Deputy Works Manager

Halifax

Mon-Fri days

Deputy Works Manager

Main Responsibilities

·      Lead and support day-shift production teams to deliver safe, efficient and high-quality output.

·      Monitor attendance, timekeeping and performance, addressing issues promptly and professionally.

·      Manage staff conduct, communication, conflict and performance concerns.

·      Maintain workflow efficiency and ensure production targets are met.

·      Uphold and enforce health & safety standards, challenging unsafe behaviour immediately.

·      Coordinate labour, machines and materials to maintain smooth factory operations.

·      Work closely with subcontractors and supply chain partners to ensure compliance and quality.

·      Provide accurate daily reporting, highlighting risks, delays and resource requirements.

·      Act as a professional leader who can step back from team friendships and maintain managerial objectivity.

Deputy Works Manager

The Candidate

·      A positive, proactive attitude with strong drive towards company goals and expectations.

·      Someone who can professionally disassociate themselves from the team when required and act as a fair, consistent leader.

·      Confidence in dealing with issues, making decisions and enforcing standards.

·      Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage a busy production environment.

·      Excellent communication skills and the ability to work across multiple departments.

·      Solid understanding of safety, compliance and production processes.

·      Experience in steelwork, manufacturing or engineering environments is highly desirable.

·      Ambition to progress into senior operational roles within the Works Department.