General Manager
Description
· Lead all site operations, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) standards and company policies.
· Drive operational performance to achieve OTIF (On Time In Full), quality, productivity and cost targets.
· Identify and implement initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs and increase profitability.
· Provide strategic recommendations to support continuous improvement and business growth.
· Prepare and present monthly operational KPI and performance reports.
· Partner with the Operations Director to develop operational budgets and monitor financial performance against targets.
· Ensure maximum return on investment from capital expenditure, plant and equipment.
· Champion cross-functional collaboration to deliver operational and business improvement projects.
· Lead significant operational and capital investment projects across the site.
· Manage contractor and supplier relationships, including engineering and construction activities.
· Deputise for the Operations Director as required, representing Operations at both local and global levels.
· Act as the escalation point for operational managers on employee relations and people management matters.
· Lead, coach and develop managers and team members, fostering a high-performance culture.
· Conduct performance reviews, appraisals and development planning activities.
· Ensure ERP system compliance, data accuracy and operational efficiency.
· Oversee inventory management, stock control and cost optimisation activities.