Aerospace Group Operations Leader

GKN; Blackwater; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Aerospace is offering a Group Operations Manager role at our East Cowes site, leading a cross-functional team in a high-value manufacturing context. You will drive efficiency, allocate resources, and partner with senior leaders to shape strategic initiatives.

You will oversee budgeting, performance metrics, and staff development while ensuring compliance with industry standards and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement across processes and systems.

Qualifications

• Significant previous experience in aerospace manufacturing in a similar role.
• Proven leadership of high-performing teams.
• Strong problem-solving and Kaizen continuous improvement.
• Budget management and financial data analysis.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily operations to ensure smooth and efficient workflows.
• Develop, implement, and monitor operational policies and procedures.
• Identify areas for process improvement and cost improvements.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Manage, mentor, and support staff to maximise performance and engagement.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic initiatives and business planning.
• Monitor KPIs and provide regular reports to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Continuous improvement

Stakeholder management

Lean/Six Sigma

IT skills

Education

Lean Six Sigma certification

Job description

GKN Aerospace is offering a Group Operations Manager role at our East Cowes site, leading a cross-functional team in a high-value manufacturing context. You will drive efficiency, allocate resources, and partner with senior leaders to shape strategic initiatives.

You will oversee budgeting, performance metrics, and staff development while ensuring compliance with industry standards and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement across processes and systems.