Are you a dynamic, results-driven leader ready to shape the future of a high-impact manufacturing site?
Our client, based in Enniskillen, a leading player in the industrial manufacturing sector, is seeking a General Manager to take full ownership of engineering, production, maintenance, and SHEQ operations at their flagship facility. This is a high-profile, strategic leadership role reporting directly to the Head of Operations.
The General Manager will play a pivotal role in leading cross-functional teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering on ambitious growth and performance targets. You will be responsible for ensuring the seamless integration of engineering, automation, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives to elevate site performance to world-class standards.
This is a hands-on leadership role that demands both strategic vision and operational grit.
Key Responsibilities Engineering & Production
Ensure maximum equipment uptime and reliability across production lines.
Lead automation and digital transformation initiatives to enhance productivity.
Manage large-scale capital projects from feasibility through to commissioning.
Track and optimise OEE, ensuring high-performance manufacturing.
Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ)
Champion a safety-first culture with rigorous compliance and continuous improvement.
Share and embed best practices across the organisation.
Operational Leadership
Drive production efficiency, budget adherence, and KPI achievement.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g. production, logistics, sales) to align output with business goals.
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Embed Lean, Six Sigma, and CI methodologies across departments.
Oversee capex strategy and execute high-value investment projects.
Financial & Commercial Control
Own operational budget planning, cost control, and procurement decisions.
Monitor financial performance and ensure cost-effective resource utilisation.
People & Culture
Inspire, lead, and develop high-performing teams.
Cultivate a culture of ownership, agility, and technical excellence across all levels.
Key Competencies
Influential leadership with a focus on team engagement and cross-functional collaboration.
Strong engineering background with a track record of driving operational transformation.
Experience in CI/Lean leadership within complex, fast-paced environments.
High commercial acumen and ability to manage P&L-level decisions.
Resilient, pragmatic, and solutions-focused.
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline (essential).
5+ years' experience in a senior operations leadership role within heavy industry or large-scale manufacturing.
Proven experience managing automation, capex, and digitalisation projects.
Lean/Six Sigma certification (preferred).
Why Apply?
Lead a strategically critical site with significant investment and autonomy.
Be part of a progressive, sustainability-focused business with ambitious growth plans.
Shape culture, capability, and performance in a role with real impact.
Enjoy a competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and full benefits package.
If this GM job is of interest, please apply by sending your cv and I will make contact to discuss this General Manager job (if your skills meet with the criteria listed above).
CONSULTANT: MANDY DEVLIN 0864106852
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Desired Skills and Experience
Engineering degree coupled with production, SHEQ, experience gained in heavy engineering, managing large people compliment 100+