General Manager

Michael Page; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page in Glasgow seeks a General Manager to lead our Scotland facilities, driving safety, quality, efficiency and profitability. You will own full P&L, ensure SHEQ compliance and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

The role requires exceptional leadership in a manufacturing/recycling setting, with responsibility for budgeting, forecasting and developing the management team to achieve strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience leading operations in manufacturing/recycling sectors.
• Strong understanding of SHEQ compliance and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to manage full P&L including forecasting and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall operational performance, safety, quality and profitability for Scotland facilities.
• Ensure compliance with UK legislation, ISO, and environmental requirements.
• Own the site P&L, including financial forecasting, reporting and margin improvement.
• Foster a culture of safety, engagement and continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop the management team and operational workforce.
• Prepare financial forecasts and monitor operating costs.
• Act as the accountable person for site Health & Safety.
• Oversee quality management system and product standards.
• Drive workforce planning, recruitment and succession development.

Skills

SHEQ compliance

Senior leadership

Manufacturing/ Recycling

P&L ownership

Forecasting & reporting

Budget control

Leadership & communication

Problem solving

Job description

The General Manager will lead and oversee all operations at the Scotland facilities, ensuring safety, quality, efficiency, and profitability. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, maintaining compliance with SHEQ standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement.

Client Details

The organisation operates in the Industrial Recycling sector.

Description

• Overall operational performance, safety, quality, compliance, and profitability of the Scotland recycling facilities.
• Compliance with all UK legislative, SHEQ, ISO, and environmental requirements.
• Full site Profit & Loss (P&L) ownership, including financial forecasting, reporting, and margin improvement.
• Building and sustaining a culture of safety, discipline, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Effective leadership and development of the management team and operational workforce.
• Prepare financial forecasts and monitor operational costs.
• Act as the primary accountable person for site Health & Safety.
• Oversee the quality management system and product standards.
• Build a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, and succession development.

Profile

• Excellent understanding of SHEQ compliance and standards.
• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within a manufacturing/recycling environment.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience in full P&L responsibility, including forecasting and reporting.
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and cost control.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Job Offer

Permanent General Manager position based in Glasgow area.

Salary of £75,000 to £80,000 dependent on the level of experience.

Benefits to be confirmed.