General Manager - Fabrication

Abacus; Coventry; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the welding and fabrication industry is seeking a seasoned Manager in Coventry. This permanent position demands an experienced leader who will oversee a large workforce, manage operational budgets, and drive strategic initiatives to ensure service excellence. With a competitive salary up to £80,000, this role offers substantial responsibility and the chance to shape a performance-driven culture.

Benefits

Company car allowance

Mobile

Bonus scheme

Free car parking

Cycle to work scheme

Company Pension scheme

Employee Benefit Loan scheme

Qualifications

• Managerial experience in welding & fabrication.
• Extensive senior management experience is required.
• In-depth knowledge of profit & loss and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to over 100 employees.
• Monitor financial performance and achieve profitability targets.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Welding

Fabrication

Strategic Planning

Education

Apprenticeship in Welding/Fabrication

Job description

1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Are you an experienced Manager from a Welding & Fabrication background?

Looking for a new permanent position for an award winning company that is a leader in its field?

Is Coventry an area you live or could easily commute to?

Would a salary of circa £80000 DOE be suitable for you?

Do you have an apprenticeship and in depth knowledge of welding & Fabrication?

Can you demonstrate a strong history of leadership and management in this field?

If you have answered 'yes' to ALL the above questions then please read on and apply, suitable candidates will be called and given additional information on the company and the position.

Duties include;

• Providing strategic and operational leadership, fostering a high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement, accountability, and excellence in a fast-paced, competitive environment.
• Managing a workforce of over 100 employees, including oversight of recruitment, training and development, performance management, succession planning, and disciplinary procedures.
• Ensuring exceptional levels of customer satisfaction across all areas of the business through the delivery of high-quality service and operational excellence.
• Controlling operational budgets, monitoring financial performance, and ensuring all business and profitability targets are consistently achieved.
• Leading continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing process enhancements to drive operational efficiency, productivity, and product quality.
• Overseeing all departmental functions to ensure alignment with company objectives and that performance targets are met or exceeded across the board.
  
  

Knowledge required

• Extensive senior management experience within an engineering environment, ideally with a strong background in sheet metal, fabrication and laser cutting operations.
• A demonstrable track record of driving business growth and delivering sustained profitability, with a strong commitment to customer service excellence.
• In-depth understanding of management profit and loss accounts, with the ability to make data-driven decisions that enhance financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, combined with a collaborative leadership style and the ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to influence and build strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external customers, creating a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
• Energetic, confident, and hands-on leadership approach, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to inspire those around you.
  
  

Benefits

• Company car allowance,
• Mobile
• Bonus scheme
• Free car parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company Pension scheme
• Employee Benefit Loan scheme
  
  

Salary - £70000 - £80000+ dependant on experience

Location - Coventry

Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with 40 years of experience of delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries.

Kinetic plc treats all applications with a high degree of care, we review all submissions and will attempt to contact applicants who match the job profile. Those that do not meet the specification may not be contacted but their CV retained to be considered against future opportunities.

S&K1

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Strategic Management Services

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