Plant Manager
hace 17 horas
Crawley
Plant / Production Manager – COMAH Manufacturing Site Crawley, West Sussex (Commutable from London, Reading, Slough, Brighton, Worthing) £70,000 – £78,000 + £6k Car Allowance + 10% Bonus + Excellent Pension + Career Progression + Benefits The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Plant / Production Manager to lead operations at a lower-tier COMAH industrial manufacturing site in West Sussex. You will play a key leadership role within a site team of around 60, responsible for delivering safe, efficient, and compliant operations while driving continuous improvement and fostering a high-performing culture. Our client is a recognised name within the industrial manufacturing sector, known for their strong values and commitment to safety, sustainability, and employee development. What You'll Be Doing • Lead day-to-day production and maintenance operations on site, ensuring safety, environmental and performance standards are met or exceeded., • Champion HSE culture, leading by example and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and internal systems (ISO standards, risk assessments, audits)., • Manage relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including direct negotiation and engagement with trade unions., • Oversee plant performance, resource planning, and infrastructure reliability to ensure consistent delivery to customer and business expectations., • Drive team development, motivation, and succession planning across a diverse, skilled workforce., • Lead site safety committees, emergency preparedness, and continuous improvement projects across production and site management., • Manage budgets, KPIs and ensure reporting, compliance and plant standards align with wider business goals. What You'll Bring • Proven experience as a Plant or Production Manager within a COMAH, chemical, process, or other industrial manufacturing environment., • Strong Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) focus, with a track record of driving a safety-first culture., • Experience in managing trade union negotiations and fostering positive industrial relations., • Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with a track record of engaging and developing teams., • Strong operational, strategic and analytical thinking – able to balance technical and people leadership., • HNC / HND or equivalent in Engineering or a related technical field is preferred, but equivalent experience will be considered., • A NEBOSH qualification would be advantageous – or a willingness to obtain one. Why Apply? • Join a reputable and safety-conscious organisation with a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability., • Be part of a collaborative and inclusive culture where ideas are welcomed and development is supported., • Enjoy a comprehensive package including:, • Competitive salary + bonus + car allowance, • Excellent employer pension contributions (up to 10.7%), • 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) + option to buy extra, • Healthcare coverage and EAP support, • Structured learning, training, and progression opportunities Interested? We’re partnering exclusively with this employer to identify the right leader for their West Sussex operations. If you’re a results-driven production leader with a strong HSE mindset and background in industrial/manufacturing environments, we want to hear from you. Apply today to discuss this opportunity in more detail – all applications and conversations will be handled in confidence. Please reach out to Max Carr from DCS if you are interested.