Job Description

Job Overview

A strategic and operational Group Head of Manufacturing who provides leadership across sites and teams to deliver safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets. This role plays a pivotal part in Danesmoor's transformation journey--developing people, processes, and technology to reach world-class manufacturing standards while building a strong, aligned culture across the business units.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop all manufacturing sites across the group. Promote and maintain Health & Safety standards/policies in all functions. Oversee budgets, resources, and planning across manufacturing and engineering. Use data and KPIs to optimise production performance, ensuring we meet demand with on time, quality products. Lead, mentor and develop site leadership teams through coaching and performance management, creating future-ready teams. Provide clear direction, accountability and feedback to support team development. Lead positive culture change, embody and embed our core values. Represent Manufacturing at Group level, providing insight and influence on business-critical decisions Drive the prioritisation and resourcing of strategic business initiatives Work with senior leadership to define and deliver long-term value across operations, customer experience, and profitability

Personal attributes

Confident and self-assured Constructive challenger and skilled facilitator Inspires and engages at all levels Curious, perceptive, and committed to continuous learning Acts as a coach and mentor across the organisation Emotionally intelligent and people-focused leader

Technical Experience

Proven success in leading large operational teams across multiple sites Change and transformation leadership Strategic communication and presentation skills Project management with a track record of delivering measurable improvements Budget and cost management expertise Energy, resilience, and proactive decision-making Comfortable using Microsoft Office and quick to adopt new technology

Desirable but not essential

Relevant Degree in Operations, Engineering, or Business Multi-site manufacturing leadership experience Background in KBB industry Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Higher, or equivalent Lean Qualification. SAP ERP system experience

What we offer

Competitive salary dependant on skills, qualifications and experience Car allowance Annual performance based bonus Enhanced pension Private Medical Insurance Enhanced Life Assurance
A more detailed job brief is available from our HR department, please advise if you wish to receive a copy.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 85,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Performance bonus
Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person