Business Area Manager

Echo Personnel; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected testing and safety consultancy in Kettering, UK, is seeking a skilled Head of Safety Products Testing to lead and develop specialist teams. This senior leadership role focuses on driving growth, ensuring compliance with international standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the testing sector and a proven track record in team development. A competitive salary from £40,000 to £50,000 is offered, along with a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within the testing sector.
• Strong management skills with a focus on team development and coaching.
• Ability to drive growth and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop specialist testing teams.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with international standards.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Team Development

Compliance Management

Job description

Job Description

Business Area Manager genügend Safety Products Testing

?? Location: Kettering, UK
?? Salary: £40,000 £50,000 per annum (DOE)
? < loops;? Hours: 37.5 hours per week

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an ambitious and inspiring Head of Safety Products Testing to take ownership of a highly respected and technically advanced testing function. This is a senior leadership role offering the chance to shape strategy, drive growth, and lead a team of specialists within a portfolio of accredited laboratories operating at the forefront of PPE testing.

You’ll play a pivotal role in strengthening reputation, ensuring compliance with international standards, and delivering exceptional service to customers worldwide while building a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

About the Role

As Head of Safety Products Testing, you will lead from the front, balancing strategic vision with hands‑on leadership. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, motivating and developing specialist testing teams to deliver year‑on‑year growth in revenue and profitability
• Embedding a lean, continuous improvement culture across the department
• Ensuring robust personal development plans are in place, enabling team members to reach their full potential
• Overseeing the timely production of Spotlight and Bul …