs, and aligning operations with financial targets.
Why Join?
You’ll be more than an operator - you’ll be a strategic partner in building a world-class, process-driven enterprise. This is your chance to make a tangible impact, transform operations at scale, and be part of an exciting growth journey.